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Lance Reddick eerily spoke about late Michael K. Williams one day before own death

"The notion that [Williams] was struggling with drugs and that he died suddenly and that he died that way was just shocking to me," he said Thursday.

Crack, cocaine cost Michael K. William his homes while filming 'The Wire'

Unable to afford the rent on his Baltimore and Brooklyn apartments despite being on TV at the time, the actor lost both.

Michael K. Williams' cause of death revealed by medical examiner

The New York City medical examiner confirmed actor Michael K. Williams died of an overdose, The Post confirmed on Friday. His death was ruled accidental.

Kerry Washington honors late Michael K. Williams at Emmys 2021

"Michael was — it's crazy to say 'was' — was a brilliantly talented actor and a generous human being who has left us far too soon," the "Scandal" alum said.

Emmy predictions: Who should win vs. who will win this year

Before the 73rd annual Primetime Emmys take place on Sunday, Sept. 19, at 8 p.m. — live from the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles — The Post's TV Editor breaks down...

The 7 movies Michael K. Williams wanted you to watch

Michael K. Williams, who died this week at age 54, may be best known for his acclaimed TV performances on “The Wire” and “Boardwalk Empire,” but the actor was also...

Akon on Michael K. Williams' death: Rich people have ‘more issues than the poor’

On the heels of actor Williams’ sudden death, close friend Akon is mourning both the man and the closed off culture of celebrity which may have hastened his tragic end. 

Marlon Wayans shares video of 'last embrace' with Michael K. Williams

Marlon Wayans has shared a moving tribute to his close bond with Michael K. Williams -- footage of their long "last embrace" less than a month before "The Wire" star's...

Michael K. Williams' heartbroken nephew speaks out about 'amazing uncle'

Michael K. Williams' heartbroken nephew on Tuesday described the late actor as an "amazing uncle" who supported him during his more than 20 years in jail.

Michael K. Williams went to therapy after filming 'Lovecraft Country'

Michael K. Williams opened up about entering therapy to address his struggles with drug abuse during one of his last interviews after filming "Lovecraft Country."

Nephews describe 'sweetheart' late actor Michael K. Williams

"The Wire" actor Michael K. Williams was nothing like the tough-guy characters he portrayed, his nephews told The Post Monday,

Michael K. Williams' final Instagram post showed Tracy Morgan telling fans not to 'cry for me'

Michael K. Williams' final social media post was a clip of fellow New Yorker Tracy Morgan passionately urging friends and fans "Don't cry for me."

How Michael K. Williams, a native son of Brooklyn, gave back to NYC

Actor Michael K. Williams, who died of a suspected heroin overdose Monday, dedicated himself to helping keep city kids safe from violence when he wasn’t acting on hit TV shows...

How Michael K. Williams got the trademark scar that helped launch his career

A fight that erupted while actor Michael K. Williams was celebrating his 25th birthday left him with a fearsome scar down his face — and proved a turning point in...

'RIP to the legend Michael K. Williams': Co-stars pay tribute to 'Wire' star

Tributes to Michael K. Williams began pouring from fans, former co-stars and other celebrities Monday after The Post broke news of the acclaimed actor's tragic death.

50 Cent feuding with Michael K. Williams on Instagram

“LOL Old Omar how much they pay you to play a punk PUNK. Mind your business da f - - k wrong wit you,” he captioned the images.

Michael K. Williams could have died the night he got his scar

“My life could have gone a different route."

Michael K. Williams finally gets a chance to 'make people laugh'

"I do not get a chance to make people laugh in my career.”

Sophie Turner danced the night away for 22nd birthday

"Thanks to my NYC homies for making my 22nd birthday a real banger,” she posted on Instagram.

Michael K. Williams still loves it when people bring up 'The Wire'

Williams said, “Why would I get tired of people talking about ‘The Wire’?"