The actor portrayed Lafayette Reynolds on the HBO series. — -- "True Blood" actor Nelsan Ellis has died, his manager confirmed to ABC News. The actor, who portrayed Lafayette Reynolds in HBO's ...

*The heart failure that felled “True Blood” star Nelsan Ellis was reportedly triggered by complications from alcohol withdrawal. The actor’s family said Nelsan, who died Saturday, struggled with drug ...

Known for his eclectic role as Lafayette on HBO TV series, "True Blood," Ellis will be missed dearly. Nelsan Ellis' last appearance on television was on CBS' "Elementary". The late actor's family ...

Actor Nelsan Ellis, best known for his role as Lafayette Reynolds on the HBO series "True Blood," died suddenly this week at the age of 39. The actor struggled with drug and alcohol abuse for many ...

Actor Nelsan Ellis, best known for his memorable portrayal of Lafayette Reynolds on HBO's "True Blood," has died at the age of 39. Ellis' manager, Emily Gerson Saines, confirmed the actor's death in ...