This man has carried HBO on his back for years. Edit: God I just found out about the terrible news. Rest in Power Mr Williams.

Michael k William's is such an amazing actor but an even better person. I met him when me and my family went out to eat BBQ in memphis on my birthday, I was about 14-15 yrs old and i was starting at him HARD in the restaurant he walked over and said hey little man, want an autograph, and I almost died I said yea! But can I talk to you and ask you some questions about your shows and he said you know? Nobody ever wants to sit amd talk anymore people always wanna autograph, sure kid. Ask away, and we sat and talked for about 45 mins. I asked him questions about his shows and even told him that I wanna be an actor and tell stories about what it's like being handicap, and before he had to leave he found out it was my bday and as he was leaving he bought me a piece of cake and sent it to my table with a note saying happy birthday, I hope I see you on the tv one day kiddo, its important to tell your unique experiences. Still my fav actor ever.

Michael would’ve killed a DMX biopic yet I ain’t mad because he’s blessed us with so many characters. Rest In Power King 💔

One of the best to ever do It. RIP

His voice is everything...it's soothing, it's rough, it's resonate....it's just beautiful.

RIP King, this guy was talented always put in 100%.

Rest well brother. You have left your mark as an actor and man.

He's one actor who, when he name drops, isn't annoying because he does it with such gratitude for all the breaks he's gotten. He's so humble and charming. And now a legend. R.I.P.

RIP to a real one. Man owned every role like he was really that character.

He acted with the best rapper alive, then worked with the best director alive, then went on to be in 2 of the best TV shows ever made and more recently he was in one of the best documentaries ever created. And he stood out as an exceptional actor in all of those things. Truly a legend.

This beautiful man struggled with addiction off and on his whole adult life but he still never ceased to make amazing art and even though he just passed we, like him, are all out here struggling with something so rest easy bro🙏🏼♥️

"America is still a baby with a very big rattle." SO many beautiful things were so very well said in this interview♡

This man is just phenomenal in everything he’s been in. Wayyyyy underrated.

Can’t believe he’s gone. RIP to one of the best.

R.I.P Michael. You were an outstanding actor, never saw a film or TV show that you appeared in where you didn't impress. Your talent will be missed.

This actor is highly underrated so sad to hear of his passing. That’s great man made everything he did memorable. RIP

I remember he came to my job’s event at Carnegie Hall. All the kids wanted to meet him and show him that they could dance. He stood there after the event and watched every kid dance then gave positive affirmation to each one. I will never forget that a person of his stature will make time for the kids and we were all grateful.

My deepest condolences to the family friends and fans.RIP brother Williams.

A flame burned out too early. A fine actor and human being. Thank you for giving us the chances to watch your gift in action as well as blessing us with your presence

Rest easy Michael, we will miss you and your unbelievable talent.

Mr. Williams feels like everyone's uncle. You know, the one that makes the bomb barbecue? We love you, uncle Michael!

Michael K. Williams breathed life into every character he played, he was a very talented actor.

"the timeline of my career so far" - Michael K. Williams almost a year to his transition 🥺💔🕊 I know the ancestors greeted him with love.❤️🖤💚

Him playing “Chalkie White” on Boardwalk Empire is CLASSIC!!! He kills every role.

I love his role in Community in season 3. He can play scary but man he is a hilarious dude and that helped show me his range.

I just didn't imagine he ever struggled with drugs because he was so prolific and amazing in everything. He did everything. Still, I'll always imagine him in future works.

I remember seeing him on SVU and I never forgot his powerful performance. When I first heard of his sad passing I had the strongest feeling he was sexually abused as a child although I never heard any thing about that in public until yesterday when l saw a episode of the Breakfast Club where Michael talked about being sexually abused as a child. Many people who have been abused as children have addiction problems to numb the pain. We must protect and help our children .

If he shaved his beard I honestly wouldn’t noticed that he’s aged within the past 20 years. Smooth looking dude.

