According to reports, the police were called to Reddick’s residence at around 09:30 local time (16:30 GMT). His publicist subsequently released a statement urging fans and the media to respect the privacy of the actor’s family at this trying time. Reddick was in the middle of a press tour promoting the upcoming fourth instalment of the John Wick movies when he passed away. The highly anticipated film is scheduled to hit theatres on March 24, and Reddick was also set to appear in Ballerina, a John Wick spinoff, alongside Ana de Armas.
Born in Baltimore, Reddick pursued his passion for music by studying classical music at the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester before enrolling at the prestigious Yale School of Drama to hone his acting skills. Over his 25-year career in the entertainment industry, Reddick appeared in over a dozen films and television shows, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor. However, his performance as Charon in the John Wick franchise catapulted him to global fame and earned him legions of fans worldwide.
Reddick’s sudden passing has shocked many of his colleagues and fans, who have taken to social media to pay tribute to the talented actor. Keanu Reeves, Reddick’s co-star in the John Wick movies, described him as a “gifted actor and a true gentleman,” while fellow actor and friend Wendell Pierce expressed shock and disbelief at the news of Reddick’s passing.
The entertainment industry has lost a consummate professional and a gifted performer in Reddick and his legacy will undoubtedly live on through his remarkable body of work. The actor is survived by his wife, Stephanie, his daughter, Yvonne Nicole Reddick, and his son, Christopher Reddick.