Widely-expected to win his first Emmy in the coming weeks for his role in another HBO drama, “Lovecraft Country,” Michael K. Williams was not only known for his acting, but also as an advocate for criminal justice reform and substance abuse, using his platform to break the stigma surrounding addiction.

Tamron Hall opened Season 3 of her nationally-syndicated show with a moving tribute to the celebrated actor who came to prominence in his role as Omar Little in iconic HBO series, “The Wire.”