&imwidth=800&imheight=600&format=webp&quality=medium "James Ransone passes away at 46, what was the cause of It: Chapter Two actor's death?")
James Ransone, known for The Wire and It: Chapter Two, has passed away at the age of 46. Reportedly, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner died on Friday, and the cause of death has been ruled as suicide.
James Ransone's cause of death
According to TMZ, the actor was found dead at his Los Angeles home, and the LA Police officials confirmed that no foul play was suspected during the investigation of the incident.
Who was James Ransone?
Trending Stories
)
Xi Jinping's new AI bloc: China launches 'World AI Body' with Pakistan and Russia in, India out
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Why the S-400 uses solid rocket fuel instead of liquid fuel
)
Explained: Why Rodri won the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball over Lionel Messi
)
Japan is selling a refrigerator to cool the human body for Rs 9 lakh. It is already a hit in Tokyo
)
Lip reader reveals what Donald Trump told every Spain and Argentina player after FIFA World Cup final during medal ceremony
)
Sonam Wangchuk's connection with George Soros and Ford Foundation explained!
)
'There is no need for...': PM Modi takes a veiled dig at Rahul Gandhi, sends big message amid Parliament March
)
FACT CHECK: Was Abhijit Dipke detained during CJP's Parliament march? Here's what police say
)
UP BTech gold medalist dies by suicide after failing in nearly 50 govt job attempts, leaves note for father
)
Jail over Khamenei post: J&K youth returns home after 3 months in Saudi custody
)
'Now come to us': CJP resumes protest after Parliament march violence, calls meeting with Nadda 'waste of time'
)
Salman Khan breaks silence on health concerns after viral Mumbai appearance
)
'George Soros playbook': Understanding the foreign funding network around Sonam Wangchuk
)
Indus treaty can no longer function in its current form, says India; plans 5,500 mw of new J&K hydro projects
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
New OTT releases this week (July 20-26, 2026): Musafir Cafe, Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya, 72 Hours- 5 new titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video and more
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
2026 FIFA World Cup awards: Full list of Golden Boot, Golden Ball, Golden Glove and every major winner
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
FIFA World Cup 2026 team of the tournament: The best XI that ruled football’s biggest stage
)
'What is wrong...': Anna Hazare breaks silence on Sonam Wangchuk's protest, makes an appeal to Centre
)
Truck loaded with stones, metro stations closed: What's happening at Jantar Mantar now
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Why US fighter jets use seamless bubble canopies compared to Russian jets
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Why the F-22’s cockpit glass is thicker than a standard fighter jet
)
Student union leaders call off hunger strike at Jantar Mantar after civil society appeal, but protest continues
)
'Guru is the...': Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan shares message on education amid calls for his resignation
)
'We acted immediately...': Indian PM Modi breaks silence on paper leaks as NEET protest, calls for Education Minister's resignation grows
The actor gained recognition with the role of Chester “Ziggy” Sobotka in season two of The Wire, created by David Simon. His performance as the troubled dock worker gave him a fan following, and he once again collaborated with the filmmaker in the HBO miniseries Generation Kill, in which he portrayed Marine Corporal Josh Ray Person.
James Ransone's recent works
The younger generations know him through Andy Muschietti’s It: Chapter Two, where he played the role of the adult version of Eddie Kaspbrak. Fans loved him for his skills to bring vulnerability and emotional depth to complex characters. His other notable works include Sinister, Sinister 2, Tangerine, Spike Lee’s remake of Oldboy, The Black Phone, and its sequel, which was Ransone's last film appearance. On television, he featured in shows like Poker Face, Law & Order, Hawaii Five-0, SEAL Team, and The First.
As soon as the news of his demise surfaced, fans and his industry colleagues flooded social media with tributes.
Did James Ransone have mental health issues?
Ransone was born in Baltimore in 1979 and attended the Carver Center for Arts and Technology in Maryland. He began his acting career with small roles before landing to The Wire. In his past interviews, he has opened up about his struggles with mental health, childhood trauma, and substance addiction.
James Ransone is survived by his wife, Jamie McPhee, and their two children.
