Lance Reddick's Wife, Stephanie, Speaks Out Following His Sudden Death

Following Lance Reddick's shocking death last week, many film stars have poured in tributes on social media. Reddick's wife, Stephanie, recently shared an emotional tribute to his Instagram, thanking fans for their support.

Keanu Reeves and "John Wick" director Chad Stahelski called the late Reddick their "beloved friend" in a tribute. In their joint statement, they revealed that they would be dedicating the upcoming fourth film to the late actor's memory. 

Read on to find out more.

On Friday morning, it was confirmed that Lance Reddick had died of natural causes and was found in his Studio City home. His wife, Stephanie Reddick, has now spoken up for the first time since his passing. The actor's widow shared a heartfelt tribute on his Instagram page, thanking fans and celebrities for their support since Reddick's tragic death.

The statement read, "Lance was taken from us far too soon. Thank you for all your overwhelming love, support and beautiful stories shared on these platforms over the last day. I see your messages and can't begin to express how grateful I am to have them."

Stephanie also thanked the "thousands of Destiny players" who recently paid a "special tribute" to Reddick in the game. She wrote, "And to the thousands of Destiny players who played in special tribute to Lance, thank you. Lance loved you as much as he loved the game."

She concluded her tribute: "Donations may be made to momcares.org in Baltimore, his hometown." Reddick and Stephanie had two kids, Yvonne, Nicole, and Christopher.

Reddick was popular for many roles, including his voice role of Commander Zavala in the shooter game, "Destiny." Bungie Inc, the game's creators, recently paid tribute to the fallen star, calling him an "iconic presence on screen, in Destiny and most importantly, in person."

The statement read, "His love for our community shined through in Commander Zavala, in his uncompromising dedication to his craft, and out of the radiating kindness that touched those around him. To say he will be missed is a profound understatement, yet no less true. Rest in peace, Lance."

Thousands of "Destiny" players also paid tribute to the Late Reddick by having an in-game meet-up. They came together at the location where his character could be found in the virtual game and saluted to their fallen commander.

Reddick's "John Wick" co-star, Keanu Reeves, and the film's director, Chad Stahelski, released a joint statement paying tribute to Reddick. In the statement, they called the "The Wire" star a "beloved friend" and a "consummate professional" that was always a "joy to work with."

Reeves and Stahelski also revealed that they're dedicating the upcoming "John Wick: Chapter 4" to Reddick's memory. Their statement further read, "Our love and prayers are with his wife Stephanie, his children, family and friends. We dedicate the film to his loving memory. We will miss him dearly."

At the time of his death, Reddick was busy with press tours for "John Wick 4," which premieres in theaters worldwide on March 24th. The "Angel Has Fallen" star was also meant to be at the film's recent New York premiere but was absent. Reeves and Stahelski plan to dedicate the fourth installment of the movie to Reddick.

After TMZ announced Reddick's passing, tributes began pouring in from actors and celebs that had worked with the late "John Wick" star. Actor Ben Stiller wrote that Reddick was a "beautiful and compelling actor. And a beautiful person."

Stiller shared on Twitter that Reddick had worked with his mother, Anne Meara, in "Afterplay" and that he was "exquisite in that and all he did." Actress Halle Berry also paid tribute to Reddick with an Instagram post saying that he lit up every room he entered and he "will be missed."

Berry added, "I send my heartfelt condolences to the family and all those who knew and loved Lance. I'll never forget the huge smile and heartfelt hug Lance gave me as I walked on the set of John Wick for the first time… Heaven has another angel. You will be missed sweet friend."