Entertainment of Wednesday, 31 December 2025Source: bbc.comIsiah Whitlock Jr, who was known for his memorable acting roles on The Wire and Veep, has died at the age of 71, according to his manager. Whitlock, who also featured in Goodfellas and The Chappelle Show, was a longtime collaborator with director Spike Lee, who also shared a heartfelt tribute to him. GOD BLESS," Lee wrote, alongside a photo of the two men shaking hands. On The Wire, Whitlock played a corrupt politician, and was known for his profane catchphrase, which Whitlock himself had developed. Whitlock featured in six films by Spike Lee, including 25th Hour, She Hate Me, Red Hook Summer, Chi-Raq , BlacKkKlansman and Da 5 Bloods.

Source: GhanaWeb December 31, 2025 18:12 UTC