PhotoThomas Mikal Ford, an actor known for his portrayal of the pragmatic yet charming character Tommy in the 1990s television sitcom “Martin,” died on Wednesday. Mr. Ford had knee replacement surgery last week, according to his Instagram account. Mr. Ford was nominated in the category of outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series at the 1996 N.A.A.C.P. Mr. Ford appeared in the 1989 crime comedy “Harlem Nights,” which starred Redd Foxx, Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor. Mr. Ford had turned his attention to directing and producing television dramas and sitcom pilots, according to his website.

Source: New York Times October 13, 2016 00:56 UTC