Michael K. Williams Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

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  • @PerfectlySpicy
    @PerfectlySpicy 3 года назад +372

    I can't believe he is gone. Such a warm, fascinating, intelligent, gifted person. He will be extremely missed.

    • @peggyharper2514
      @peggyharper2514 3 года назад +6

      So hard to believe
      Also an the way he died.. really will be greatly missed
      OMAR 4 LIFE

    • @empresserica
      @empresserica 3 года назад +3

      INDEED! RIP

    • @peggyharper2514
      @peggyharper2514 3 года назад +2

      It just is unreal. OMAR
      Always will be remembered

  • @FineYungCannibal.
    @FineYungCannibal. 3 года назад +258

    Can't believe he has died. What a guy. Omar is one of the best characters ever on one of the best shows ever. RIP.

    • @edithcarter3554
      @edithcarter3554 3 года назад +4

      😢

    • @dojadidit1481
      @dojadidit1481 3 года назад

      🧢

    • @Bj_mc31
      @Bj_mc31 3 года назад

      Heroin overdose?

    • @harlemsha
      @harlemsha 3 года назад +4

      @@dojadidit1481 Go somewhere a fall off a cliff. Nobody cares that you said “cap”, so what if it is. You not gonna do anything about it. So oh well, it can be the greatest cap of all time if it wanted to, What are YOU gonna do about it? NOTHING.
      SO now tht thats established, since a wuss doesnt pay his respects to a dead man, RIP MICHAEL K WILLIAMS. YOU TOUCHED US ALL WITH YOUR GREAT ACTING💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽 GOD I PRAY HE IN HEAVEN

    • @dojadidit1481
      @dojadidit1481 3 года назад

      @@harlemsha well looks like u care I wrote a hole book 😂 u didn’t have to comment yk that right dummy

  • @LeBeautiful
    @LeBeautiful 4 года назад +1316

    The white beard Ice cold 🥶

    • @Numba12Cede
      @Numba12Cede 4 года назад +9

      B L ICE COLD

    • @soulrebel6309
      @soulrebel6309 4 года назад +4

      @@Numba12Cede Alright Alright Alright Alright!! OK now ladies!!....

    • @TokurErdem
      @TokurErdem 4 года назад

      fr fr man Hot

    • @syed2194
      @syed2194 4 года назад

      @Akam Killa He been around for longer than 5 years lol

    • @tfklijay4056
      @tfklijay4056 4 года назад

      LeBeautiful the legend is back again

  • @jpm9628
    @jpm9628 3 года назад +173

    Such an absolutely brilliant actor and fascinating person. What a tragic loss. RIP.

    • @Bj_mc31
      @Bj_mc31 3 года назад

      Junkie

    • @jpm9628
      @jpm9628 3 года назад +7

      @@Bj_mc31 fix your heart

    • @tb-sd7ff
      @tb-sd7ff 3 года назад +1

      He was killed he didn’t OD

  • @kayladugue7544
    @kayladugue7544 4 года назад +514

    His voice is so nice. He would be a great podcast host

  • @mollspice7
    @mollspice7 3 года назад +82

    rest in love, made an incredible mark on the world that will not soon be forgotten

    • @Bj_mc31
      @Bj_mc31 3 года назад

      A junkie

  • @GKJusticar55
    @GKJusticar55 4 года назад +983

    He's one of the guys that, kinda like Woody Harrelson, when you see him part of a cast of any movie you go "Oh let me check this movie out."

    • @nickcabrera3087
      @nickcabrera3087 4 года назад +31

      I don’t do that with Woody Harrelson

    • @Nikp117
      @Nikp117 4 года назад +17

      @@nickcabrera3087 you're asleep then

    • @nickcabrera3087
      @nickcabrera3087 4 года назад +5

      @@Nikp117 Nah I’m just not a sheep who mindlessly worships celebrities. He has great movies, sure, but that doesn’t mean his every project is fantastic or worth my time. Movies are the collaborative effort of an entire studio, not just it’s lead actor. I doubt Harrelson can ensure every movie he plays in is a masterpiece.

