In the last hours Hollywood and the entire world were shocked by the death of Bobby J. Brownremembered for his role in the five-season series, The watchmen (The Wire). The news was confirmed by the star’s daughter to the American portal TMZ. According to the young woman, her father died in a tragic episode that occurred in Maryland.
The man He was trapped in a barn that caught fire, causing extensive burns and death from smoke inhalation.. The Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner specified that Brown’s cause of death “was diffuse thermal injury and smoke inhalation” and the result of a “domestic accident.”
The fire would have started after the interpreter entered the barn to start his car. A few minutes later he ran to ask a family member for a fire extinguisher and returned to the scene. By the time his relatives arrived to help him, the space was already covered in flames. Trying to rescue him from the fire, his wife also suffered serious burns..
Bobby J. Brown and his family are Jehovah’s Witnesses, for this reason they plan to have a funeral according to their religious beliefs. So far, the date and place have not been confirmed to the media, but it is expected to be near the city where he resided.
Upon news of his death, his agentAlbert Bramante, expressed himself in TMZ: “I am upset and sad. He was a very good actor and person. He was totally dedicated to the art of acting and it was a pleasure to work with him”.
Before turning to acting, Brown was a professional boxer. Regarding his acting career, his first notable role was in Law & Order: Special Victims Unitwhere he appeared in three episodes.
In 2002 he also participated in The watchmen (The Wire) from HBO, and this was followed by great roles in Nocturnal Agony, Veep and From Within. In recent months, IMDb had reported that the actor would be part of the miniseries The Sesionsbut since only the pilot test has been filmed so far, it is unknown if his appearances will be broadcast.
On social networks, a large number of fans said goodbye to the star with messages of affection and remembered her scenes on the small screen: “There are like 7 members of the cast who have died in The Wire”; “Tragic news… Rest in peace, Bobby J. Brown. Such a talented soul gone too soon” and “It’s sad, but I feel like his work left an indelible mark on television and fans around the world. My condolences to his family, friends and everyone who admired his talent and contributions to the industry.”
