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Published February 10, 2018

Marvel Mourns the Loss of Reg E. Cathey

Marvel Television says goodbye to a member of the family.

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Statement from Marvel Television:

“Everyone at Marvel Television is deeply saddened by the loss of Reg E. Cathey. It was an honor to work with him and to know him. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends.

In ‘Marvel’s Luke Cage’ Season 2, Reg played James Lucas, Luke’s father. We were lucky enough to experience the magic that was Reg in his final performance.”

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