The television world is mourning the loss of James Ransone, who has died at the age of 46. Best known for his unforgettable turn on The Wire, Ransone’s death has prompted an outpouring of grief from co-stars, directors, and fans who remember both his talent and his generosity.
Ransone made his mark as Ziggy Sobotka in Season 2 of The Wire—a character who was awkward, reckless, and painfully human. Ziggy’s spiral unfolded against Baltimore’s struggling dockyards, and Ransone played him with a vulnerability that stuck with viewers long after the season ended.
The article is not finished. Click on the next page to continue.
The article is not finished. Click on the next page to continue.
Next page
