Tributes have been paid to The Wire actor Bobby J. Brown, who has died at the age of 62 following a barn fire accident
Wire star Bobby J. Brown has passed away aged 62.
The Hollywood actor, who appeared in the acclaimed HBO series The Wire, died on Tuesday, February 24 following a barn fire incident, reports the Mirror US..
Brown’s daughter confirmed his death to TMZ, whilst the Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner stated the cause of death was diffuse thermal injury and smoke inhalation.
The manner of death was classified as accidental.
The blaze started after Brown went into the barn to jump start a vehicle. Moments afterwards, the actor called for a family member to fetch a fire extinguisher.
However, by the time his relatives reached the barn, it was completely consumed by flames.
It is understood he did not suffer from the burns sustained in the fire.
His agent, Albert Bramante, told TMZ, “I am upset and saddened. He was such a good actor and person. He was totally dedicated to the craft of acting and was a joy to work with.”
Tributes have poured in from admirers, with one posting on X, “Sorry to see him go so young. I was just watching him on Homicide last night. RIP.”
Another wrote, “RIP! He was very good and had a strong presence in his brief scenes in We Own This City. Very believable as Bernthal’s character’s predecessor.”
A third commented, “Tragic news…Rest in peace, Bobby J. Brown. Such a talented soul taken too soon.”
A fourth stated, “Every time I see ‘Bobby Brown’ in a headline, my heart stops, but this is a tragedy for the acting world regardless. RIP Bobby J.”
Bobby made his debut in 1998, taking on the role of Terry in the sixth series of Homicide: Life on the Street.
The performer is best remembered for his work on the 2002 drama The Wire. Nevertheless, he delivered memorable performances in numerous other productions including Pecker, We Own This City and Law and Order: Special Victims Unit.
Bobby was also due to feature in a mini-series called The Sessions.
Beyond his on-screen work, Bobby helmed various documentaries such as Off the Chain and Tear the Roof Off- The Untold Story of Parliament Funkadelic.
He hailed from Washington, D. C.
Before establishing himself in the entertainment industry, he pursued boxing. He subsequently changed direction and trained at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York.
Bobby was a committed Jehovah’s Witness. His relatives are arranging a memorial service to honour his life and achievements.