Lance Reddick
Biography
Lance Solomon Reddick (June 7, 1962 – March 17, 2023) was a distinguished American actor renowned for his compelling performances across television, film, and video games. He is best known for his role as Cedric Daniels in the critically acclaimed series *The Wire* (2002–2008). Reddick also captivated audiences as Phillip Broyles in *Fringe* (2008–2013) and as Chief Irvin Irving in *Bosch* (2014–2020).
His film career included notable roles such as Charon in the *John Wick* franchise (2014–2025) and General Caulfield in *White House Down* (2013). In the realm of television, he made memorable appearances as Detective Johnny Basil in *Oz*, Matthew Abaddon in *Lost* (2004–2010), and Albert Wesker in Netflix's *Resident Evil* (2022). His portrayal of Zeus in *Percy Jackson and the Olympians* (2024) was released posthumously and earned him a nomination for the Children’s and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Performer.
In addition to live-action roles, Reddick lent his voice and likeness to various video game characters, including Martin Hatch in *Quantum Break*, Sylens in *Horizon Zero Dawn* and *Horizon Forbidden West*, and Commander Zavala in the *Destiny* series. Reddick's versatile talent and deep presence left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
Filmography
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Sylvie's Love
2020 • Herbert
The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial (2023)
2023 • Captain Blakely
The Way of War
2009 • The Black Man
The Domestics
2018 • Nathan Wood
Angel Has Fallen
2019 • David Gentry
Canal Street
2019 • Jerry Shaw
Ballerina (2025)
2025 • Charon
Godzilla vs. Kong
2021
Don't Say a Word
2001
White House Down
2013
White Men Can't Jump (2023)
2023 • Benji
John Wick
2014
Faults
2014 • Mick
The Guest
2014 • Major Carver
Search Party
2014 • MacDonaldson
What the Deaf Man Heard
1997
The Siege
1998 • FBI Agent Floyd Rose
One Night in Miami...
2020
Business Ethics
2020 • Professor Wrightway
Bridget
2002 • Black
Oldboy (2013)
2013
Faith Based
2020 • Pastor Mike