In a tragic turn of events on Monday night, actor Wenne Alton Davis, 60, lost his life after a Black Cadillac SUV collided with him in Midtown Manhattan.
The Collision
The New York Police Department released a statement that Davis was discovered by officers just after 9 p.m. on W 53rd Street and Broadway. He lay in the road after the vehicle struck him, sustaining severe trauma to his head and body. He was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The Driver
Police identified the driver as a 61‑year‑old man. The name of the driver was not released, and he was not injured in the incident. No arrests were made, and the investigation remains ongoing.
The Victim
Davis, who used they/them pronouns, was 60 years old at the time of his death. He was a familiar face on television, having appeared in the Amazon series Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and a long list of other shows. His credits include Blindspot and New Amsterdam, and he had a bit part in the film Shame starring Michael Fassbender.
Reactions
Jamie Harris, Davis’s agent, posted a tribute on Instagram: “Rest in peace, old friend. We will miss you forever.” The photo showed the two together, underscoring the close professional relationship between the two.
Personal Details
According to the NYPD, Davis resided in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Queens. The incident occurred in Midtown Manhattan, a location far from his home base.
Key Takeaways
- Wenne Alton Davis, 60, died after being struck by a Black Cadillac SUV on W 53rd Street and Broadway.
- The driver, 61, was unharmed, not named, and no arrests have been made.
- Davis’s career spanned several television series and a film role, and he was a regular on Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
The loss of Davis has sent shockwaves through the entertainment community, highlighting the fragility of life even for those in the public eye.
