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His wife announced the news on social media.
Published Aug 22, 2026, 12:15 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive
Michael Wright, the actor known for his roles in “The Five Heartbeats” and “V” died Wednesday at the age of 70.
Susan Wright, the actor’s wife, announced the news on social media.
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