Angus Cloud, an actor best known for his role as the drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on HBO’s Emmy-winning series “Euphoria,” has died at 25.
The news was first reported by TMZ.
“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,” the family said in a statement to the celebrity news and gossip site.
“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. We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone. We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss.”
Cloud died at his family’s home in Oakland, California, TMZ reported.
The family also shared that Cloud’s father passed away just last week.
“Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss,” the family said. “The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend. 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.”
Officials have not shared Cloud’s official cause of death.
Cloud hadn’t acted before he was cast in “Euphoria.” He was walking down the street in New York when casting scout Eléonore Hendricks noticed him.
Cloud was resistant at first, suspecting a scam. Then casting director Jennifer Venditti met with him and series creator Sam Levinson eventually made him a co-star in the series alongside Zendaya for its first two seasons.
The third season of “Euphoria” hasn’t yet begun filming and has been postponed due to the ongoing writers’ and actors’ strikes in Hollywood.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
