American actor (1979–2008)
De'Angelo Wilson |
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Born | (1979-03-29)March 29, 1979
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Died | November 26, 2008(2008-11-26) (aged 29)
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Occupation(s) | Actor, rapper |
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Years active | 2002–2008 |
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De'Angelo Wilson (March 29, 1979 – November 26, 2008) was an American film and television actor and rapper. He was best known for his role as DJ Iz in the 2002 hip hop drama film 8 Mile.
Early life
Wilson was born in Dayton, Ohio. He attended the University of Cincinnati and Kent State University, in Kent, Ohio, where he studied acting.[citation needed]
Career
Wilson appeared in four films, including as DJ Iz in 8 Mile (2002) and as Jesse (age 19) in Antwone Fisher (2002). He also appeared in two television productions.
Death
Wilson died by suicide by hanging in Los Angeles in 2008.[1]
Filmography
Film
Television
Year
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Film
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Role
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2004 |
CSI: NY |
Lamar Adams |
Episode: "Outside Man"
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2002 |
R.U.S./H. |
Terrell |
Unsold television pilot
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2006 |
The Shield |
Marcus "M.C. Gond Good" Dunn |
Episode: "Kavanaugh" (as De'Angelo K. Wilson)
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Notes
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