So far, there are no reports regarding his cause of death — we only know that he was found deceased in his NYC apartment this afternoon, September 6. At this time we would like to send our prayers to his family and loved ones, and celebrate the late legend by highlighting a lesser known part of his career.

So many people never really knew that in addition to being a veteran actor, Michael K. Williams was smooth as ever on the dance floor. Most knew him best for his role as Omar Little in The Wire and more recently, Montrose Freeman in Lovecraft Country, but Williams actually got his start in entertainment as a dancer. His first few gigs included going on tour and being in music videos for Madonna, Missy Elliott, George Michael, Ginuwine, and more. He also choreographed, and starred in, the music visual for Crystal Waters’ “100% Pure Love” in ‘94.

After hearing the shocking news, Ginuwine took to Instagram to say R.I.P. “This is totally unexpected such a great personality and person who I had the pleasure of working with way early on in 96-97 as my dancer first dancer RIP to this king blessings to his family wow this is crazy….,” the famous singer said.

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