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CNN
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
‘Superman' actor Wendell Pierce likens his seminal show ‘The Wire' to a ‘canary in the mine' for these times
Despite calls from far and wide for 'The Wire' to come back, actor Wendell Pierce is firm in his stance that the acclaimed show should stay untouched and in the past. ''The Wire' is something that is classic,' Pierce said at Monday's premiere for 'Superman' in Hollywood, adding that 'what makes it classic (is) it speaks to, it spoke to the audience then, it speaks to us now, it will speak to audiences long after it's over.' Pierce, who played detective William 'Bunk' Moreland in 'The Wire,' said he believes the drama resonated because of 'the cautionary tale that it was, the fact that it lets people know there's an ugly side of human nature.' 'We're seeing that demonstrated today. I mean as we stand here on wonderful beautiful Hollywood Boulevard, they have American secret police who raided MacArthur Park today with guns drawn on citizens for no reason,' he said. 'That's a dangerous thing.' Earlier on Monday, federal immigration agents in tactical gear accompanied by members of the California National Guard were deployed to the park near downtown Los Angeles. The operation sparked outrage among local residents and Mayor Karen Bass called it 'outrageous and un-American' and 'an attempt to spread fear.' 'That's why 'The Wire' is so poignant. It was a canary in the mine then and it's a canary in the mine now,' Pierce said. 'What kind of society do we want to be a part of?' Pierce starred on the acclaimed HBO series from 2002 to 2008 alongside Dominic West, the late Lance Reddick, Sonja Sohn and the late Michael K. Williams. 'The Wire' remains widely regarded as one of the most exemplary crime series on television. In 'Superman,' Pierce will take on the role of Perry White, editor in chief of The Daily Planet in Metropolis. The role was previously portrayed by Laurence Fishburne in 2016's 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.' 'Superman' premieres in theaters this Friday. 'The Wire' and 'Superman' both come from production companies owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, which also owns CNN.
CNN
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
‘Superman' actor Wendell Pierce likens his seminal show ‘The Wire' to a ‘canary in the mine' for these times
Despite calls from far and wide for 'The Wire' to come back, actor Wendell Pierce is firm in his stance that the acclaimed show should stay untouched and in the past. ''The Wire' is something that is classic,' Pierce said at Monday's premiere for 'Superman' in Hollywood, adding that 'what makes it classic (is) it speaks to, it spoke to the audience then, it speaks to us now, it will speak to audiences long after it's over.' Pierce, who played detective William 'Bunk' Moreland in 'The Wire,' said he believes the drama resonated because of 'the cautionary tale that it was, the fact that it lets people know there's an ugly side of human nature.' 'We're seeing that demonstrated today. I mean as we stand here on wonderful beautiful Hollywood Boulevard, they have American secret police who raided MacArthur Park today with guns drawn on citizens for no reason,' he said. 'That's a dangerous thing.' Earlier on Monday, federal immigration agents in tactical gear accompanied by members of the California National Guard were deployed to the park near downtown Los Angeles. The operation sparked outrage among local residents and Mayor Karen Bass called it 'outrageous and un-American' and 'an attempt to spread fear.' 'That's why 'The Wire' is so poignant. It was a canary in the mine then and it's a canary in the mine now,' Pierce said. 'What kind of society do we want to be a part of?' Pierce starred on the acclaimed HBO series from 2002 to 2008 alongside Dominic West, the late Lance Reddick, Sonja Sohn and the late Michael K. Williams. 'The Wire' remains widely regarded as one of the most exemplary crime series on television. In 'Superman,' Pierce will take on the role of Perry White, editor in chief of The Daily Planet in Metropolis. The role was previously portrayed by Laurence Fishburne in 2016's 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.' 'Superman' premieres in theaters this Friday. 'The Wire' and 'Superman' both come from production companies owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, which also owns CNN.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Iconic '80s Rock Band Biopic Announces Star-Studded Cast