    • @jortdraaisma
      @jortdraaisma 4 года назад +51

      @@nickcabrera3087 he just said it's enough to go "Let me check this out", not that every Woody Harrelson movie is a masterpiece

    • @klorglork6917
      @klorglork6917 4 года назад +2

      @@nickcabrera3087 Thanks for contributing

  • @littlemissdo-it-myself
    @littlemissdo-it-myself 3 года назад +95

    Rest In Peace to one of the most iconic and impactful actors the Black community has seen. His storytelling abilities are truly unmatched. He will be so missed.

    • @itzbp9949
      @itzbp9949 Год назад

      Not just the black community I thought he was awesome and I'm white

  • @sdarkly
    @sdarkly 3 года назад +66

    RIP. This video just shows what a committed actor he was. The world deserved more great performances, but we all are blessed that we got the ones we did.

  • @Jimmy1982Playlists
    @Jimmy1982Playlists 3 года назад +24

    My god, I can't believe he's gone... it's almost impossible to wrap my head around the immensity of this loss. Artist, advocate, and human being... this video, and his documentary series _Raised In The System,_ show how huge his heart was and the immensity of his soul.

  • @DeltaEcho303
    @DeltaEcho303 4 года назад +88

    His portrayal of Chalky White in Boardwalk Empire was incredible. The scene with the Klansman and his father's woodworking tools is iconic to the series.

    • @rob_3417
      @rob_3417 4 года назад +13

      I ain't building no bookcase

    • @darnellsmith363
      @darnellsmith363 4 года назад +7

      "These my daddy tool's"

    • @zakrowe1301
      @zakrowe1301 4 года назад +3

      Great scene, I cant remember but wasnt that his introduction aswell?

    • @zakrowe1301
      @zakrowe1301 4 года назад +5

      Another great scene is when hes in jail and he has those guys beat up purnsley

    • @abeck7929
      @abeck7929 3 года назад +3

      @@zakrowe1301 yes it was his introduction. Amazing scene!

  • @johnwalker9168
    @johnwalker9168 3 года назад +35

    can’t believe he is an ancestor now.. we losing all the great ones . thank you for your art of characters that you gave to the culture. 🕊🕊

  • @trefen2534
    @trefen2534 4 года назад +69

    His performance in When They See Us was so powerful

  • @sweetazzpiew8490
    @sweetazzpiew8490 3 года назад +16

    My heart is heavy, I been all over RUclips watching Mike in movies, interviews, and documentaries..He was a awesome Actor/artist, a beautiful dark brown man!! Rest Easy Bruh 💔👑✊🏾🕊️ 1966-2021

    • @TASHAS_CROWN
      @TASHAS_CROWN 3 года назад +2

      I thought I was the only one doing that....

  • @toragirl2189
    @toragirl2189 3 года назад +16

    Can't believe he is gone. He was amazing at what he do! You will truly be missed.

  • @wsTGS
    @wsTGS 4 года назад +25

    I could listen to this man speak for hours.

  • @eepdoesstuff
    @eepdoesstuff 3 года назад +19

    Quite literally my favourite actor.
    I felt the power behind every single character he ever played.
    I hope he's doing better in the next place..whatever that may be.

  • @caleegirl
    @caleegirl 4 года назад +474

    This man is ageless. Even with the white beard he looks like he could be 30 or 40. I spent the whole video trying to guess his age.

    • @elyons83
      @elyons83 4 года назад +10

      40 yea

    • @nathenbosher1067
      @nathenbosher1067 4 года назад +5

      Wtf hes defs at least 40 50 bro ur tripin

    • @caleegirl
      @caleegirl 4 года назад +16

      @@nathenbosher1067 He’s 53.

    • @caleegirl
      @caleegirl 4 года назад +15

      @@elyons83 He is 53 but I could believe he’s much younger.

    • @suuud92
      @suuud92 4 года назад +14

      Black don't crack 🙂

  • @gr1mmy954
    @gr1mmy954 3 года назад +26

    "We are not leaving you behind, NO ONE GETS LEFT BEHIND"
    -Kimble Irish Graves (Battlefield 4)
    RIP Michael K Williams

  • @annaglenn4770
    @annaglenn4770 4 года назад +163

    He is a good actor. Check him out in Lovecraft Country.

