'We are forever': James Ransone’s widow Jamie McPhee pens emotional note with pregnancy photo after 'The Wire's actor's tragic death

TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains mention of death by suicide, substance abuse and sexual abuse. Reader dicretion is advised.

The entertainment world was in for a shock after learning about the tragic passing of actor James Ransone. The versatile actor was known for his performances in 'The Wire', 'Sinister', and 'It Chapter Two'. Ransone, aged 46, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Los Angeles. He is survived by his wife, Jamie McPhee and their two kids, Jack and Violet.

James Ransone's cause of death

According to reports, The Los Angeles Medical Examiner has officially confirmed the cause of Ransone's death as suicide by hanging.

Jamie McPhee posts an emotional note

After the tragic news, Ransone’s wife, Jamie McPhee, took to her social media handle. She shared an emotional note with a poignant throwback picture from her pregnancy. McPhee reflected on their bond and the family that they had built together.

McPhee wrote, "I told you I have loved you 1000 times before, and I know I will love you again," McPhee wrote. "You told me—I need to be more like you, and you need to be more like me—and you were so right. Thank you for giving me the greatest gifts—you, Jack and Violet. We are forever."

Fans and colleagues alike, flocked in the comments section to offer condolences to Jamie McPhee and their two children, Jack and Violet.

More about James Ransone

James Ransone, bron in 1979 in Baltimore began acting in 2001. Over the course of time, Ransone had earned a rare penchant to portray complex and troubled characters. In 2003, he played the role of Ziggy Sobotka in HBO's 'The Wire', that earned him critical acclaim. Other acclaimed roles include adult Eddie Kaspbrak in 'It Chapter Two,' Sean Baker’s 'Tangerine' and the horror film, 'Sinister'.

Jame Ransone had opened up to being a survivor of childhood sexual abuse in 2021. He had penned a lengthy Instagram post, detailing the traumatic incident from 1993, involving a former Math tutor. He had also revealed how the trauma of this "lifetime of shame" had led to heroin addiction and alcoholism. After achieving sobriety in 2006, Ransone had become an advocate for recovery and mental health.

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