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Part of situation: Death of actor and producer Charles F. Porter (2 clusters)

Actor and producer Charles Porter dies at 47

Charles Porter Black Bench Productions Hodgkin lymphoma independent film Hollywood

Actor and producer Charles Frederick Porter II has passed away at the age of 47 in Calabasas, California. He died on Monday, November 2, 2026, following a 17.5 year battle with Hodgkin lymphoma.

Porter was recognized for his roles in television series such as House, Bones, The Parkers, and Without a Trace. He also gained prominence for his portrayal of NASCAR pioneer Wendell Scott in the 2011 ESPN film, Wendell Scott: A Race Story.

As the founder of Black Bench Productions, Porter focused on independent cinema, specifically championing faith, family, and stories of resilience. He was a dedicated advocate for increasing representation for Black artists and professionals within the film industry. His recent work included the 2025 film Finding Faith.

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Black Bench Productions · Calabasas · Charles Porter

Sources

Muere Charles Porter, actor de 'Bones' y 'House' a los 47 años tras dos décadas de lucha contra el cáncer [www.deia.eus]
Muere Charles F. Porter, actor de Dr. House y Bones; piden apoyo económico para su familia | Excélsior [www.excelsior.com.mx]
Muere a los 47 años Charles F. Porter, actor de ‘House’, ‘Bones’ y ‘The Parkers’ – QUE ONDA GYE | MEDIO DIGITAL [queondagye.com]
Muere Charles F. Porter, actor de Dr. House y Bones [tribunademexico.com]
Charles Porter Actor Bones Muere A Los 47 Años [www.elperiodico.digital]
Charles F. Porter muere a los 47 años [www.noticias.info]
Muere Charles F. Porter, actor que interpretó al piloto Wendell Scott en NASCAR, a los 47 años - Proyecto Puente [proyectopuente.com.mx]