Nelsan Ellis' Family Says 'True Blood' Actor Died From Alcohol Withdrawal Complications | THR News

The Hollywood Reporter 2017-07-10

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Nelsan Ellis, the actor who starred on HBO's 'True Blood' as the fan-favorite Lafayette Reynolds, struggled with drug and alcohol abuse for years. That battle ultimately cost the 39-year-old his life.
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