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'The Wire' Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. Dead At 71

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December 31, 2025

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Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died. He was best known for playing Senator Clay Davis in HBO's "The Wire," which ran from 2002 to 2008. His character became a fan favorite with a popular catchphrase, which seemed to follow him wherever he took an acting job. Whitlock appeared in many Spike Lee Joints, including 2002's "The 25th Hour." The director paid tribute to him on social media, referring to Whitlock as his dear, beloved brother.

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