Michael K. Williams Breaks Down His Career, from 'The Wire' to 'Lovecraft Country' | Vanity Fair 

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.

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

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 💔

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.

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

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

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

One of the best to ever do It. RIP

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🙏🏼♥️

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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!

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

He seemed to be a lovely man on top of being a great actor. What a tragedy his death is to all of us. May he rest in peace.

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.

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 💔

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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 .

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.

His role in "When They See Us" was stellar

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

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

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

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

So handsome, beautiful skin, amazing actor!

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💞💞💞

Rest In Heaven…..it’s so sad to see such a talented, beautiful soul that struggled with addiction, to lose that battle…God bless his soul the struggle is over. 💔

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

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).

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.💔💔💔😢😢😢😢

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

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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

Just found about about his passing Rest in Peace Legend

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.

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!

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

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

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

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

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.

Rest In Peace, you were an incredible actor

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.

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

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

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

I JUST LOVE HIM IN THE WIRE & SUPERFLY

Such a gifted actor and a totally engaging human being.

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

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.

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

"Omar's here!" Micheal is such a good actor, luv watching him perform.

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

He spoke with such gentle dignity.

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

Not many actors can grab my attention they way he can...Omar, chalky, and the character he plays in the night of are just and amazing examples of the art behind REAL ACTING coupled w equally great writing...

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

I’m going to have to play this again, because I couldn’t pay attention to anything this man said because the fine-ness had me mesmerized. That’s a fine black man, whew Lord!🚿

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

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.

Omar coming!

HUGE respect for you, Mr. Williams. Your commitment to your craft - to presenting images and stories that reflect our world - is laudable. I only wish more American's in a position to speak would take ownership of their responsibilities to each other.

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

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

The white beard was quite the distinguished look. RIP.

He has a magnificent presence, voice and command everytime he's on screen. Is one of those actors that you know for sure is gonna deliver no matter what the role is.

I have loved this man's career since... Oh lord, almost 20 years. He is absolutely amazing, an amazing actor, person, human, and now brother in grey beards. Please, Sir, if you read this? Keep it going. You're such a treasure. EDIT: The Road.... His performance in The Road? That emotion, that .... everything. I almost cry remembering him, the desperation, the fear. An absolutely stunning performance.

This guy play the ultimate bad guy and he's probably THE nicest guy you'd ever meet. His Omar character was the best.

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

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

RIP Michael, we're gonna miss you man. Thanks for all the memories on The Wire and Boardwalk Empire. #OmarLittleForever

This man.. This man is a truly iconic

He was a real badass in RoboCop movie. I really like his dialogues.

RIP Michael K. Williams... Chalky White was my favorite of your characters. The monologue he delivers to the klansman about how his father was killed was brilliant. So specific and nuanced. "I ain't building no bookcase."

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