If Michael K. Williams is in a film, you can bet it's quality. He brings such incredible depth and gravitas to his roles. It's so flippin remarkable.

So empathetic, kind and humble. He'll be deeply missed. RIP.

I remember seeing this and saying to myself “ he has a long way to go, why is he doing this now “ now I have the deepest appreciation for this video. Such a one of a kind talent. Rest in utter peace Michael

His vulnerability and humanity are what make him a great actor. He is a wonderful human being and I think it comes across in his art. I really love this guy!

How he talks about the wire with such love and admiration after all these years is great. Great actor with one of the most impressive TV resumes of all time.

God: "Omar coming" Rest in Power Micheal K. Williams. Still can't or want to believe this.

My cousin had no father even when this man became famous he still look after him and told him to get out of the streets and finish school he was his mentor. I don't care about what people say he was an angel he saved my cousin that's now a successful business man.💔💔💔😢😢😢😢

His role in "When They See Us" was stellar

He danced backup for Mya? My 90's fangirl just fainted lmao.

I am lost for words. His honesty and appreciation for his roles and life is admirable. I love you Michael. RIP💞💞💞

God bless him…One of the greatest actors I’ve ever seen perform on screen…Godspeed…

for whatever it's worth, he's up there with the greats of all time. really natural, not over-acting, just believable on the screen.

He’s an extremely underrated actor... i’m hoping to see him and Mahershala Ali in something together. I’ve always loved every scene he’s done, no matter how small they were. Just Heard!😢 I-I don’t even know what to say. RIP brother 💔

He’ll never not be loved and missed. What a blow to us, rest in absolute peace Michael K Williams

First Michael K. Williams and now Lance Reddick. Two legends gone before their time.

I can’t even articulate how much I love this actor. He’s gold.

This man is such an icon. I’m so glad he’s been gifted one of these videos to break down all of his legendary performances. This man took a real life scar and turned it into a mark of a king and you come at the king, you best not miss.

I can't believe the awful news that this beautiful man is gone!

Just heard about the news. What an outstanding indescribable talent gone so soon. I'm gonna miss him so much, one of the best actors ever RIP.

Just found about about his passing Rest in Peace Legend

The white beard was quite the distinguished look. RIP.

I wish I had the opportunity to hug this man. He was so humble, so genuine, and so inspiring. Love how he full name drops everyone he mentions so they won't be forgotten.

Great interview thanks to his willingness to be vulnerable. He seems very open to learning and evolving as an artist and a person. When he’s on screen, I can’t take my eyes off of him. He’s got that elusive “it” magnetism (with an incredible voice to match).

RIP Michael K Williams, I still can't believe this

This man has carried this network for years. He was a force to be reckoned with. He was slated to get his first Emmy this year. Just a little while longer........RIP!

His memory of 2Pac is tear dropping. Such an amazing actor. Rest in power.

I met him once at Christian Love church in Irvington, NJ and he is so humble, loving and kind!!!

Looooved him in Boardwalk empire, When they see us, the wire, and now Love Craft Country. I hope he wins an Oscar one day, not that it matters but would be nice to see someone that deserves it win

HBO needs to show him so much love and respect such a great soul AND actor

Wept again watching this. Someone I never met or knew but loved, respected, and admired his art and him as a person. Humble and brilliant and appreciative and reflective and kind. A model of humanity for us all.

One of my most favorite actors of all-time. He’s always so captivating on-screen and fascinating to watch, no matter how small or brief the role. Pure skill and brilliance.

So handsome, beautiful skin, amazing actor!

Just found out this handsome and talented man/entertainer was found dead today. So sad! R.I.P.

I can’t believe that you are gone 😢😭💔

MANN RIP 😢 I hate saying RIP to another icon. He was phenomenal 🕊

Money ain't got no owners, only spenders - Omar Little

He spoke with such gentle dignity.

