James Ransone, ‘The Wire’ and ‘It: Chapter Two’ actor, dies at 46
Actor James Ransone, known for his role in The Wire, dead at 46- the actor, famed for playing Ziggy Sobotka, was found dead with the death ruled a suicide
James Ransone, an American actor widely recognised for portraying Ziggy Sobotka in HBO’s The Wire, has died at the age of 46. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed his death was ruled a suicide.
His Career & Notable Roles
Ransone’s breakout role was as Chester “Ziggy” Sobotka in The Wire’s second season, a performance that remains one of the series’ most memorable character arcs. He had a diverse body of work spanning film and television, including roles in Generation Kill, Bosch, Poker Face, It: Chapter Two, The Black Phone and its 2025 sequel Black Phone 2.
Personal Life
Born June 2, 1979, in Baltimore, Maryland, Ransone studied arts and began his acting career in the early 2000s. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Past Struggles & Advocacy
Earlier in his life, Ransone publicly shared that he had been sexually abused as a child and struggled with addiction before becoming sober — experiences he discussed in past interviews and social media posts.
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