Michael Clarke Duncan Dead at 54

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by Briana Myricks | on September 3rd, 2012 | 5 comments

Hollywood has lost another star unexpectedly. Actor Michael Clarke Duncan, most famous for his role in The Green Mile, has passed away at the age of 54.

The death came as a shock and surprise to many, including Duncan’s fiance, Omarosa Manigault, who had just left his hospital room briefly before he passed away. Manigault’s mom was in the room with Ducan during his last moments.

Back in July, Duncan was hospitalized for myocardial infarction, and his representatives told the media that he never fully recovered from the cardiac arrest.

Michael Clarke Duncan was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, for his role as John Coffey in The Green Mile. Prior to his numerous roles as an actor, he worked as a bodyguard for celebrities such as Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Jamie Foxx, LL Cool J, and Notorious B.I.G. Duncan made appearances in shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, The Jamie Foxx Show, The Wayans Brothers, Living Single, and Sister, Sister, as well as lending his vocals for numerous animated features.

Celebrities expressed their condolences via Twitter:

RIP Michael Clarke Duncan. Miss u already brother!

September 3, 2012 6:10 pm via Twitter for Android ReplyRetweetFavorite

@MichaelEaly

Michael Ealy

RIP Michael Clarke Duncan… http://t.co/4FF93QC9

September 3, 2012 5:49 pm via TweetDeck ReplyRetweetFavorite

@UncleRUSH

Russell Simmons

Please say a prayer for @omarosa, Michael’s fiancée. That man truly loved her and she loved him. She needs our love, prayers & support

September 3, 2012 5:55 pm via Facebook ReplyRetweetFavorite

@rolandsmartin

rolandsmartin

Such a sweet, kind man :( RT @BorisKodjoe: Rest in Peace, Michael Clarke Duncan. You will be missed.

September 3, 2012 6:13 pm via UberSocial for BlackBerry ReplyRetweetFavorite

@itsgabrielleu

Gabrielle Union

Michael Clarke Duncan has died at the age of 54… http://t.co/zMtueYkr Please keep him and his loved ones lifted in prayer. #RIP

September 3, 2012 6:08 pm via Buffer ReplyRetweetFavorite

@RickeySmiley

Rickey Smiley

Rip Michael Clarke Duncan. We shared sum great times! C u on the other side friend… @OMAROSA praying 4 u & the fam http://t.co/pKnbQvv1

September 3, 2012 6:05 pm via Echofon ReplyRetweetFavorite

@NiecyNash

Niecy Nash

We will truly miss Michael Clarke Duncan and pray for his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

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Comments (5)

Muriel Monday - 03 / 09 / 2012 Reply

Such great actors leaving us at a early age but the master knows what is best for us rest well may God be with his family at this time .
C Monday - 03 / 09 / 2012 Reply

God works in ways we don't always understand. He waited until Omarosa Manigault left the room to take him home... God knew what he was doing and granted Michael wishes that she not be subject to the that great pain.. I said to Omarosa look for the dove of peace when you find it the lost will be real but God will get the glory because of the love he has for the both of you... Rip Michael..
- Wayne Tatum Tuesday - 04 / 09 / 2012 Reply
  
  With all due respect, God does not choose the time and date that a person dies or even how they die. He created certain systems and phenomenon to occur on their own. RIP Micheal..
steve Tuesday - 04 / 09 / 2012 Reply

RIP