Bobby J. Brown, the actor known for portraying Baltimore police officer Bobby Brown on HBO’s The Wire, has died at the age of 62 following a barn fire in Maryland.
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Bobby J. Brown’s cause of Death Confirmed.
Brown’s daughter told THNEWS that her father died on Wednesday from smoke inhalation. According to her statement, he was attempting to jump-start a vehicle when the barn suddenly caught fire.
The incident is being described as an accident. Brown’s wife, Arlene, was also injured in the fire and reportedly suffered burns.
Breaking: The Wire Actor Bobby J. Brown Dies at 62 in a Maryland Barn Fire. pic.twitter.com/yktMvi6aOZ
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Bobby J. Brown’s Role on The Wire.
Created by David Simon, The Wire aired for five seasons from 2002 to 2008 and remains one of HBO’s most critically acclaimed dramas. Brown appeared in 12 of the show’s 60 episodes during its run.
His character, Officer Bobby Brown, was said to be a tribute to a real-life Western District patrolman named Bob Brown. Though not a main cast member, his appearances contributed to the show’s gritty and realistic portrayal of Baltimore law enforcement.
Brown’s passing marks another loss connected to the iconic crime series, which continues to hold a lasting legacy in television history.
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