John Wick actor Lance Reddick

'It f***ing sucks he's not here,' Keanu Reeves said.

Director Chad Stahelski told Deadline: “When you have someone so close pass so suddenly it’s always tricky. hard sometimes.” [died suddenly last week](https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/lance-reddick-cause-of-death-the-wire-b2303479.html), days before the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4 in Los Angeles.

Fans of the "John Wick" movie franchise were shocked to learn Friday of the sudden death of actor Lance Reddick, who played Charon, the concierge at the.

In “John Wick: Chapter 4,” the action is bigger and better than ever. Reddick said that this film is more action-packed than before, with the setting taking you all over the world from Paris and Berlin to Osaka and Jordan. The fact that each of them seems to just be bigger than the last is just kind of astounding to me.”

The official Twitter account for the action flick also posted a short video that says, "For Lance."

The official John Wick Twitter account also remembered Reddick at the Los Angeles premiere. "Lance was a beautiful person, a special artist, a man of grace and dignity, and [had] such a passion for his craft," Reeves said. While his allegiance is to the High Table, Charon finds ways to still assist Wick. Charon actor Lance Reddick died last week, but his memory lives on with the John Wick: Chapter 4 cast and crew. [Deadline](https://twitter.com/DEADLINE/status/1638001310258835457). [Deadline](https://twitter.com/DEADLINE/status/1638047800910053382).

Keanu Reeves shared with PEOPLE on Monday his memories of his longtime costar Lance Reddick, who died of natural causes at age 60 on Friday, just one week ...

[There have been a lot of tears](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/lance-reddick-remembered-john-wick-four-premiere-1235356559/)," Drake said, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Guests [were also asked to wear blue ribbons in Reddick's honor](https://twitter.com/THR/status/1637975632243195904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1637975632243195904%7Ctwgr%5Eed1e5cc9a16997b4396beccf2dd7cad562117dc4%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollywoodreporter.com%2Fmovies%2Fmovie-news%2Flance-reddick-remembered-john-wick-four-premiere-1235356559%2F). "He is survived by his wife Stephanie Reddick and children Yvonne Nicole Reddick and Christopher Reddick," the statement added. "Lance will be greatly missed. "There have been a lot of moments of quiet reflection. Adds Reeves of their characters' bond on screen: "I always thought that the connection between John Wick and Charon was special. "Our love and prayers are with his wife Stephanie, his children, family and friends. "We worked together on four films over ten years," Reeves, 58, tells PEOPLE on the carpet of the TCL Theatre in Los Angeles. [Ian McShane](https://people.com/tv/game-of-thrones-season-6-ian-mcshane-defends-spoiler/), [Laurence Fishburne](https://people.com/movies/laurence-fishburne-weighs-in-on-matrix-resurrections-keanu-reeves-carrie-anne-moss/), [Donnie Yen](https://people.com/movies/donnie-yen-bottle-cap-challenge-blindfolded/), Hiroyuki Sanada (Bullet Train), Shamier Anderson, [pop musician Rina Sawayama](https://people.com/music/rina-sawayama-talks-pressure-for-pop-stars-to-be-hot-even-with-ibs/) and more in the upcoming film. It's just really cool." [they were dedicating the latest sequel to Reddick](https://people.com/movies/keanu-reeves-mourns-john-wick-costar-lance-reddick/). [Keanu Reeves](http://people.com/tag/keanu-reeves) is mourning the loss of his longtime costar and friend [Lance Reddick](https://people.com/movies/keanu-reeves-mourns-john-wick-costar-lance-reddick/).

Following the death of Lance Reddick on March 17, a new video from a John Wick: Chapter 4 premiere captures a standing ovation in his honor.

And while the show is not likely to premiere until next year, Riordan assures that Reddick will still appear as Zeus. Depending on how existing franchise characters are utilized in the spinoff, he may only receive brief screen time, but his character could also serve as a great way to connect to the new lead. What starts as clapping erupts into a standing ovation, with the crowd paying tribute to the late actor.

Keanu Reeves remembers his co-star Lance Reddick on the red carpet at the 'John Wick 4' premiere in Los Angeles: 'Lance was a beautiful person.'

“I couldn’t believe that it was bigger than the last one,” he told the outlet on March 3. [dedicated the latest entry](https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2023-03-17/lance-reddick-john-wick-death-keanu-reeves) to their “beloved friend” and the “consummate professional,” acting swiftly to update the finished film with an “In memory of” credits tribute in time for the L.A. I always said to him that people liked John Wick because he liked John Wick.” Lance was a great guy and a great human.” And the way that he and I got to work and kind of speak the unspoken, that connection. I feel for the characters more than any other franchise.” Pausing in the midst of a sprawling, neon-lit afterparty on Hollywood Boulevard., Stahelski said that he learned of Reddick’s passing Friday after arriving in Toronto for the film’s Canadian premiere. “We love Lance. When you have that many people who love someone, you just know.” We miss Lance. Lead actor Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Shamier Anderson, Hiroyuki Sanada, Rina Sawayama, Donnie Yen and director Chad Stahelski wore the ribbons on the red carpet at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. (The film opens in theaters this Friday.)

Keanu Reeves and the cast and crew of "John Wick: Chapter 4" honored late co-star Lance Reddick with blue ribbons at the movie's Monday premiere.

[spoke emotionally about his admiration for Reddick](https://pagesix.com/2023/03/21/keanu-reeves-gets-emotional-over-lance-reddicks-death-it-sucks/) on the red carpet. [According to TMZ](https://www.tmz.com/2023/03/21/lance-reddick-honored-john-wick-4-premiere-blue-ribbons/), the blue ribbons were passed out to cast and crew before the film’s premiere. [died on March 17](https://pagesix.com/2023/03/17/lance-reddick-dead-the-wire-john-wick-star-was-60/) at age 60, by wearing a blue ribbon on his lapel at the “John Wick: Chapter 4” premiere Monday.

