- – The rising actor was found dead on Monday
- – Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss
Angus Cloud, a rising American actor best known for his role in the HBO drama ‘Euphoria,’ has died at the age of 25.
Announcing his death, his family said in a statement: ‘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,’ his family added.
‘We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss.’
Meanwhile, an HBO spokesperson told CNN: ‘We are incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Angus Cloud. He 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.’
Cloud ‘was determined to be already deceased’ when first responders from the Oakland Fire Department were dispatched on Monday around 11:30 a.m. PT for a medical emergency, Michael Hunt, a public information officer for the fire department said.
The Oakland Police Department and the Alameda County Coroner’s office are handling the investigation, Hunt said.
Cloud rose to prominence playing Fez on HBO’s Emmy-winning teen drama series ‘Euphoria.’
He was a main character on the show’s first two seasons. His other acting credits included the films ‘North Hollywood’ (2021) and ‘The Line’ (2023).
He was recently cast opposite Melissa Berrera in a new horror movie at Universal Pictures from ‘Scream 6’ directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.
Cloud also starred in various music videos such as Noah Cyrus’ ‘All Three,’ Juice WRLD’s ‘Cigarettes’ and Becky G and Karol G’s ‘Miamiii.’