Rip to this man. Every roll I have seen him preform was perfect

He did his thang in the wire, this man is so underrated, people need to give him his flowers, he is a straight legend.

lets never forget he played the cop in R Kelly's Trapped In The Closet

Man, crazy how he got the opportunity to do this and now he is gone. RIP Michael K. Williams

RIP. 🙏🏿... I loved this guy, bother the person he played on the Wire and his REAL LIFE personality. 😢

Michael, along with Andre Royo gave by far the best performances in The Wire, both were fantastic.

I JUST LOVE HIM IN THE WIRE & SUPERFLY

Did a 3 day rewatch marathon of The Wire. I finished about an hour ago and while I’m sad Michael K. Williams is gone, I’m so happy he’s immortalized for his portrayal of Omar. Obviously it’s subjective, like anything, but I’d say Michael is forever immortalized for his role as Omar, the Best Character in the Best Television Program that has ever existed, on The Wire.

I only just finished The Wire recently, and his portrayal of Omar was just an incredible force. RIP Michael Williams.

such an amazing resume. this guy can ACT and you can tell he is passionate about it.

Let’s get him in Blade please ‼️I SAID IT FIRST

When he said "timeline of my career so far" that hurt my soul knowing we wont see his talent after this loss

What a Magnificent Actor and Soul! He will be missed greatly!

He was in 3 of 4, of my favorite shows of all time: Sopranos, The Wire and Boardwalk Empire. What an great Actor. I wish you the best and stay healthy King!

Rest In Peace, you were an incredible actor

Rest in power man. A lot of strangers are mourning today.

What a beautiful soul, inside and out. RIP brother🕊️

I've watched, pretty much every 'gritty' TV show made. Thought a lot about my top 10, my top 5 list etc. The Wire is number 1, without a doubt. When a show feels more like a documentary, not only is it unbelievably rare, but you cant help feeling the world isn't ready for something that real to be on TV yet. Even now. It also got me reading David Simon's books too.

No, we lost him too soon! Rip to a legend!

Chaulky White is why I got into his career. What an absolute beast on screen with such a humble and kind personality off of it. RIP to one of the best drama actors of this and prior generations.

To say this man was talented is an absolute understatement. No matter what I watched him in, he always delivered an amazing performance and gave 110%. Omar Little is one of the greatest TV characters we’ve ever seen, and should be remembered that way, in the same way people remember Tony Soprano, Rust Cohle, Walter White, and Tyrion Lannister, I don’t care what anyone says. RIP Michael K. Williams

Such a gifted actor and a totally engaging human being.

I love how he still says "axed"! Sooooo BROOKLYN!! 🤗🤗🤗

Rest in peace, brutha; gone at 54💔! You were such an AMAZING talent!🙏🏾❤

Michael K. Williams will be extremely missed. He has truly left his impact on the world as we know it.

He kills it in every role I’ve seen him in. Guy is an incredible actor

Omar coming!

Mike was the every man's actor. Loved all his characters, and the world is a sadder place without him.

His excitement about his craft is palpable. A true loss to not just the entertainment community but the world. RIP, sir. A true legacy.

This man.. This man is a truly iconic

He is so good. The wire made him, he also 'made' the wire.

This was the last video I watched of him..I saved it to one of my playlists because I was so proud of him. I was looking forward to seeing him win an oscar..I thought it was just inevitable..the way I just knew Regina King would win one day. It is truly sad..really sad we won't see more of him but I'm grateful for what we had. Hey heaven..Michael's coming.

Rest in peace you beautiful soul. Ugh. What a career.

I never knew his name, but I always remembered his acting, now the theirs a face with the name👍 I grew up watching him.

This man has played so many amazing roles I had no idea PAC gave him his first acting shot! Legendary Edit: I can’t believe he’s gone. RIP to this legendary man and FU to drugs. It’s a disease that steals and destroys.