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Beloved actor Reg E. Cathey, who played Freddy Hayes on House of Cards and appeared as Norman Wilson in The Wire, is dead. Cathey died in New York after battling lung cancer. He was 59.
Cathey, born into a military family in Huntsville, Alabama, had an acting career which spanned over 30 years. Besides being in The Wire and House of Cards, Cathey also starred in TV shows such as Law and Order: SVU, Banshee, 30 Rock, Oz, Inside Amy Schumer, and Horace and Pete. He also starred in Hollywood movies such as The Mask, Se7en, Airheads, Fourth of July, What About Bob?, Clear and Present Danger, Tank Girl, American Psycho, Pootie Tang,, and Fantastic Four. Cathey was nominated for an Emmy three times and won the award in 2015 for his role in House of Cards. Cathey attended the University of Michigan and the Yale School of Drama.
“We are heartbroken by the passing of our friend and House of Cards colleague Reg E. Cathey,” said Netflix in a statement. “Reg was the kindest man, the most giving actor, a true gentlemen. Our sympathy goes to his family.” An outpouring of sentimental last goodbyes by people who knew and worked with the renowned actor including The Wire creator David Simon, House of Cards producer Beau Willimon as well as actors Bobby Cannavale and Mike Colter.
Reg Cathey, 1958-2018. Not only a fine, masterful actor — but simply one of the most delightful human beings with whom I ever shared some long days on set. On wit alone, he could double any man over and leave him thinking. Reg, your memory is a great blessing. pic.twitter.com/OHEUbAhTg0
— David Simon (@AoDespair) February 9, 2018
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Reg Cathey was one of a kind. Brimming with life force, generosity, humor, gravitas and a fountain of talent. Loved by everyone lucky enough know him and work with him. He will be greatly missed.
Rest In Peace, Reg. pic.twitter.com/p9DXFgDevP— Beau Willimon (@BeauWillimon) February 9, 2018
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