In memory of James Ranson: his wife and children mourn their loss
22 december 2025 в 18:13
James Ranson is survived by his wife, Jamie McPhee, and their children. The actor, who was 46 years old and known for his roles in the series «The Wire», - and the films «The Black Phone» and «Evil Dead», - passed away on December 19, 2025. Jamie shared a heartfelt post on Instagram in memory of her late husband.
«I told you I loved you a thousand times, and I know I will love you again», - Jamie wrote in her post. «You told me I needed to be more like you, and you needed to be more like me, and you were absolutely right. Thank you for the greatest gifts— you, Jack, and Violet. We are forever».
Below, you can learn about Jamie, James’s wife, their children, and their family.
As mentioned, James was married to Jamie McPhee. According to her Instagram post, they had been married for about 15 years. In 2021, she wished the actor a happy birthday, confirming that they had been married for 11 years at that time.
«If I had told you when this photo was taken (which was sent to me by @novamittleman) that we would be married and have two children in 11 years, you wouldn’t have believed me», - Jamie wrote in her post. «But I am sure this is the best gift we could have ever dreamed of».
James’s wife, Jamie, is also known by the nickname «Skipper», - while she affectionately called her late husband «P.J». According to the GoFundMe page created for the Ranson family, Jamie was «the center of his world».
As previously mentioned, James and Jamie have two children. According to the description on the GoFundMe page, the Ranson children, Jack and Violet, «loved their dad immensely», - and he «loved them just as much in return».
«Their bond was deep, joyful, and evident to everyone who saw it», - the description states. «This fund was created to support Jamie and the children in their lives after this unimaginable loss. Its purpose is simple: to give Jamie the opportunity to focus on Jack and Violet, to care for them, protect their sense of security, and ensure them a bright future—even without James’s light in their everyday lives».
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or is thinking about suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1−800−273-TALK (8255)
«I told you I loved you a thousand times, and I know I will love you again», - Jamie wrote in her post. «You told me I needed to be more like you, and you needed to be more like me, and you were absolutely right. Thank you for the greatest gifts— you, Jack, and Violet. We are forever».
Below, you can learn about Jamie, James’s wife, their children, and their family.
As mentioned, James was married to Jamie McPhee. According to her Instagram post, they had been married for about 15 years. In 2021, she wished the actor a happy birthday, confirming that they had been married for 11 years at that time.
«If I had told you when this photo was taken (which was sent to me by @novamittleman) that we would be married and have two children in 11 years, you wouldn’t have believed me», - Jamie wrote in her post. «But I am sure this is the best gift we could have ever dreamed of».
James’s wife, Jamie, is also known by the nickname «Skipper», - while she affectionately called her late husband «P.J». According to the GoFundMe page created for the Ranson family, Jamie was «the center of his world».
As previously mentioned, James and Jamie have two children. According to the description on the GoFundMe page, the Ranson children, Jack and Violet, «loved their dad immensely», - and he «loved them just as much in return».
«Their bond was deep, joyful, and evident to everyone who saw it», - the description states. «This fund was created to support Jamie and the children in their lives after this unimaginable loss. Its purpose is simple: to give Jamie the opportunity to focus on Jack and Violet, to care for them, protect their sense of security, and ensure them a bright future—even without James’s light in their everyday lives».
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or is thinking about suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1−800−273-TALK (8255)
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