Actor Reg E. Cathey, who played Freddy Hayes on “House of Cards,” has died. He was nominated for three consecutive years for the role. His death was reported Friday by David Simon, the creator of “The Wire.” TMZ reported that Cathey had been battling lung cancer and that he died at home surrounded by family. Simon called Cathey a “masterful actor” and a “most delightful” human being. “Reg, your memory is a great blessing,” he said in a tweet.

Source: Huffington Post February 10, 2018 00:42 UTC