Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr, famed for The Wire, dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr, the actor who immortalised Senator Clay Davis and his signature 'sheee-it' in The Wire, has died aged 71. We look back at his celebrated career.
Isiah Whitlock Jr, the actor who immortalised Senator Clay Davis and his signature 'sheee-it' in The Wire, has died aged 71. We look back at his celebrated career.
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Isiah Whitlock Jr., the actor best known for his role as corrupt politician Clay Davis in The Wire, has passed away at 71. His manager and co-stars pay tribute.
Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., famed for playing Clay Davis in The Wire, has died at 71. The news follows the recent death of his former co-star James Ransone. Read the full tribute.
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