In the recent news, actress Sonja Sohn – who plays Amanda Wagner in the hit crime series Will Trent – has been diagnosed with a rapidly progressing form of malignant cancer.
This shock has made the film-loving community and colleagues extremely worried. Sonja is said to have begun treatment and is maintaining an admirable spirit of resilience.
A memorable artistic journey
Sonja Sohn is a familiar face to American audiences:
Nearly 3 decades pursuing an acting career.
Making a deep impression through the role of Kima Greggs in The Wire, one of the best crime series of all time.
Recently, she continued to conquer the audience with the role of Amanda Wagner – an intelligent, strong but humane female commander in Will Trent.
Sonja’s roles have always inspired determination, dedication and the desire to change lives.
Emotional reactions from colleagues and fans
After the news appeared, social networks were flooded with wishes and encouragement:
Ramón Rodríguez (Will Trent):
“Sonja is the heart of the film crew. She fought tirelessly on screen and I believe she will do the same in real life.”
A fan on Twitter:
“No one is as strong as Sonja Sohn. We love her and will always stand by her.”
Many fanpages have simultaneously changed their profile pictures to black and white to show solidarity and sharing.
Warrior spirit in the face of challenges
Despite facing a serious illness, Sonja Sohn is described by friends as maintaining an optimistic and determined attitude.
She believes that this challenge will be a testament to the strength of will that she has shown through her own roles.
The Power of Community
The Will Trent community and The Wire fans are calling on each other to:
Send letters of encouragement.
Share fond memories of Sonja’s role.
Donate to cancer organizations on her behalf.
Millions of people are wishing her a speedy recovery and a return to the set where she belongs.
Conclusion
More than just an actress, Sonja Sohn is also a source of inspiration for many generations of audiences.
Although this is the toughest battle, fans believe she will fight with all the strength of a true warrior.
We are all watching, sending love, and hoping for the day she returns with a strong smile.
