Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died at age 71. His manager confirmed he passed away Tuesday in New York after a short illness. Whitlock played the corrupt state Sen.

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for his roles on the hit TV show “The Wire” and in several films directed by Spike Lee, has died at the age of 71. Whitlock’s death was announced on social media by his manager Brian Liebman.

SAN FRANCISCO, California — Victoria Jones, the daughter of Oscar-winning actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead New Year’s Day at an upscale San Francisco hotel, People said. Her death was first reported by TMZ. She was 34.

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Victoria Jones, the daughter of Academy Award-winning actor Tommy Lee Jones, has died. She was 34. Jones was found dead inside of a hallway at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco on Thursday, according to numerous news reports.

Isiah Whitlock Jr., the actor who portrayed State Senator Clayton “Clay” Davis on HBO’s The Wire, has died. He was 71. Whitlock’s manager, Brian Liebman, announced his death Tuesday on Instagram.

Isiah Whitlock Jr., a prolific actor whose work encompassed unforgettable roles in 'The Wire,' 'Veep,' and more, has died at the age of 71.

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