The actor of The Wire, James Ranson, has died: police have named the cause of death.

According to ТСН: American actor James Ranson, known for his roles in the series 'The Wire' and the horror movie 'It Chapter Two', passed away at the age of 46.

This tragic news was confirmed by American media citing official sources. According to law enforcement in Los Angeles, the actor took his life on Friday, December 19. The medical examiner noted that the cause of death was suicide. The investigation found no signs of foul play, reports TMZ.

Family Life and Mental Health Support

James Ranson was married and raised two children. Shortly before his death, his wife, Jamie McPhee, launched a fundraising campaign on social media to support the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Many consider this initiative an attempt to draw attention to the importance of supporting people in crisis.

Cinema Career

James Ranson gained the most popularity for his role as Chester 'Ziggy' Sobotka - an emotional and tragic character from the second season of the series 'The Wire'. His character, a dockworker with criminal tendencies, left an unforgettable impression on viewers.

The actor also gained wide recognition for his role as adult Eddie Kaspbrak in the film 'It Chapter Two' (2019), where he played one of the members of the 'Losers Club'. Among his other works are appearances in the films 'Black Phone 2', 'V/H/S/85', and a number of independent film projects.

It is worth noting that recently, the world experienced another loss - the singer Stepan Higa has passed away, whose artistic legacy also sparks much discussion.

The death of James Ranson has served as another reminder of the importance of discussing mental health issues. His contribution to cinema will remain in the memory of viewers, and his wife's initiative highlights the need to support people in difficult times.