India, Aug. 22 -- Legendary actor Michael Wright, best known for playing Eddie King Jr. in The Five Heartbeats, has died at the age of 70. His wife, Susan Wright, confirmed his death in an Instagram post on August 21.

She shared an emotional tribute to the actor and asking for privacy as the family grieves.

"Our family is grieving an enormous and deeply personal loss," Susan Wright wrote and added, "Michael, your work will live forever, but your love will live even longer in the hearts of those who knew you best. Rest peacefully, my love. You will be missed beyond words."

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