Euphoria star Angus Cloud has died at his family's home in Oakland, California. The news of the sudden death of the 25-year-old actor, who played Fezco O’Neill on HBO’s hit series, was confirmed in a statement shared by his family on Monday.
“It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today. As an artist, a friend, a brother and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways.
“Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss. Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend.
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“Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence.”
The cause of death has not been confirmed.
Cloud’s death comes just weeks after the death of his father. Two weeks ago, the actor shared an image of his father on Instagram, captioned “miss u breh”.
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HBO said in a statement that Cloud “was immensely talented and a beloved part of the HBO and Euphoria family. We extend our deepest condolences to his friends and family during this difficult time.”
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In a statement, Euphoria creator Sam Levinson said: "There was no one quite like Angus. He was too special, too talented and way too young to leave us so soon. He also struggled, like many of us, with addiction and depression.
"I hope he knew how many hearts he touched. I loved him. I always will. Rest in peace and God Bless his family."
Actors, musicians, models and artists all over the world have taken to social media to share their condolences after news of Cloud's death broke.
Gigi Hadid, who starred alongside Cloud in a Christmas campaign for Ralph Lauren Fragrances, paid tribute to Angus Cloud on Instagram Stories posting a video of her and Cloud dancing together. She wrote: “Just saw the news about the loss of Angus.
“I only got to work with him a couple of times, but I was immediately drawn to his kind, gentle spirit. My deepest condolences to his closest and loved ones.
“May he rest in peace.”
Tributes from the Euphoria cast were led by Javon Walton, who plays Cloud’s brother Ashtray in the series.
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He wrote:“Rest easy brother."
Fellow Euphoria co-star Storm Reid, who plays Gia Bennett in the series, shared a story to her Instagram captioned with the words: “The tears just won’t stop”.
Colman Domingo, best known to Euphoria fans as Ali, shared a snap of himself with Cloud and fellow Euphoria star Jacob Elordi to his Instagram stories in a tribute to the “sensitive soul”.
“Check on loved ones,” Domingo wrote. “Check on them.”
If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email jo@samaritans.org, or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch.
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