Obituary of Michael K Williams

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Michael K Williams

Michael Williams (born June 26th, 1966 in Flatbush, New York) was a TV Actor who was best known for playing the role of Omar Little on the American TV series "The Wire". Michael died on September 6th, 2021 and his death was possibly because of a drug overdose but it is yet to be confirmed.

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Michael K Williams Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Williams, Michael
    • Common Name: Michael K Williams
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Flatbush, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: June 26, 1966
    • Age: 55 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Mike Williams
    • Occupation: TV Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Campbell's Tomato Soup
    • Favorite Color: Green
    • Favorite Scent: Gucci Guilty
    • Favorite Actor: Gary Cooper

    Michael's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Michael Kenneth Williams
    • Father: Booker T. Williams
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: September 06 2021 at age 55
  • Place: Brooklyn, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Overdose (accidental - fentanyl, p-fluorofentanyl, heroin and cocaine)

Category Tags:

TV ActorAmerican Born on June 26th Born in 1966 Born in New York Died in 2021 Died at age 55 Died from Overdose

Quotable Quotes:

"I love my characters. I play them with 100% honesty; there's no holding back. I understand where they are coming from."

"I hated every minute of training, but I said, .Don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion."

"People are sheep. TV is the shepherd."

"We'll always have Paris."

"[on how similar he is to his character Omar Little in The Wire (2002)] - I was never a thug. I never even liked to fight." (IMDB)

"When flying over the middle of America, the turbulence is so bad. It's like all the ignorance is rising through the air."

"There's nothing funnier than the human animal."

"I had to leave the industry. The roles I wanted weren't going to make me happy."

"Michael Williams' life and legacy will always be remembered and celebrated for his kindness, passion, and unwavering determination to make the world a better place. (V)"

"Michael Williams lived a successful professional life as a renowned lawyer, receiving numerous accolades for his impressive courtroom skills and dedication to justice. However, tragedy struck when he unexpectedly passed away in his sleep, leaving behind a legacy of excellence and a void in the legal community. (V)"

Is Mr. Michael Williams still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-25 16:43:12
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