The Wire star Lance Reddick dies just days before release of new John Wick film

EXCLUSIVE: Filming has begun on location in Italy and Morocco on virus thriller Cold Storage with Smile star Sosie Bacon joining Joe Keery (Stranger Things), Liam Neeson (Taken) and Georgina Campbell (Barbarian). The Crown star and Oscar nominee Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) is in final talks to join.

John Wick: Chapter 4 landed in cinemas last week, with Keanu Reeves reprising the titular role once again on the big screen.Directed by Chad Stahelski and written by Shay Hatten and Michael Finch, the action-thriller follows Wick as he “uncovers a path to defeating the High Table”.“But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe and forces that turn old friends into foes,” a synopsis about the new movie adds.You can watch the trailer for John Wick: Chapter 4 below.The John Wick franchise currently consists of four movies. The series kicked off with John Wick in October 2014, before John Wick: Chapter 2 followed in February 2017 – both films were written by Derek Kolstad and directed by Stahelski (with the original also featuring co-director David Leitch).John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum was then released in May 2019 with Stahelski once again directing, while the script was handled by Kolstad, Shay Hatten, Chris Collins and Marc Abrams.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter As it rolls the dice at the weekend box office, “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” is aiming to emerge victorious over last weekend’s champion “John Wick: Chapter 4.” A natural 20 isn’t guaranteed, but Paramount and eOne’s adaptation of the popular role-playing game is hoping to collect $30 million to $40 million from 3,850 North American locations. It’ll be a close race for first place between that and the fourth “John Wick,” which topped the box office with $73.5 million and looks to add about $36 million in its sophomore outing. Internationally, “Dungeons & Dragons” is opening in 58 markets, where it’s aiming for $25 million or more.

Keanu Reeves has named Canadian pop group Alvvays as one of his favourite bands right now.Speaking to NME, the John Wick: Chapter 4 actor opened up about his fondness for the indie group, but admitted he’s still yet to buy their latest album, ‘Blue Rev’, on LP.“I don’t have their new record. I bought it digitally, but I don’t have it on vinyl,” said Reeves.Joking that ‘Blue Rev’ is his “favourite album to be”, he added: “Can I say that? Because I love that band.”Explaining why they’re currently one of his favourite groups, the actor said: “I like me a good pop song and I like me a kind of inventiveness in it.

Rina Sawayama has announced an upcoming North American tour kicking off this June.The ‘This Hell’ singer took to social media on Tuesday (March 28), confirming that the Hold The Girl Reloaded tour will see her perform 12 shows between June 9 and October 9. The run will include festival sets as well as headlining concerts.Check out the complete list of tour dates below.A post shared by Rina Sawayama (@rinasonline)Pre-sale tickets will go sale today (March 29) at 10am local time, while general tickets go on sale on Friday (March 31) at 10am local time.

Donnie Yen has claimed that Quentin Tarantino made Bruce Lee “cartoonish” in his film, Once Upon A Time In… Hollywood.Indeed, John Wick: Chapter 4 star Yen has said that there was nothing flattering about Tarantino’s version of the deceased Enter The Dragon star on-screen in 2019 movie. The movie may have been an Oscar winner, but Mike Moh’s depiction of Lee cast the Jeet Kune Do master as being pompous on set – and getting beaten up by Brad Pitt’s Cliff Booth.“Everybody is entitled to their opinions.

“John Wick: Chapter 4” is officially the most successful film in the franchise.

EXCLUSIVE: The John Wick franchise has flourished in its post theatrical market, and strong the Keanu Reeves action series will remain in that sector.

Fans of American rock band Saliva are in mourning.

“John Wick: Chapter 4” is set to debut this weekend, and box office projections for the latest outing in the Keanu Reeves action franchise are through the roof.

Keanu Reeves is remembering his co-star fondly.

Keanu Reeves is reflecting on the life and legacy of his friend and co-star Lance Reddick, following the actor's untimely death.Reeves walked the red carpet at the premiere of , held at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood on Monday, where everyone wore blue ribbon pins in Reddick's memory, and his name was displayed first and upfront on the marquee.Reeves spoke with ET's Nischelle Turner about Reddick — who appeared in all four films in the franchise as hotel concierge Charon — and was also slated to appear in the upcoming spinoff film, «Lance is a very beautiful person and special artist,» an emotional Reeves shared of his late colleague. «His grace and dignity, his shining light of character was just something really special.»Reddick's rep confirmed the news of his death to ET on Mar. 17, stating that he «passed away suddenly this morning from natural causes.» He was 60.Looking at his time with Reddick, Reeves shared, "[I am] really grateful I had the chance to know him and work with him over almost 10 years.«The moving words echoes Reeves' tribute, which he shared shortly after news of Reddick's death first broke, alongside director Chad Stahelski.»We are deeply saddened and heartbroken at the loss of our beloved friend and colleague Lance Reddick," the pair said in their statement.

Lance Reddick was on everyone’s mind as they descended on the TCL Chinese Theatre for the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4 on Monday (March 20) in Hollywood, Calif.

Lance Reddick died on March 17, days before the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4 where the actor reprises his role of Charon. During the red carpet event for the film, Keanu Reeves remembered his co-star highlighting his qualities.

Lance Reddick passed away at 60. The actor is known for his roles in John Wick and The Wire.TMZ reported Reddick passed away in his home in Studio City. The cause of death is unclear, but appears to be from natural causes.

A TikTok star and mum-of-two shared a heartbreaking last photo with her two sons just days before her tragic and unexpected death.

Doncaster mum, who had a "kind and genuine soul", died "unexpectedly" on Friday, March 17. She had previously spoken about suffering from migraines and "bouts of illness" and told her followers on March 5 that she had been diagnosed with optic neuritis a few months earlier. Just days before her death, Jehane shared that she had endured a "really challenging week" both physically and mentally.

they said in a joint statement to E! News. “He was the consummate professional and a joy to work with.”They continued, “Our love and prayers are with his wife Stephanie, his children, family and friends.

John Wick: Chapter 4 director Chad Stahelski has defended the film’s large runtime, saying that it’s “what we feel is a good movie”.The fourth film in the Keanu Reeves-starring franchise hits UK cinemas next week (March 24), debuting around the US three days later.After the film was confirmed to have a huge runtime of 169 minutes, some have questioned the length of the film.Talking to Digital Spy, Stahelski defended the decision, saying: “If that’s the critique, we’ll take it.“I don’t think we’ve ever concerned ourselves, we just watch the movie,” he added. “I think it’s the length that we feel is the best version of the movie.“We’ve tried longer, we’ve tried much shorter.

READ MORE: Joan Collins branded 'sexier than ever' as she shares bedroom photo"We dedicate the film to his loving memory. We will miss him dearly. "Film industry giant Lionsgate, which is the studio behind the hit franchise, said in a statement: "The world of Wick would not be what it is without Lance Reddick and the unparalleled depth he brought to Charon's humanity and unflappable charisma.