Al Brown, the actor best known for playing Col. Stan Valchek on “The Wire,” passed away Friday after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 83 years old.
“I am sad to let you know that angels came for Al yesterday morning, Friday, January 13, 2023,” Al’s talent manager posted on the actor’s Facebook account Saturday. “May his memory be a blessing to his family, his friends, and each of you. This page will remain as a testimony to Al’s work and love for his fans.”
Brown’s daughter, Jenny, told TMZ that the actor passed in Las Vegas due to complications with Alzheimer’s.