Iconic '80s Rock Band Biopic Announces Star-Studded Cast originally appeared on Parade. An iconic 1980s rock group is getting a biopic, and the star-studded cast has just been announced. Scorpions, the German hard rock band behind "Rock You Like a Hurricane" and "Wind of Change," is getting a feature film biopic from FOX Entertainment Studios, and on Friday, June 27, the studio announced the cast for the main roles. The biopic is called Wind of Change and it chronicles "he incredible journey of the legendary rock group the Scorpions, with the longest-running and most successful line-up of the band." Dominic West (The Crown) is playing Scorpions famous manager Don McGhee, Alexander Dreymon (The Last Kingdom) is starring as guitarist Rudolf Schenker, Ludwig Trepte (Generation War) is playing frontman Klaus Meine, Ed Speleers (You) is playing guitarist Matthias Jab, Luke Brandon Field (Interview with the Vampire, Jojo Rabbit) is playing drummer Herman Rarebell and David Kross (The Reader) is playing Andrej, the band's friend who is imprisoned on the other side of the Berlin description of the film reads, "Through their music, with hits ranging from 'Rock You Like a Hurricane' to 'Still Loving You,' the Scorpions helped bridge the divide between East and West, leaving an indelible mark on history and proving the transformative power of art." 'It's been an unbelievable journey developing this film, and bringing it to life feels surreal,' says Ali Afshar, Founder and President of ESX Entertainment, in a statement. 'Not only did the Scorpions' music help me get through tremendous difficulties as an Iranian immigrant in America in the early 80s, but their message of love, peace and rock 'n' roll seems more relevant today than ever. This cast is an amazing ensemble of truly great talent. I can't thank FOX Entertainment and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment enough for their support and especially the band — Rudolf, Klaus and Matthias — for believing in us and trusting us to tell their life story.' Wind of Change is set for a 2025 theatrical debut, though no specific date has been announced yet. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Iconic '80s Rock Band Biopic Announces Star-Studded Cast first appeared on Parade on Jun 27, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Record
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Oscar wins, tragic deaths and huge success for The Wire cast now
The actors have gone on to enjoy varied careers since the show ended Over 17 years later, The Wire continues to be celebrated as one of the finest crime drama TV series ever produced. First gracing our screens in June 2002, The Wire garnered immense popularity, airing for 60 episodes on HBO until 2008, and finding a home in the UK on FX and subsequently BBC Two. Each series introduced a different city institution and its relationship with law enforcement, whilst continuing storylines and characters from previous series. Since the hit series wrapped up, some of its actors have retired from acting, others have bagged major awards, and some have sadly passed away. Let's take a look at what happened to The Wire cast after the series concluded: Dominic West – Jimmy McNulty Dominic West's portrayal of Detective Jimmy McNulty in The Wire was his breakout role. Post-series, he starred in The Affair, earning a Golden Globe nomination, and portrayed Prince Charles in The Crown, reports the Mirror US. He also took on the role of Jean Valjean in the 2018 BBC miniseries adaptation of Les Misérables. Dominic has appeared in films such as Chicago, 300, The Square, Tomb Raider, and Downton Abbey: A New Era. In 2024, he was appointed as the new ambassador of Julian House, a Bath-based charity supporting vulnerable individuals. Idris Elba – Russell 'Stringer' Bell Idris Elba, who first rose to fame in The Wire, is arguably its biggest star. He later took on the role of DCI John Luther in Luther, played Nelson Mandela in Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, and featured in films such as Beasts of No Nation, American Gangster, and the Thor series. In 2025, he fronted the BBC documentary Idris Elba: Our Knife Crime Crisis, addressing the UK's escalating knife crime issue and exploring potential solutions. Beyond acting, Idris is also recognised for his work as a DJ under the alias DJ Big Driis and as an R&B singer. He was crowned the Sexiest Man Alive in 2018 by People Magazine, and co-owns the Kiro Race Formula E team. Michael B. Jordan – Wallace One of Michael B. Jordan's earliest roles was as Wallace in The Wire. He gained further acclaim in Friday Night Lights, Chronicle, and Fruitvale Station. He also starred as Adonis Creed in the Creed franchise - a spin-off of the Rocky films - and as Erik Killmonger in Black Panther and its sequel. In 2025, he took on dual roles in the film Sinners, portraying twin brothers Smoke and Stack Moore. The film, directed by Ryan Coogler, blends historical drama with supernatural horror and has been lauded for its unique narrative and visual style. In 2022, Michael became a minority owner at Premier League side AFC Bournemouth - even designing two limited-edition kits for the team. Maestro Harrell – Melvin 'Cheese' Wagstaff Maestro Harrell, known for his role as Cheese in The Wire, has since appeared in shows like The Deuce and films such as Trainwreck and Keanu. Not just an actor, Maestro is also a musician, making waves in the EDM scene with tracks like For You and Which One Which. In 2024, he lent his voice to the