Actor Michael Showers, best known for his role as police captain John Guidry in “Treme”, was found dead, floating in the Mississippi river on Wednesday (August 24). The 45 year-old was reported missing by his girlfriend on Tuesday (August 23).

The actor’s body, which appeared to have been in the water for two days, was found near the French Quarter in New Orleans. The cause of death is still a mystery. An autopsy is scheduled to be performed to determine the circumstances of this tragic death – murder, suicide, or an unfortunate accident?

Michael was also known for special appearances in hit TV shows like “Breaking Bad” and “The Vampire Diaries”, and movies like “Traffic” and “The Tree of Life”.

R.I.P. Michael Showers.