    • @steffonstacy7801
      @steffonstacy7801 4 года назад +14

      Man that’s a underrated show

    • @morganheard9671
      @morganheard9671 4 года назад +6

      He’s amazing in it

    • @michaelcruz8312
      @michaelcruz8312 2 года назад

      When you say “good actor”, pray tell, is that your idea of being subtle? He has been magnificent and one of people’s favourites since The Wire.

  • @markanthony5719
    @markanthony5719 3 года назад +16

    I wish we saw more of him because he was just so raw and beautifully haunting. Thank God there are two movies that are already finished, we are not ready to let his amazingness go. 😔

  • @jetjet6560
    @jetjet6560 4 года назад +29

    What a legend. He carreis himself with such gravitas, what I wouldn't do to just talk with him for a few hours.

  • @Thecult_Leader
    @Thecult_Leader 4 года назад +551

    “Man,money ain’t got no owners,Only spenders”

    • @rojea2085
      @rojea2085 4 года назад +11

      i literally just watched that episode

    • @goodfella1820
      @goodfella1820 4 года назад +15

      Pretty sure these 45s beat a full house.

    • @Freegameteachings
      @Freegameteachings 4 года назад +9

      Oh INDEED.

    • @Thecult_Leader
      @Thecult_Leader 4 года назад +3

      Good Fella boy you want a hit on that body you best hop too

    • @goodfella1820
      @goodfella1820 4 года назад +1

      @The cult leader wear it in health.

  • @tamaqueen317
    @tamaqueen317 3 года назад +23

    Had no idea he was struggling, what sad , terrible news today 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 Rest in eternal peace, King 👑 thank you for providing us with such great characters like Omar. ❤️Never forgotten

    • @jermyhopkisn9654
      @jermyhopkisn9654 3 года назад +1

      Maybe he just enjoyed heroin

    • @oldugambino4336
      @oldugambino4336 3 года назад +3

      @@jermyhopkisn9654 he's literally talking about his pain in the video

  • @prathification
    @prathification 4 года назад +62

    This man hasn’t aged a day, he’s been amazing in everything I’ve seen him in. What an absolute talent.

    • @JdTV79
      @JdTV79 4 года назад +1

      He's 54. If it wasn't for the white beard, i'd think he's in his early 40s. PS: Yeah, I know, "black don't c...."

  • @malargrosis
    @malargrosis 4 года назад +21

    very well spoken and down to earth. Acting is his career; I love how serious he takes it.

  • @skoveche2k
    @skoveche2k 4 года назад +69

    i still hear the whistle every time i see him

  • @heyLORDitsme
    @heyLORDitsme 4 года назад +38

    This guy is 1000% AMAZING. He is one of the best black actors that we need to appreciate right now and not forget him. Love this guy.

  • @lakai5018
    @lakai5018 3 года назад +7

    I’m going to cry. Thank you for everything Michael.

  • @dreamergirlbaby
    @dreamergirlbaby 4 года назад +110

    He’s been getting that HBO bag for over a decade

  • @JacksonAllers
    @JacksonAllers 3 года назад +2

    Love you brother. We suffer the inequities of life with such loss. You were the dopeness! Rest in Love

  • @jordanriopka5978
    @jordanriopka5978 4 года назад +23

    What an intelligent, inspiring man.

  • @riccodacci
    @riccodacci 3 года назад +2

    I see ppl talking about his acting roles but I just wanna give him credit for him being in the communities showing ppl what black ppl like him go through that’s real ❤️💯

    • @1234KeithB
      @1234KeithB 2 года назад +1

      Black people don’t go through anything. Y’all so over dramatic like you’re cursed or being used or something it’s really weird

  • @tionak
    @tionak 4 года назад +27

    Lovecraft Country is epic and Michael, as usual, is phenomenal in it. I’m so glad I started watching. 👏🏾🙌🏾

  • @hayreddinbarbarossa661
    @hayreddinbarbarossa661 4 года назад +37

    One of the most criminally underrated actors ever.
    Omar comin'.

  • @teehlfx5238
    @teehlfx5238 4 года назад +14

    Such great insights into his characters and his journey. Really appreciate all the time Michael K. Williams took in talking about each experience and the truths he shared about his process. He was so present - I honestly felt like he was having a conversation with me and sharing all his wisdom. So good.

