Idris Elba and 'The Wire' creator David Simon look back on how they each wrestled with the onscreen fate of fan favorite Stringer Bell. By Lacey Rose Writer-At-Large According to Simon, the ...

Idris Elba ‘was not happy’ when Stringer Bell was written out of The Wire, claims David Simon Actor left the seminal HBO series after its third season Louis Chilton Thursday 30 June 2022 20:51 BST ...

Over two decades removed from the role, Elba says he is still approached about the series by fans of varying ages. "At least once a day, someone says, 'Bro, Stringer Bell, The Wire,' whatever it is.

One of the most shocking TV deaths of all time remains Russell "Stringer" Bell on The Wire — and it was surprising to Idris Elba, too.

One of actor Idris Elba’s most notable and recognizable roles is Stringer Bell from The Wire. It brought the star much critical acclaim and attention, catapulting a Hollywood career that he ...