Tributes have poured in for late John Wick star Lance Reddick, who died unexpectedly at 60.
Okeanu Reeves lead tributes to his “beloved” co-star on the weekend, who it was revealed died “suddenly” of pure causes.
Reddick’s demise was confirmed by his publicist one week earlier than the discharge of John Wick: Chapter 4, which might see Reddick reprise his function of Charon, the concierge at New York City’s Continental Hotel.
Now, Reddick’s spouse, Stephanie, has spoken out, sharing a tribute to him on his Instagram web page.
“Lance was taken from us far too soon,” Stephanie wrote. “Thank you for all your overwhelming love, support and beautiful stories shared on these platforms over the last day. I see your messages and can’t begin to express how grateful I am to have them.”
Stephanie and Lance married in 2011, and reportedly met in 1999 whereas working at Minnesota’s Guthrie Theatre.
The late star’s spouse went on to say her husband’s function within the online game Destiny, for which he voiced the character Commander Zavala.
Following his demise, 1000’s of gamers of the sport paid tribute to him by assembly up on the location within the recreation the place Reddick’s character may very well be discovered, and saluting him.
“And to the thousands of Destiny players who played in special tribute to Lance, thank you. Lance loved you as much as he loved the game,” she wrote.
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John Wick star Halle Berry additionally paid tribute to Reddick.
“I send my heartfelt condolences to the family and all those who knew and loved Lance. I’ll never forget the huge smile and heartfelt hug Lance gave me as I walked on the set of John Wick for the first time,” Berry wrote in a publish to Instagram.
“His kind, sweet energy lit up every room he was in and his heart was larger than anything in it! Heaven has another angel. You will be missed sweet friend!” she added.
Meantime a “heartbroken” Reeves, 58, mourned Reddick in a joint assertion with director Chad Stahelski, obtained by Variety, during which they stated they are going to dedicate the franchise’s newest sequel to him.
“We are deeply saddened and heartbroken at the loss of our beloved friend and colleague Lance Reddick. He was the consummate professional and a joy to work with,” Reeves and Stahelski stated within the joint assertion.
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“Our love and prayers are with his wife Stephanie, his children, family and friends. We dedicate the film to his loving memory. We will miss him dearly.”
Lionsgate, who’s the studio behind the movie, stated in a press release obtained by Deadline: ”The world of Wick would not be what it is without Lance Reddick and the unparalleled depth he brought to Charon’s humanity and unflappable charisma.
“Lance leaves behind an indelible legacy and massively spectacular physique of labor, however we’ll keep in mind him as our beautiful, joyful pal and Concierge,” the tribute continued. “We’re shocked and heartbroken, and our deepest condolences go to his beloved household and his followers all all over the world.”
Reddick’s The Wire co-star Wendell Pierce also paid tribute to the late actor, writing on Twitter: “A person of nice power and beauty. As gifted a musician as he was an actor. The epitome of sophistication. A sudden sudden sharp painful grief for our inventive household. An unimaginable struggling for his private household and family members. Godspeed my pal. You made your mark right here. RIP.”
DC director James Gunn also paid tribute, calling Reddick an “extremely good man” and said his death was “heartbreaking.” James Fogelnest, meanwhile, said he was “deeply saddened” to hear the news.
Aaron Ginsburg, who worked with Reddick, said knowing and working with him had been an “honour”. Author Michael Connelly, who wrote the books Bosch was based on, also penned a lengthy tribute.
“I’m desirous about my pal Lance Reddick. More than being a key ingredient within the Bosch present, he was a beautiful individual, pal and collaborator. He took a personality who was paper-thin within the books and made Irvin Irving,” Connelly wrote.
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Actor Ben Stiller also shared a memory of his experience with Reddick, writing: “Lance Reddick was an lovely and compelling actor. And a gorgeous individual. He labored with my mother Anne Meara in her play Afterplay, enjoying Raziel, the waiter slash angel of demise. He was beautiful in that and all he did. Nothing is misplaced.”
“I can not take it no extra. rip Lance Reddick,” Oscar and Grammy winner Questlove wrote.
”Unacceptable. Death, I would like your badge and scythe on my desk at 9am tomorrow,” Patten Oswalt wrote.
Reddick’s death was confirmed overnight by his publicist Mia Hansen, who attributed it to natural causes.
Reddick is survived by his wife, Stephanie Reddick, and children, Yvonne Nicole Reddick and Christopher Reddick.
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