Robert F. Chew

Robert F. Chew (1960-2013) was an American acting coach and actor best known for his portrayal of drug kingpin Proposition Joe on the HBO drama series The Wire. Born in Baltimore, Chew graduated from Patterson Park High School and studied music at Morgan State University. He starred as Proposition Joe on all five seasons of The Wire, receiving acclaim for his skill in delivering the character's verbose dialogue and for eliciting sympathy while portraying a 'bad guy.' Chew's audition for the role stood out as he didn't fit the typical appearance of the other actors, but he captured the essence of the real-life inspiration for the character. Chew's tenure on the show was a highlight of his career.More