Both actors were nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama (via toofab)
The British actor took to his Twitter on Monday to say he was"humbled" to receive such an honor and congratulated his"brilliant fellow nominees," after not appearing during the telecast.
He concluded,"But want to dedicate this to Michael K Williams, his performance as Omar in 'The Wire' is one of the great screen performances, he will be deeply missed. RIP🙏." Considered one of the great character actors, Williams made his mark in HBO's"The Wire" and"Boardwalk Empire." He also received Emmy nominations for his work in"Bessie,""The Night Of" and"When They See Us." On the film side, Williams also appeared in"12 Years a Slave,""Gone Baby Gone,""The Road,""Assassin's Creed" and the 2016"Ghostbusters" remake.
Williams was found dead in his Brooklyn apartment on Monday, September 6 due to a suspected overdose at the age of 54. His death occurred after the Emmy voting period was closed and the actor was considered a favorite to win.
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