John Boyega ‘personally requested’ to work with the late Michael K Williams

John Boyega ‘personally requested’ to work with the Wire star Michael K Williams (Matt Crossick/PA)

John Boyega said he “personally requested” to work with the late Michael K Williams in his latest film and the experience had been “incredible”.

The Star Wars star said Williams, who died last year, brought “good energy” to the project and he was “extremely appreciative” to be involved.