Lance Reddick tributes: Wendell Pierce shares heartfelt note after his The Wire co-star's death

Keanu Reeves lead the heartfelt tributes to actor Lance Reddick who passed away suddenly on Friday at the age of 60 at his home in Studio City, California.

Reddick’s co-star from The Wire, Wendell Pierce, was also one of the first to share his thoughts.

‘A sudden unexpected sharp painful grief for our artistic family. An unimaginable suffering for his personal family and loved ones. Godspeed my friend. You made your mark here. RIP.’

Reddick played Charon the concierge in the John Wick movies and Keanu issued a statement with the film’s director Chad Stahelski.

‘We are deeply saddened and heartbroken at the loss of our beloved friend and colleague Lance Reddick,’ Keanu and Chris said in a statement to Variety. 

‘He was the consummate professional and a joy to work with. Our love and prayers are with his wife Stephanie, his children, family and friends. We dedicate the film to his loving memory. We will miss him dearly.’ 

The accomplished actor was in the middle of a promotional tour for John Wick: Chapter 4. The film is set to be released March 24. 

The producers of the franchise also released a mournful message Friday afternoon. 

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