# Michael Wright, Actor in 'The Five Heartbeats' and 'V,' Dies at 70

Actor Michael Wright, known for roles in the musical drama 'The Five Heartbeats' and the sci-fi series 'V,' has died at age 70. His death marks the loss of a prolific character actor who appeared in numerous films and TV shows.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/michael-wright-dead-five-heartbeats-the-principal-1236840765/) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:38:46 +0000