Angus Cloud, the actor who played Fez on the HBO series Euphoria, has died at the age of 25, his family said in a statement Monday.
“It is with a heavy heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human being today,” Cloud’s family said in a statement TMZwho first reported his death. He died at his family home in Oakland, California. according to NBC News.
“As an artist, friend, brother and son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways. He buried his father last week and struggled intensely with the loss. The only consolation we have is knowing that Angus is now reunited with his father, who was his best friend. Angus has been open about his struggle with his mental health and we hope his passing can serve as a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this battle alone in silence,” the family statement said.
“We are incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Angus Cloud. He was extremely talented and a well-loved part of the HBO and Euphoria families. We extend our deepest condolences to his friends and family at this difficult time.” tweeted On Monday.
In addition to “Euphoria,” Cloud has had two other roles in recent projects, including “Freaky Tales,” which is in post-production, and an untitled thriller that is in the process of filming.
Cloud also appeared in Juice WRLD’s music video for the song “Cigarettes” in 2022 and in Becky G and Karol G’s music video for the song “Mamiii”. The ‘Euphoria’ actor also starred in the 2021 films ‘North Hollywood’ and ‘The Line,’ which hit theaters June 9.
Euphoria was Cloud’s first acting job said Variety in an interview in 2022, in which he also spoke about surviving a fall that fractured his skull as a teenager. He told Variety that acting is “the best job” he’s ever had.
“But there are many other things I could think of,” he added. “Buy a boat. find an island Stand in a tent. See what happens next.”
HuffPost reached out to Cloud talent reps for comment.