Actor Obi Ndefo, best known for Dawson’s Creek, has died, aged 51.
The sister of the Nigerian born actor posted sister on Facebook , “Heartbroken at the loss of my younger brother and knowing he’s finally at peace.”
No cause of death was reported.
Ndefo appeared as Bodie Wells, the boyfriend of Bess Potter (Nina Repeta), from 1998-2002 in 10 episodes of Dawson’s Creek.
Ndefo also played Rak’nor in Stargate SG-1, appearing between 2000 and 2005.
His other TV credits include The West Wing, Half & Half, NYPD Blue, Crossing Jordan, Star Trek: Voyager and 3rd Rock From the Sun. His most recent credit was a 2021 episode of NCIS: Los Angeles.
In 2019, Ndefo was the victim of a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the amputation of both of his legs. He later detailed the accident in an interview where he shared a positive outlook: “This is just so horrendous what happened to me, why would I compound this by feeling bad about it?”
Katie Holmes, who played Joey Potter in the teen drama, posted online “He was wonderful to work with and such a kind man. I send prayers and grace to his family. Rest in Peace.”
Source: TV Line
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