  • @laneythelame
    @laneythelame 4 года назад +33

    He needs more roles, such an immense talent

  • @christianmw1020
    @christianmw1020 4 года назад +216

    GQ didn't even warn us that Omar comin!

  • @chi-town296
    @chi-town296 3 года назад +1

    I love you Michael K Williams....dance like no one's watching...Rest In Peace ❤

  • @chrisgleason1344
    @chrisgleason1344 4 года назад +32

    As mesmerizing as any of his performances. To me, his Omar, is the greatest character, on the greatest ensemble, on the greatest show, ever made. Everything Micheal K. Williams does is just brilliant. One of our greatest actors.

  • @JBrotsis1
    @JBrotsis1 4 года назад +11

    I don’t cry often for movies, but I was definitely shedding tears for his role in The Road. Especially when he was left with nothing.

  • @j.franciscofrances7144
    @j.franciscofrances7144 4 года назад +23

    Omar Little is amongst the best characters ever written. What a gift for us all that was.

  • @Sweet_Karma
    @Sweet_Karma 4 года назад +20

    Chalky White and Omar Little!!!!! He was incredible in The Night Of as well

  • @raynames4107
    @raynames4107 4 года назад +7

    his energy is so divine

  • @NickonStark
    @NickonStark 4 года назад +32

    that face scar is badass.

  • @lamduannasingkharn7887
    @lamduannasingkharn7887 3 года назад +11

    We lost another great actor. May he Rest In Peace

  • @evita521
    @evita521 4 года назад +32

    Chalky White is one of my favorite t.v characters ever. His last episode was so sad.

  • @elyons83
    @elyons83 4 года назад +393

    Obama: Omar was my favorite character

    • @Okamiii7
      @Okamiii7 4 года назад +1

      No way where he said that

    • @elyons83
      @elyons83 4 года назад +11

      @@Okamiii7 look it up

    • @frankywilliam8073
      @frankywilliam8073 4 года назад +9

      Ghassan Eissa he did lol

    • @MG-xy2sd
      @MG-xy2sd 4 года назад +4

      elyons83 Did you see him as Chalky White? This man is truly underrated.

    • @alpacapines8553
      @alpacapines8553 4 года назад +3

      @@Okamiii7 he does an interview with David Simon the creator, I'd suggest watching that.

  • @leroystover1062
    @leroystover1062 5 месяцев назад +1

    Brooklyn soldier for life MICHEAL K WILLIAMS 😢❤ MISS U SON😢

  • @wonreebaemssap
    @wonreebaemssap 4 года назад +6

    Michael K. Williams is my favorite actor and I can't explain why. He's just... great.

    • @tionak
      @tionak 4 года назад +1

      You just explained it lol 👏🏾

  • @MEL-xn4yt
    @MEL-xn4yt 3 года назад +2

    It’s a great lesson & example to see someone so talented be so humble, honest & unguarded. He will be missed & he has left some large shoes to fill as well.

  • @wesshort7202
    @wesshort7202 4 года назад +4

    I love this man. Fearless, honest and open in his art.

  • @romans6405
    @romans6405 4 года назад +45

    Truthfully i think the fact he was nothing like Omar is what made the character one of the best of all time. It's easy to play a gangster as cold, hard, one dimensional, but he added that depth to everything he did.

  • @candigomez5382
    @candigomez5382 4 года назад +7

    He’s just insanely, immensely talented! Watching him act is a gift.

  • @elizabethchavez1345
    @elizabethchavez1345 3 года назад

    What a gem

  • @ZergrushEddie
    @ZergrushEddie 4 года назад +22

    Hap and Leonard is an amazing show. Was really bummed when it got the axe.

    • @Freewarrior2
      @Freewarrior2 4 года назад +2

      Yeah I liked the show too. And you get to see a more comedic side of him.

  • @facelesscarmy101
    @facelesscarmy101 Год назад

    Rewatching The Wire so coming back to this. RIP. A truly beautiful soul and person devoted to his craft.

  • @Radiant_Silverback
    @Radiant_Silverback 4 года назад +9

    He's one of those actors that lifts up everything he's in.

