Ed Wheeler, a character actor known for his roles in Law & Order and Blue Bloods, has passed away at the age of 88. Wheeler’s wife, Messeret Stroman Wheeler, told Deadline that he died on August 21 in a New Jersey hospital.

Ed Wheeler, the veteran actor who appeared in projects like “Law & Order” and “Blue Bloods,” has died. He was 88. Wheeler’s wife, Messeret Stroman Wheeler, told Deadline he died on August 21 at a hospital in New Jersey of respiratory failure due to pneumonia complications.

Ed Wheeler, an actor in 'Law & Order,' 'Blue Bloods,' 'Broadcast News,' 'Mickey Blue Eyes' and many other films, TV and stage shows and ads, has died at 88.

Ed Wheeler, who is best known for his role in Law and Order, has died at the age of 88 after a battle with ill health, his wife has confirmed.

Ed Wheeler, who appeared in various TV shows and films throughout his career including Law & Order, Blue Bloods and Mickey Blue Eyes, has died aged 88. Born in Brooklyn in 1936, Wheeler’s career in the entertainment industry began when he appeared in TV commercials for brands including Sudafed and Luvs diapers.

Ed Wheeler, who has guest starred in numerous TV shows and films as well as stage productions, died at the age of 88. Wheeler died of respiratory failure due to pneumonia complications in the Englewood Hospital in New Jersey on August 21,