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Actor Michael Wright, Star of ‘The Five Heartbeats’ and ‘V,’ Dies at 70

Variety Aug 22, 2026 · 12:38 PM 👁 0 views ❤ 0 likes

Michael Wright, an actor known for his roles in “The Five Heartbeats,” “The Principal” and “V,” has died, according to a statement from his family. He was 70. His wife, Susan Wright, announced his death in a post shared Friday evening on Instagram. “It is with profound sadness and an unimaginable heaviness in my heart […]

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Actor Michael Wright, Star of ‘The Five Heartbeats’ and ‘V,’ Dies at 70

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