Isiah Whitlock Jr., beloved "Wire" star known for his iconic catchphrase, has died at 71 after a short illness, his manager confirmed.

LOS ANGELES -- James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series “The Wire” and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died. He was 46. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office said in online records that Ransone died by suicide on Friday.

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.

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., best known for his appearances on popular HBO series “The Wire” and “Veep,” died Tuesday, according to an announcement from his manager Brian Liebman. He was 71 years old. “It is with tremendous sadness that I share the passing of my dear friend and client Isiah Whitlock Jr.

Isiah Whitlock Jr, the veteran American actor celebrated for his portrayal of the delightfully corrupt state Senator Clay Davis in HBO's acclaimed drama The Wire, has died at the age of 71. The performer passed away peacefully in New York on Tuesday following a brief illness,