‘The Wire’ star Michael K Williams found dead in NY apartment
‘The Wire’ star Michael K Williams found dead in NY apartment Michael K. Williams, one of television’s most recognisable actors in recent years for his portrayal as Omar Little in ‘The Wire,’ was pronounced dead. He was found dead in his New York City apartment on Monday, authorities said. He also appeared in HBO’s Boardwalk Empire. The 54-year-old actor came to prominence in ‘The Wire’ as robber ‘Omar Little.’ Former US President Barack Obama once said that his favourite character was Omar Little. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed by the police. However, an investigation is now ongoing.