Following the tragic passing of Charon actor Lance Reddick, John Wick: Chapter 4 star Keanu Reeves shares emotional praise for his late costar.

In John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Charon gets even more to do, and he proves that he's not just the calm and collected concierge, but also a trained killer. [In John Wick: Chapter 2](https://screenrant.com/john-wick-keanu-reeves-most-difficult-scenes/) he also becomes something of an ally to Wick, agreeing to look after the assassin's new dog while he carries out a hit in Italy. [John Wick: Chapter 4 premiere](https://screenrant.com/john-wick-chapter-4-release-date-cast-plot-updates/) in Los Angeles, Reeves spoke with [ET](https://www.etonline.com/keanu-reeves-gets-emotional-over-late-john-wick-co-star-lance-reddick-at-premiere-exclusive-201285) about Reddick, sharing an emotional tribute to the late actor.

After the death of 'John Wick' actor and co-star Lance Reddick, the cast wore blue ribbons to honor him at the red carpet premiere of the new film.

"I mean, I personally love seeing him suffer, and I think the filmmaker in Chad Stahelski likes seeing John Wick suffer. "It was really exciting to try and do what Chad Stahelski, the director, had imagined," said Reeves. He's been one of the most beloved members of our John Wick family since we started," said director Chad Stahelski remembering Reddick fondly.

Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne were among the "John Wick: Chapter 4" stars honoring Lance Reddick,who died unexpectedly ahead of the film's premiere.

Here's how Lance Reddick died shortly before the premiere of John Wick 4 and how his castmates reacted to his death.

“We are devastated to hear of the untimely passing of Lance Reddick, our Zeus in season one of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. I just got to be happy and be proud of the fact that I got to spend so much time with him. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale. This is just gutting and way, way, way too soon for any of us who knew and loved him to contemplate.” [tweeted](https://twitter.com/WendellPierce/status/1636815621861064723?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1636815621861064723%7Ctwgr%5E87a925ab9c7bb6f5da161067b63413e99b62524f%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fvariety.com%2F2023%2Ffilm%2Fnews%2Flance-reddick-dead-reactions-the-wire-1235557914%2F) in honor of his friend, “A man of great strength and grace. [bond on screen](https://stylecaster.com/drew-barrymore-keanu-reeves/), “I always thought that the connection between John Wick and Charon was special. Reddick starred in The Wire and played the character of Charon in the famed John Wick film series. “I couldn’t believe that it was bigger than the last one,” Lance told the outlet on March 3, 2023. Lance was a wonderful human being and a wonderful colleague. [Instagram tribute,](https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp8CBr3oDC_/) his wife Stephanie Reddick made a post about her late husband and encouraged his fans to donate to a charity based in his hometown of Baltimore, Maryland. “I just want to say something about a great man and a great artist, a good friend, that was part of our family. At the Los Angeles premiere of the movie, the cast and crew gave tribute to him with blue ribbons.

Reddick played Charon, the concierge of a hotel for assassins, in all four films in the action franchise. The actor was promoting the film at the time of his ...

In addition to the “John Wick” movies, Reddick was best known for playing Lt. “John Wick 4” will not be his final on-screen appearance, but it will be his last time in the franchise. He was gracious, he had a dignity to him, and a presence. See our [latest prediction champs](https://www.goldderby.com/best-prediction-scores/awards/league-data/). We dedicate the film to him at this point, and his family.” Download our free and easy app for [Apple/iPhone devices](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1460576753) or [Android (Google Play)](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pmc.goldDerby) to compete against legions of other fans plus our experts and editors for best prediction accuracy scores. “He had such a passion for his work and his craft. Just to be in his light and to get a chance to work with him, I’ll cherish for the rest of my life.” [the 2023 Emmy nominees through July 12](https://www.goldderby.com/leagues/) [Make your predictions](https://www.goldderby.com/leagues/) at Gold Derby now. And he’s a great man, a great artist, a great human, a dear friend.” “We lost our brother, and in a really sort of shocking way,” said Laurence Fishburne. Reddick played Charon, the concierge of a hotel for assassins, in all four films in the action franchise.

After the death of 'John Wick' actor and co-star Lance Reddick, the cast wore blue ribbons to honor him at the red carpet premiere of the new film.

"I mean, I personally love seeing him suffer, and I think the filmmaker in Chad Stahelski likes seeing John Wick suffer. "It was really exciting to try and do what Chad Stahelski, the director, had imagined," said Reeves. He's been one of the most beloved members of our John Wick family since we started," said director Chad Stahelski remembering Reddick fondly.

Keanu Reeves had his late co-star Lance Reddick on his mind and on his jacket lapel at Monday night's premiere of "John Wick: Chapter 4."

“He was the consummate professional and a joy to work with. “(He) was a person of dignity and grace. “He was a beautiful, special person,” Reeves told CNN.

The spirit of late actor Lance Reddick was very much alive on the red carpet at the “John Wick: Chapter 4” premiere in Los Angeles on Monday.

“As a filmmaker you look for artists that are going to be great collaborators, and he was the epitome of that,” Leitch added. “I couldn’t believe that it was bigger than the last one,” he told the outlet on March 3. Upon word of his death last Friday, Reeves and Stahelski dedicated the latest entry to their “beloved friend” and the “consummate professional.” (The film opens in theaters this Friday.) “And to have had the chance to work with him over the 10 years and four films (in the franchise) is something that is very special to me.” I always said to him that people liked John Wick because he liked John Wick.” And the way that he and I got to work and kind of speak the unspoken, that connection.