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Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71 -- Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire." -- Dec 30, 2025

Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."

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'The Wire' Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. Dead At 71 -- Entertainment

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died. He was best known for playing Senator Clay Davis in HBO's "The Wire," which ran from 2002 to 2008.

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The Wire's Isiah Whitlock Jr. Dies at 71

He played State Senator Clay Davis in all five seasons of the show.

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'The Wire' Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. Dead At 71

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died. He was best known for playing Senator Clay Davis in HBO's "The Wire," which ran from 2002 to 2008.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for roles in The Wire and Veep, dead at 71 -- Andrew Dalton -- -

Isiah Whitlock Jr. made frequent TV appearances and worked on numerous films with director Spike Lee. The actor's manager said Whitlock died in New York following a brief illness.

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Trump Mobile pushes back release of gold-colored phone -- The Trump Organization announced the $499 phone and wireless plan this summer, promising to deliver "all-American service."

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"The Wire" star Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died

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Isiah Whitlock Junior passes at 71: Reflecting on his role in 'The Wire' and beyond

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Homage paid to Isiah Whitlock Jr. with 'The Wire' catchphrase

Fans flocked to the comments section of a 15-year-old YouTube video featuring a collection of scenes of Isiah Whitlock Jr. from hit TV series The Wire to pay tribute to actor after his family said...

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., Indiana native and actor from 'The Wire' and Spike Lee films, dies at 71

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Entertainment News -- 'The Wire,' 'Veep' alum Isiah Whitlock Jr. dead at 71 -- "The Wire" and "Veep" alum Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died at the age of 71.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., star of 'The Wire' and Spike Lee films, dies at 71

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., who acted in 'The Wire,' 'Veep' and Spike Lee films, dies at 71

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Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., star of 'The Wire' and 'Veep', dies aged 71

A long-time collaborator of director Spike Lee and star of prestige series 'The Wire', Isiah Whitlock Jr. passed away following a short illness.

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The Wire star Isiah Whitlock Jr dies at 71 as celebrities pay tribute

The actor was known for his infamous, elongated catchphrase ‘sheeeee-it’ as politician Clay Davis on The Wire

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Isiah Whitlock Jr: The Wire and Veep actor dies at 71 -- Whitlock was known for his notably elongated, profane catchphrase, which he used on The Wire and in films.

Whitlock was known for his notably elongated, profane catchphrase, which he used on The Wire and in films.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., 'The Wire' and 'Veep' Star, Actor in Five Spike Lee Films, Dies at 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr., an actor who made frequent memorable appearances on the HBO series “The Wire” and “Veep” and in five films with director Spike Lee, died Tuesday. He was 71.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr: The Wire and Veep actor dies at 71 -- Whitlock was known for his notably elongated, profane catchphrase, which he used on The Wire and in films. -- US & Canada

Whitlock was known for his notably elongated, profane catchphrase, which he used on The Wire and in films.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from 'The Wire,' 'Veep' and Spike Lee films, dies at 71

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Isiah Whitlock Jr, star of The Wire and Veep Dies at 71 -- m read

Spike Lee mourns the loss of frequent collaborator Isiah Whitlock Jr.

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'The Wire' star Isiah Whitlock Jr. breathes his last at 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr., best known for his roles in The Wire and Da 5 Bloods, has passed away. He was 71.The actor's death was confirmed by his manager on Tuesday, December 30, via social media.Calling...

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor who starred in The Wire, dies

Whitlock Jr. portrayed openly corrupt city councilman Clay Davis on the show, who was known for his trademark expression "sheee-it".

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., Actor From 'The Wire,' 'Veep,' and Spike Lee Films, Dies at 71

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Isiah Whitlock Jr dies at 71 after decades-long career spanning 'The Wire', 'Veep' and Spike Lee films

Isiah Whitlock Jr., beloved "Wire" star known for his iconic catchphrase, has died at 71 after a short illness, his manager confirmed.

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'The Wire' actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., best known for 'The Wire,' dies at 71

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., who was best known for his role in the HBO Series “The Wire,” has died at age 71.

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'The Wire' Actor And Spike Lee Collaborator Isiah Whitlock Jr. Dead At 71

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., 'The Wire' actor and Spike Lee collaborator, dies at 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr., best known for his role in 'The Wire' and frequent collaborations with director Spike Lee in films such as 'BlacKkKlansman' and 'Da 5 Bloods,' has died.

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Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for 'The Wire,' 'Veep,' Spike Lee films, dies at 71

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., best known for role on 'The Wire,' dies at 71

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The Wire star Isiah Whitlock Jr. dead at 71: Veteran actor was also longtime collaborator of Spike Lee

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The Wire star Isiah Whitlock Jr. dies at 71 after starring in multiple Spike Lee films -- Sad news

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