Carlos Macci, 72, connected to the overdose death of actor Michael K. Williams in 2021 received a two and a half year prison sentence on Tuesday. The actor's nephew, Dominic Dupont asked the presiding judge for leniency in the sentencing as well as 'The Wire' creator David Simon, citing the defendant's age and illiteracy.
A dealer who was involved in selling the narcotics that led to the death of 'The Wire' actor Michael K. Williams, pleaded guilty in a Manhattan courtroom on Wednesday. Irvin Cartagena, also known as "Green Eyes," apologized for his actions after entering the plea.
It’s been almost a year since the tragic passing of beloved actor, Michael K. Williams and while he’s sorely missed we’re lucky enough to see his genius once again in a new film alongside John Boyega.
Authorities in Manhattan announced on Wednesday that they arrested four men alleged to be "in connection with the narcotics conspiracy" responsible for the fatal overdose of actor Michael K. Williams last September. The four appeared before a judge and pleaded not guilty. Authorities also charged the four with intent to distribute fentanyl and other narcotics.
Four men were arrested in connection to the overdose death of Williams after the use of surveillance cameras and other investigative means.
The culture lost a true legend with the sudden passing of Michael K. Williams. Sadly, the medical examiner's office has determined that the renowned actor's cause of death was an accidental overdose.
Charm City will never forget the impact of Michael K. Williams. The Baltimore Ravens paid tribute to the actor with his iconic whistle as Omar from The Wire.
Kerry Washington gave a brief but heartfelt tribute to Michael K. Williams in her introductory speech for the category the actor was posthumously nominated in at the 2021 Emmy Awards.
Courtney B. Vance paid homage to the late actor in his acceptance speech this past Sunday at the Primetime Creative Emmy Awards.
Renowned and beloved actor Michael K. Williams was found dead on Monday, September 6, and the culture has been in mourning ever since. The hurt continues as the Brooklyn native reportedly died of an overdose, and the authorities are investigating the circumstances.
Hollywood lost a giant over the weekend. In celebrating the greatness of Michael K. Williams a video of Wendell Pierce praising him in person is now a viral sensation.
The Queens rapper and mogul took what many agreed was an insensitive swipe at the expense of recently deceased actor Michael K. Williams and Twitter isn't feeling the G-Unit honcho at the moment.
