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James Ransone’s wife, Jamie McPhee, has paid tribute to her husband His death, at the age of 46,
In an emotional post on Instagram, she wrote, “I told you I’ve loved you 1000 times before and I know I’ll love you again… You told me… I needed to be like you and you needed to be like me – and you were absolutely right. Thank you for giving me the greatest gift of all – you, Jack and Violet. We are forever.”
The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office said Ransone died by suicide on Friday (Dec. 19). Baltimore-born actor best known for his acting Wire and horror movies, including This: Chapter 2, Sinister, horrifying 2, black phone, and its 2025 sequel, which was his final project.
The actor’s big break came in 2003 when he played hot-headed dock worker Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of the acclaimed HBO drama. Wire,
Ranson’s Wire Co-star Wendell Pierce wrote on X: “Sorry I couldn’t be there for you, brother. Rest in peace James Ransone.”
Director Spike Lee, who worked with Ransone on two occasions, paid tribute to the star in a post on Instagram, writing: “Rest in peace my dear brother, Mr. James Ransone. We had a blast together.” red hook summer And inside Man,
Shawn Baker, who directed Ransone, said, “I’m going to miss you, my friend.” little star And Orange,
Maia Taylor, who also starred OrangeSaid in a post on Instagram: “RIP James Ransone. This made me feel so bad. Very sweet and funny man. He helped me deal with fame. He could light up a room with his smile and dimples. So funny and sweet and he will be sorely missed. Love this man so much.”
heated rivalry Actor Francois Arnaud remembered the actor instagram story As a “unique actor by whom I am constantly impressed and inspired.”
“We are saddened by the passing of James Ransone,” a post from horror film production company Blumhouse read. “We are grateful to work with them black phone And horrifying Movies. Our thoughts are with their loved ones.”
Many fans have also shared their condolences online, with one praising the actor as “an integral part of giving both grit and soul to Sean Baker’s early films”.
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He added, “He’s one of those actors who always makes the project around him more interesting.”
Another said: “First time watching WireYou think Ziggy is one of the most annoying characters you’ve ever seen. you see it another time WireHis compassion is unmistakable and you can see the depth of the role he is playing in the decaying world he was born into… RIP James Ransone.’
In an article left on his website, Ransone, who had two children, said before his death: “Parenthood broke me completely. It made me look at myself with a level of honesty I wanted to avoid. It made me want to be someone my child could look up to. And with it came shame – shame I didn’t even know was still alive in me.”
He previously opened up about mental health struggles and addiction issues Interview In 2016 he “got sober” at the age of 27.
The actor also spoke publicly in 2021 about being sexually abused as a child by one of his teachers.
Ransone is survived by his wife and two children.
In the UK, people with a mental health crisis can contact the Samaritans 116 123 Or jo@samaritans.org,
If you live in the United States, and you or someone you know needs mental health support right now, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org To access online chat from 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This is a free, confidential crisis hotline that is available to anyone 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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