  • @cjwharton1
    @cjwharton1 4 года назад +1

    i don't see many people talking about Michael K. Williams's role in The Road (2009). he was only in it for bout 5min, but I cried like a baby for all 5. "you don't gotta do me like this, man" 😭

  • @Ded-Ede
    @Ded-Ede 3 года назад +10

    Dude. Why? There is already too much sadness in the world. Sure didn’t need this one today. Thanks for sharing your gift with us. Bummer :(

  • @A427-w2v
    @A427-w2v 4 года назад +3

    Michael K. Williams is one of my favorite character actors! One of the best breakdowns yet.

  • @nicholasellis5808
    @nicholasellis5808 4 года назад +162

    Bro so cold his hairline receding respectfully

    • @23ahndra
      @23ahndra 4 года назад +29

      Lmaoo! In a straight line like it got some sense!🤣🤣🤣

    • @treywaves511
      @treywaves511 4 года назад +1

      😂😂

    • @wasmon6
      @wasmon6 4 года назад

      😂😂😂😂

    • @emmaa5259
      @emmaa5259 4 года назад +1

      Respectfully 😂😂

    • @johnbarrientosiii6586
      @johnbarrientosiii6586 3 года назад +2

      It’s one of those hairlines that you don’t mind that’s receding. Like lightskins don’t have that luxury

  • @andreamoss2322
    @andreamoss2322 3 года назад

    Hes voice is soo soothing..I got 15 mins in & fell asleep for 3 hours.. its a compliment I swear

  • @jasonwilliams1713
    @jasonwilliams1713 4 года назад +7

    Give him his flowers 💐 NOW

  • @lindajones3165
    @lindajones3165 3 года назад

    Brilliant interview in his own words.Thank for sharing.Rest in Paradise 🕊️🙏🏾👐🏽💙my brother.Job well done.Rest easy Now.May the Family and Friends be comfort with Passion and Love in abundance.

  • @violetedge83
    @violetedge83 4 года назад +5

    Anytime I see Michael K. Williams, i watch 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

  • @teediggy1785
    @teediggy1785 4 года назад +3

    My boy Michael K Williams so dope all he does is amazing period he touches on all with such ease at least it seems that way to us. He did just school us on that god bless MKW PERIOD

  • @JamesSmith-rf8wo
    @JamesSmith-rf8wo 4 года назад +5

    What a nice and humble human being.

  • @514vor
    @514vor 4 года назад +163

    My G(Q), how y'all gonna leave out his role as Professor Kane in Community? "A man's gotta have a code" - I think about that line on the daily

    • @SparklePony3
      @SparklePony3 4 года назад +19

      What ever happened to LEGOs?

    • @santiagobauza4257
      @santiagobauza4257 4 года назад +16

      "You spent your life in the army. I spent mine in prison."

    • @1mzion
      @1mzion 4 года назад +6

      I thought that was a tongue and cheek reference to Omar. Or is your comment *whooshing* me?

    • @santiagobauza4257
      @santiagobauza4257 4 года назад +1

      @@1mzion Sorry mate, but whoooooooosh

    • @naratt4805
      @naratt4805 4 года назад +6

      514vor i’m here for Community comment

  • @_s1monsays
    @_s1monsays 3 года назад +3

    You will be sorely missed. R.I.P 💔

  • @trulydiamond
    @trulydiamond 4 года назад +9

    I love him dearly, he’s a gem 💘

  • @syntaac
    @syntaac 3 года назад +4

    R.I.P legend. we won't ever forget you.

  • @xXxGordO241xXx
    @xXxGordO241xXx 3 года назад +1

    RIP Omar little
    Micheal Kenneth Williams he was 54 years old.
    One of the best.
    *It's all in the game*

  • @venitarhodes511
    @venitarhodes511 4 года назад +3

    What a gem. Protect and uplift Michael K Williams at all costs.

  • @Amanning15007
    @Amanning15007 4 года назад +2

    I love this dude.... Open, honest, just a great actor

  • @charleneraymond4036
    @charleneraymond4036 4 года назад +3

    I could listen to him speak all day 💙

  • @BurritoMassacre
    @BurritoMassacre 4 года назад +6

    I love this man and his craft! This man is a treasure!

