Michael Clarke Duncan Has Passed Away

It has been reported that the star of The Green Mile Michael Clarke Duncan has passed away.

The Hollywood actor died yesterday morning in the hospital following two months of treatment following a heart attack in July.

His mother was thought to be there with him at the time and his fiancée Rev. Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth was also believed to be in the hospital.

Michael and Omarosa looking happy on the red carpet earlier this year.

Omarosa told Radar, ‘I am devastated. He was the love of my life.’

Tom Hanks, who starred alongside Michael in the film that earned him his Oscar nod, spoke out about the tragedy.

He said, ‘I am terribly saddened at the loss of Big Mike. He was the treasure we all discovered on the set of The Green Mile. He was magic.’

The actor was nominated for his outstanding performance in The Green Mile.

Other famous friends and fans took to Twitter to express their sadness at the news. Olivia Munn wrote, ‘Michael Clarke Duncan always had a smile on his face & a big bear hug ready for you.’

MC Hammer posted, ‘One of the best among Men on earth. A Gentle Giant. Loved him. Pure class and grace.’

Michael will be remembered not only for his standout performance in The Green Mile but also for his other hit films including Sin City and Armageddon. 

Michael with his Armageddon co-stars William Fichtner, Bruce Willis and Billy Bob Thornton.