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 ...