Michael Wright, an actor known for his roles in “The Five Heartbeats,” “Streamers,” “The Principal” and “V,” has died, according to a statement from his family. He was 70.https://t.co/p3XsVr10im pic.twitter.com/byipoQQvVQ
— Variety (@Variety) August 22, 2026
Actor Michael Wright has passed away at the age of 70. He died on August 17 from heart failure.
His wife, Susan Wright, announced his death in a post shared Friday evening on Instagram. “It is with profound sadness and an unimaginable heaviness in my heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Michael Wright,” her statement read.
He appeared in more than 50 movies and TV shows, including the films “The Five Heartbeats,” Robert Altman’s Vietnam drama “Streamers,” “Sugar Hill” and “The Wanderers.” His TV credits include the 1980s sci-fi series “V” and HBO’s “Oz.”