  • @garrygalloway5043
    @garrygalloway5043 3 года назад +11

    What a shame. I really liked this guy and had watched nearly everything that he had acted in. I do not know him but I still feel disappointed as if I would if he had been a friend. (RIP) 🙏

  • @pepsiwepsi1952
    @pepsiwepsi1952 3 года назад +1

    I’m in tears.

  • @ayoonine
    @ayoonine 4 года назад +21

    Michael K. Williams and Jeffrey Wright too powerful actors

  • @cjlimacher
    @cjlimacher 4 года назад +2

    Holy moly! That was powerful. I’m mesmerized. Thanks for this amazing insight.

  • @nadinegary7404
    @nadinegary7404 4 года назад +6

    I love this guy. Wow! Black Royalty. Wow! To understand your position and realize the value of passing it on. Thats some kind of man.

  • @NewZooYorker
    @NewZooYorker 3 года назад +2

    Rest in peace king, i will miss you deeply. One of the greatest actors of our generation.

  • @shaia9427
    @shaia9427 4 года назад +13

    Boardwalk Empire was definitely slept on. His roles have been iconic

    • @atate23
      @atate23 4 года назад

      Agreed

    • @kazkazzie3906
      @kazkazzie3906 3 года назад +1

      I agree. He was mesmerising. You just couldn't take your eyes off him and stole every scene. RIP Mr Williams.

    • @michaelcruz8312
      @michaelcruz8312 8 месяцев назад

      Underrated show, despite the fact that everything about it reeks of the iconic.

  • @MJ-dq8ik
    @MJ-dq8ik 10 месяцев назад +1

    Such a talented actor - Rest In Peace.

  • @neiljohnson5351
    @neiljohnson5351 3 года назад +4

    Massively underrated actor. Will be greatly missed. OMAR COMING!

  • @redflame44
    @redflame44 3 года назад

    Michael is one of the actors i love to watch on screen... whatever he's in... i'll watch it.... loved his character Omar in the wire.... amazing.... looking forward to all the great projects he will be part of!! :)

  • @theheartofablackbird2109
    @theheartofablackbird2109 4 года назад +4

    Incredible actor. One of my all time faves.

  • @luciannbrewer2441
    @luciannbrewer2441 3 года назад +1

    Never be another Michael K. Williams!

  • @kimberlybrown2664
    @kimberlybrown2664 4 года назад +5

    What a great interview!

  • @steini6771
    @steini6771 3 года назад

    What a great person! Thank you for what you gave us through the silver screen and your wise words on this platform. RIP -

  • @FunWithAJ
    @FunWithAJ 4 года назад +7

    Great interview. Very intelligent guy. Have major respect for him. Also read about how he was supposed to be Django but was dropped due to scheduling issues and then also Dryden Vos in a solo story (which he finished and completely voiced) but was scrapped after they got a new director for reshoots. Shame.

    • @Madbandit77
      @Madbandit77 3 года назад +1

      I heard he wanted the role but Tarantino wanted a big star as Django. Looking at Williams as Omar, I think he would have better because there's a powerful rawness to him.

  • @jermyhopkisn9654
    @jermyhopkisn9654 4 года назад +2

    He is so pure and brilliant.

  • @chrismessenger2392
    @chrismessenger2392 4 года назад +4

    Michael Williams is one of the best actors working today. Iconic characters. Absolutely.

  • @MrLakers92
    @MrLakers92 4 года назад +5

    He is so beautiful

  • @Westside90s313
    @Westside90s313 4 года назад +33

    Terrell: Yo Omar you bets to rollout. I’m up in here with the mac10.
    Omar: Oh no Terrell I thinks not.😂😂😂

    • @fp8575
      @fp8575 4 года назад +8

      Y'all might need to think this through and stop wasting my time. 'Cause Omar can come back tomorrow. And the next day. And the next day.

  • @lucilius-annaeus
    @lucilius-annaeus 4 года назад +4

    boardwalk empire is such an underrated and amazing show

  • @AlmTryThings
    @AlmTryThings 4 года назад +13

    That white beard suits him lowkey he's a few of those people who can pull it off forreal

  • @JabrielMcIntosh
    @JabrielMcIntosh 4 года назад +3

    Such an amazing actor! He'll always be "Omar" when I see him in movies.

  • @kenzobenzo9805
    @kenzobenzo9805 4 года назад +9

    realest actor ever.