character Inaki in Mufasa: The Lion King. Amy Ryan – Beatrice 'Beadie' Russell Amy Ryan, who portrayed Beadie Russell in The Wire, received an Academy Award nomination for her role in Gone Baby Gone and is also recognised for playing Holly Flax in The Office. She has graced the silver screen in films like Birdman, Bridge of Spies, and Central Intelligence. In 2023, she took on the role of Grace in Ari Aster's psychological horror film Beau Is Afraid. John Doman – Major William Rawls John Doman, who played the ambitious and politically-savvy Major William Rawls in The Wire, has since taken on significant roles such as Rodrigo Borgia in Borgia, Senator Ross Garrison in Person of Interest, and Helen's father in The Affair. He also appeared as Bishop Charles Eddis in House of Cards and as the U.S. Ambassador to Germany in Berlin Station. In the gaming world, he voiced Caesar in Fallout: New Vegas. Michael K. Williams – Omar Little Michael K. Williams, acclaimed for his role as Omar Little, the principled stick-up man in The Wire, went on to star as Albert 'Chalky' White in Boardwalk Empire, as well as featuring in films including 12 Years a Slave and Inherent Vice. Michael was also recognised for his advocacy work, including hosting the Vice series Black Market, which explored underground economies. He tragically passed away in 2021 at the age of 54 due to an accidental drug overdose. Aidan Gillen – Tommy Carcetti Aidan Gillen brought to life the ambitious politician Tommy Carcetti in The Wire. Following the series, he gained further fame as the cunning Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish in Game of Thrones. Aidan also starred as Aberama Gold in Peaky Blinders and as Frank Kinsella in the Irish crime drama Kin, which premiered in 2021. It has been renewed for a third season. Reg E. Cathey – Norman Wilson Reg E. Cathey portrayed Norman Wilson, the seasoned political operative in The Wire. He later won an Emmy Award for his role as Freddy Hayes in House of Cards. Reg also appeared in series like Grimm, Outcast, and Luke Cage, where he played James Lucas. He sadly died in 2018 at the age of 59. Tom McCarthy – Scott Templeton Tom McCarthy played the ambitious journalist Scott Templeton in the final season of The Wire. Beyond acting, Tom is a successful filmmaker, having directed and co-written Spotlight, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2016. He also directed Stillwater in 2021 and served as an executive producer and director on Netflix's 13 Reasons Why. Lance Reddick – Cedric Daniels Lance Reddick, known for his role as the upright Lt. Cedric Daniels in The Wire, also starred as Charon in the John Wick film series and appeared in shows like Fringe, Bosch, and Resident Evil. In addition to his on-screen roles, Lance lent his voice to video game characters such as Commander Zavala in Destiny and Sylens in Horizon Zero Dawn. He passed away in March 2023 at the age of 60. His performance as Zeus in the Percy Jackson series was released posthumously, earning him a nomination for the Children's and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Performer. He also makes a posthumous appearance in this year's From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. Seth Gilliam – Ellis Carver Seth Gilliam portrayed Officer Ellis Carver in The Wire, a character who grew from a green cop to a seasoned leader. He later played Father Gabriel Stokes in The Walking Dead and had a recurring role in Teen Wolf. Seth continues to work in television and film.
Daily Mirror
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
The Wire cast now from huge success to utter tragedy
The Wire cast featured faces who were relatively unknown at the time Over 17 years later, The Wire continues to be celebrated as one of the finest crime drama TV series ever produced. First gracing our screens in June 2002, The Wire garnered immense popularity, airing 60 episodes on HBO until 2008, and finding a home in the UK on FX and subsequently BBC Two. Each season spotlighted a different city institution and its interaction with law enforcement, whilst maintaining storylines and characters from previous seasons. Since the hit series wrapped up, some of its actors have retired from acting, others have bagged major awards, and some have sadly passed away. Let's take a look at what became of The Wire cast after the series concluded: Dominic West – Jimmy McNulty Dominic West's portrayal of Detective Jimmy McNulty in The Wire was his breakthrough role. Post-series, he starred in The Affair, earning a Golden Globe nomination, and played Prince Charles in The Crown, reports the Mirror US. He also embodied Jean Valjean in the 2018 BBC miniseries adaptation of Les Misérables. Dominic has featured in films such as Chicago, 300, The Square, Tomb Raider, and Downton Abbey: A New Era. In 2024, he was named as the new ambassador of Julian House, a Bath-based charity supporting vulnerable individuals. Idris Elba – Russell 'Stringer' Bell Idris Elba, arguably the most prominent star to emerge from The Wire, later took on