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Angus Cloud death: Zendaya honours Euphoria co-star’s ‘infinite beauty’ in poignant tribute

Tributes are pouring in for the actor, who received critical praise and a devoted fanbase for his performance as Fezco O’Neill on ‘Euphoria’

Tom Murray,Peony Hirwani,Inga Parkel
Thursday 03 August 2023 10:35 EDT
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The entertainment world has been stunned by the sudden death of Euphoria star Angus Cloud. He was 25 years old.

The family of the actor, who played fan favourite Fezco O’Neill on HBO’s hit series, confirmed the news in a statement shared Monday (31 July).

“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.

“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.”

A cause of death has yet to be disclosed.

Angus Cloud: Euphoria actor dies aged 25
Inga Parkel2 August 2023 06:00

Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney pay emotional tribute to ‘brother’ Angus Cloud

Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney have both shared poignant tributes to their Euphoria co-star Angus Cloud the day after his death, aged 25.

Following the announcement, several Euphoria cast members have expressed their heartbreak over Cloud’s passing, with Zendaya and Sweeney being the latest to do so.

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Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 06:30

Cloud’s family’s statement in full

News of Cloud’s death was shared by his family in a statement on Monday.

It read: “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.

“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.

“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.”

(Getty Images)
Inga Parkel2 August 2023 07:00

Actor ruled out playing Mac Miller in a biopic before his death

Before his death on Monday, Angus Cloud had often been linked to the late rapper Mac Miller due to their physical likeness.

Miller died in 2018, aged 26, from an accidental drug overdose.

In an interview with Etalk in January last year, Cloud said: “I don’t think I would be prepared to take on someone’s life and legacy and try to replay that, you know? That man [Miller] is a legend and he’s going to remain one. May he rest in peace, you feel me?”

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Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 07:30

What was Cloud’s cause of death?

At the moment, there has been no confirmation or official report stating Cloud’s cause of death. His death, however, comes a week after his father’s funeral.

“Last week [Cloud] buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss. The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend,” his family said in their statement.

Two weeks ago, Cloud had shared a photo of his father alongside the caption: “Miss u breh.”

Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 08:00

Angus Cloud was born in Oakland, California, on 10 July 1998. He had a younger brother and twin sisters.

Best known for his role as chill drug dealer Fez on HBO’s gritty teen drama Euphoria, the rising star’s trajectory to TV fame was far less conventional.

In earlier interviews, Cloud explained that he landed his on-screen debut acting opposite Zendaya through a casting director, who he initially thought was trying to scam him.

“In my mind, I was like, they stopped me because I look like I could be a star?” he recalled in an interview with i-D earlier this year. “Then I’m like, no, it’s because I look like a drug dealer.”

He added: “For me, it was just like too good of an opportunity to say no to. I had no idea it would go this far.”

Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 08:30

What Angus Cloud said about the traumatic head injury he suffered as a teenager

What Angus Cloud said about the traumatic head injury he suffered as a teenager

Cloud was a fan favourite thanks to his performance as drugdealer Fezco in HBO’s hit teen drama series, ‘Euphoria’

Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 09:30

Oakland Roots Sports Club pays tribute to their ‘day one supporter’ Angus Cloud

“Rest easy, fam,” Oakland Roots Sports Club wrote on Twitter. “We are heartbroken by the news about Angus Cloud.

“He was a day one supporter and an Oakland legend. You will be missed. We extend our deepest love to his friends and family during this difficult time.”

Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 10:00

Earlier this year, Angus Cloud was reportedly being sought by Los Angeles authorities in relation to a hit-and-run incident in the city.

TMZ first reported that Cloud and another male were driving an SUV that rear-ended a Toyota in Marina Del Rey before driving away without stopping.

The publication reports that at least one passenger in the Toyota allegedly suffered injuries to her legs and arms.

Law enforcement sources reportedly told TMZ that “while the Euphoria star is not officially a suspect in the case, his name has been floated for possible involvement,” and they would like to make contact with him.

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Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 10:30

Euphoria’s Alexa Demie reacts to Angus Cloud’s death

On Monday (31 July), Euphoria star Alexa Demie posted a heartbreak emoji on her Instagram story.

The post came right after Angus Cloud’s death was announced.

Demie played the role of Maddy Perez in Sam Levinson’s hit HBO series.

(Alexa Demie/Instagram)
Peony Hirwani2 August 2023 11:49

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