Bobby J. Brown, ‘The Wire’ actor, dies at 62 in Maryland barn fire

Last Updated: February 26, 2026By Emerald Coast Chronicle

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“The Wire” star Bobby J. Brown has died, Fox News Digital can confirm. He was 62.

Brown’s talent agent, Dr. Albert Bramante, shared a statement following his client’s sudden passing.

“Bobby J. Brown was a uniquely talented actor and a man of great character. From his deep roots as a Golden Gloves champion to his impactful performances on screen, Bobby brought an unmistakable authenticity to everything he did,” the statement began.

Bobby J. Brown and Wendell Pierce on “The Wire.” (Alamy)

“He was a dedicated professional and a true joy to represent. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” Bramante’s statement concluded.

A press release obtained by Fox News Digital stated that firefighters reported a barn fire with entrapment just after 10 PM on Feb. 26.

“Firefighters arrived to find a 50-by-100-foot barn nearly fully engulfed in fire. Family members on scene confirmed that one individual was still inside the structure. After the fire was brought under control, firefighters located a deceased male victim within the barn,” the St. Mary’s County press release stated.

Firefighters responded to a fire in St. Mary’s County, Maryland on Feb. 26. (ST. MARY’S COUNTY)

The press release stated that the individual was attempting to jump-start a vehicle in the barn. St. Mary’s County stated that the victim contacted his wife, requesting a fire extinguisher, but by the time she came outside, the fire had engulfed the barn.

The victim’s wife suffered burns to her hands and was transferred to the hospital. The press release did not list Brown by name.

According to TMZ, Brown died on Tuesday in Maryland after being caught in a barn fire. Brown’s daughter told the outlet that her father died from smoke inhalation.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”

— Dr. Albert Bramante, talent manager

The Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner told TMZ that Brown’s cause of death was ruled “diffuse thermal injury and smoke inhalation.” The cause of death was also ruled an accident, according to the outlet.

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TMZ reported that Brown entered the barn to jump-start a vehicle. He called a family member, requesting a fire extinguisher, but by the time they arrived, the barn was up in flames, according to the outlet. TMZ shared that Brown’s wife suffered “severe burns” trying to save him.