Actor Bobby J. Brown, who became known for the HBO drama 'The Wire,' has died at the age of 62.
Brown's daughter told U.S. entertainment outlet TMZ on the 27th (local time) that "her father died from smoke inhalation due to a barn fire." The Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner also officially confirmed that Brown's cause of death was smoke inhalation and extensive thermal injuries.
The accident occurred on the 26th. Brown was attempting a jump start inside the barn to start a vehicle when a fire broke out, and the flames reportedly spread quickly. He asked his family to bring a fire extinguisher, but by the time the family arrived the barn was already engulfed in flames. Authorities determined the fire to be an accidental vehicle-related incident.
Brown's agent Albert Bramante expressed condolences, saying, "This is so shocking and sad," and "He was a wonderful actor and a good person, and his dedication to his craft was remarkable. He was a pleasure to work with."
Bobby J. Brown made a strong impression with multiple appearances as Officer Bobby Brown on 'The Wire,' which aired from 2002 to 2008. His death has again drawn attention to a series of losses among the cast members of 'The Wire.'
In addition to 'The Wire,' Brown appeared in the film 'From Within' (2008), the drama 'Law & Order,' and his most recent work was the 2023 film 'Mailman.'
Bobby J. Brown was born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Pennsylvania. Before becoming an actor, he competed as an amateur boxer and won the Golden Gloves championship five times. He later graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York and began his career as an actor.
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