James Ransone's cause of death has been confirmed following his untimely passing at the age of 46 last month. According to a death certificate, the actor tragically took his own life, as reported by People. Ransone's life was cut short on December 19 in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner had previously ruled his death an apparent suicide.
Two days after his untimely demise, Ransone's wife, Jamie, shared a poignant tribute on Instagram, reflecting on their relationship and family. In her heartfelt message, she wrote that she would love him again "in another life" and thanked him for giving her "the greatest gifts—you, Jack, and Violet," referring to their two children.
In the wake of Ransone's passing, a GoFundMe page was launched to support his family with expenses. The fundraiser described him as a "beloved husband, father, and friend," remembering him as funny, magnetic, and deeply devoted to his children.
Born on June 2, 1979, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Joyce Peterson and James Ransone II, the actor was best known for portraying Ziggy Sobotka on HBO's The Wire and for playing the adult version of Eddie Kaspbrak in It: Chapter Two. His impressive career also included roles in The Black Phone and its upcoming sequel, Law & Order, Hawaii Five-0, and Sean Baker's 2015 film Tangerine.
After his death, several former costars paid their respects, including Channing Tatum, who worked with Ransone on The Son of No One, and his Poker Face costar Natasha Lyonne.
