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Actress Wenne Alton Davis Dies After NYC Hit-and-Run
10 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Actress Wenne Alton Davis died after being struck by an SUV in Manhattan.
- She was known for her roles in 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' and other series.
- Davis pursued acting after a career in stand-up comedy in New York City.
Wenne Alton Davis, an actress recognized for her television appearances, including a role in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," died on Monday evening after being struck by a vehicle in Manhattan. She was 60 years old.
The incident occurred late Monday as an SUV traveling westbound on West 53rd Street made a left turn and hit Ms. Davis. She was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Her agent, Jamie Harris, confirmed the tragic news, stating that Davis was killed in the crash.
Born in North Carolina, Davis moved to New York in her late 20s to pursue stand-up comedy before transitioning to acting. She also worked security at JFK Airport while building her acting career, appearing in shows like "Blindspot," "New Amsterdam," and "Girls5eva." Her agent highlighted her profound love for New York, acting, her colleagues, and her friends and family.
