Ed Wheeler Dies: Veteran Actor In ‘Law & Order’, ‘Blue Bloods’, Other Series & Films Was 88

Ed Wheeler, a veteran actor known for roles in *Law & Order*, *Blue Bloods*, and *Broadcast News*, has died at 88. He passed away on August 21 due to respiratory failure from pneumonia complications, as confirmed by his wife, Messeret Stroman Wheeler. Born in Brooklyn in 1936, Wheeler’s career spanned TV, film, stage, and commercials. He trained under Gene Frankel and Vin Diesel’s stepfather, Irving Vincent, and appeared in films like *Mickey Blue Eyes* and *Presumed Innocent*. Honored in 2017 with the Living Legend Award, Wheeler’s legacy will continue to inspire. He is survived by his wife and extended family.