Popular Hollywood actor, Michael K. Williams has died at the age of 54, CNN reports. He was found dead in his apartment at NewYork. Preliminary investigations showed that equipment used to store, inhale or ingest drugs was found on him. 

The family demands privacy as investigations continue to unravel the cause of death.

The actor is best known for his role as Omar Little on HBO’s “The Wire,. He also featured as a mobster in HBO’s mob drama titled; Boardwalk Empire. He has acted in other movies  such as “Bessie” and “The Night Of”. He was one of the best actors around and has amassed a lot of accolades. 

He will be greatly missed by family, fans and friends.