Sad news for fans of “The Wire,” Robert F. Chew, who is best known for being Proposition Joe on the hit show has died. Chew was found in his Baltimore apartment on Thursday. The actor reportedly died from cardiovascular disease due to being morbidly obese. Chew had practically no acting experience before he landed the gig on “The Wire” that lasted 5 years. Read more below.

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Jamie Hector, who portrayed Marlo on “The Wire” was the first one to react to Chew’s death saying, “didn’t want to believe this #RIP Robert F Chew, Prop Joe will always be remembered Robert Chew will always be loved and missed!”

RIP, Robert F. Chew!