Michael K. Williams. File photo: ReutersAn autopsy has confirmed actor Michael K. Williams, who played the shotgun-toting drug dealer Omar Little in the HBO crime drama “The Wire,” died of an overdose of drugs, the New York City medical examiner's office says. Williams (54) was found dead in his Brooklyn apartment on September 6, and police sources said at the time that drug paraphernalia was discovered at the scene. Critics praised Williams for his portrayal of Little, a homosexual drug dealer at war with his rivals. During his career, Williams earned Emmy nominations for performances in HBO's "Bessie," "The Night Of" and "Lovecraft Country."

Source: Otago Daily Times September 25, 2021 02:03 UTC