roles such as DCI John Luther in Luther, Nelson Mandela in Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, and featured in films like Beasts of No Nation, American Gangster, and the Thor series. In 2025, he fronted the BBC documentary Idris Elba: Our Knife Crime Crisis, addressing the escalating issue of knife crime in the UK and exploring potential solutions. Beyond his acting career, Idris is also recognised for his work as a DJ under the alias DJ Big Driis and as an R&B singer. He was crowned the Sexiest Man Alive in 2018 by People Magazine, and co-owns the Kiro Race Formula E team. Michael B. Jordan – Wallace One of Michael B. Jordan's earliest roles was as Wallace in The Wire. He later gained further acclaim in Friday Night Lights, Chronicle, and Fruitvale Station. He also starred as Adonis Creed in the Creed franchise - a spin-off of the Rocky films - and as Erik Killmonger in Black Panther and its sequel. In 2025, he showcased his versatility in the film Sinners, portraying twin brothers Smoke and Stack Moore. The film, directed by Ryan Coogler, blends historical drama with supernatural horror and has been lauded for its unique narrative and visual style. In 2022, Michael became a minority owner at Premier League side AFC Bournemouth - even designing two limited-edition kits for the team. Maestro Harrell – Melvin 'Cheese' Wagstaff Maestro Harrell, who played Cheese in The Wire, has since appeared in shows like The Deuce and films such as Trainwreck and Keanu. He's also made a name for himself in the EDM scene with tracks like For You and Which One Which. Amy Ryan – Beatrice 'Beadie' Russell Amy Ryan, who portrayed Beadie Russell in The Wire, earned an Academy Award nomination for her role in Gone Baby Gone and is also recognised for playing Holly Flax in The Office. She has starred in films like Birdman, Bridge of Spies, and Central Intelligence. In 2023, she took on the role of Grace in Ari Aster's psychological horror film Beau Is Afraid. John Doman – Major William Rawls John Doman, who played the ambitious and politically astute Major William Rawls in The Wire, has since taken on significant roles such as Rodrigo Borgia in Borgia, Senator Ross Garrison in Person of Interest, and Helen's father in The Affair. He also featured as Bishop Charles Eddis in House of Cards and as the U.S. Ambassador to Germany in Berlin Station. In the gaming world, he voiced Caesar in Fallout: New Vegas. Michael K. Williams – Omar Little Michael K. Williams, who won acclaim for his role as Omar Little, the principled stick-up man in The Wire, went on to star as Albert 'Chalky' White in Boardwalk Empire, as well as in films including 12 Years a Slave and Inherent Vice. Michael was also recognised for his advocacy work, notably hosting the Vice series Black Market, which explored underground economies. He tragically passed away in 2021 at the age of 54 due to an accidental drug overdose. Aidan Gillen – Tommy Carcetti Aidan Gillen brought to life the ambitious politician Tommy Carcetti in The Wire. Post-series, he gained further fame as the cunning Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish in Game of Thrones. Aidan also featured as Aberama Gold in Peaky Blinders and as Frank Kinsella in the Irish crime drama Kin, which debuted in 2021. The show has been renewed for a third season. Reg E. Cathey – Norman Wilson Reg E. Cathey portrayed Norman Wilson, the experienced political operative in The Wire. He later won an Emmy Award for his role as Freddy Hayes in House of Cards. Reg also had roles in series such as Grimm, Outcast, and Luke Cage, where he played James Lucas. He sadly died in 2018 at the age of 59. Tom McCarthy – Scott Templeton Tom McCarthy took on the role of ambitious journalist Scott Templeton in the final season of The Wire. Beyond acting, Tom is a successful filmmaker, having directed and co-written Spotlight, which clinched the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2016. He also directed Stillwater in 2021 and served as an executive producer and director on Netflix's 13 Reasons Why. Lance Reddick – Cedric Daniels Lance Reddick, known for his role as the upright Lt. Cedric Daniels in The Wire, also starred as Charon in the John Wick film series and appeared in shows like Fringe, Bosch, and Resident Evil. In addition to his on-screen roles, Lance lent his voice to video game characters such as Commander Zavala in Destiny and Sylens in Horizon Zero Dawn. He passed away in March 2023 at the age of 60. His posthumous performance as Zeus in the Percy Jackson series earned him a Children's and Family Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Performer. He also makes a posthumous appearance in this year's From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. Seth Gilliam – Ellis Carver Seth Gilliam portrayed Officer Ellis Carver in The Wire, a character who grew from a green cop into a seasoned leader. He later assumed the role of Father Gabriel Stokes in The Walking Dead and had a recurring part in Teen Wolf. Seth continues to be active in television and film.
