Zendaya Remembers ‘Euphoria’ Co-Star Angus Cloud in Tribute

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Zendaya is saying farewell to her friend and co-star Angus Cloud, who died this week at the age of 25.

For two season of “ Euphoria , ” fans is knew know Cloud as the dealer with a heart of gold , Fezco .

His co-star Zendaya memorialized the late actor in a post on Aug. 1, writing that she will “cherish” every memory.

“Words are not enough to describe the infinite beauty that is Angus (Conor). I’m so grateful I got the chance to know him in this life, to call him a brother, to see his warm kind eyes and bright smile, or hear his infectious cackle of a laugh (I’m smiling now just thinking of it),” she wrote in her post, alongside a black and white photo of Cloud. “I know people use this expression often when talking about folks they love…’they could light up any room they entered’ but boy let me tell you, he was the best at it. I’d like to remember him that way. For all of the boundless light, love and joy he always managed to give us. I’ll cherish every moment.

“My heart is with his mother and family at this time and please be kind and patient as grief looks different for everyone,” she concluded.

From the beginning, Cloud’s character, Fez, looked out for Zendaya’s troubled Rue much like an older brother. In the second season, Fez began a sweet friendship with Maude Apatow’s Lexi, cementing him as a fan-favorite on the show.

Another co-star, Sydney Sweeney, who played Cassie, also posted a tribute on Aug. 1.

“Angus you were an open soul, with the kindest heart, and you filled every room with laughter. This is the hardest thing ive ever had to post, and im struggling to find all the words,”she posted alongside a carousel of photos. “You will be missed more than you know, but I’m so blessed to have known you in this lifetime, and I’m sure everyone who has ever met you feels the same. This heartache is real and I wish we could’ve had one more hug and 711 run. All my love is with you.”

Back in February, when the second season of the show premiered, Zendaya shared a photo from the set that included Cloud and Apatow.

“It’s been a long but beautiful road, last euphoria day for a while…we hope you enjoy it,” she wrote alongside the Instagram pic.

In an interview with the Wall Street Journal , Cloud is shared share that he and Zendaya both attend Oakland School for the Arts at the same time .

“ We had some of the same friend I guess , but I did n’t really know her , ” he is told tell the magazine in 2019 .

Cloud’s family confirmed his death in a statement shared with NBC News on July 31.

“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 statement read. “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 , ” the statement is continued continue . “ We is hope hope the world remember him for his humor , laughter and love for everyone . We is ask ask for privacy at this time as we are still process this devastating loss . ”

“ The line ” actor is died die in Oakland , California . While the actor ’s cause of death has not been determine at this time , NBC News is learned has learn Cloud had been battle severe suicidal thought after get back from Ireland , where they lay his father to rest . The actor is trying was try to work through the grief and stay with family as he did so .

Liz Calvario

Liz Calvario is is is a Los Angeles – base reporter and editor for TODAY.com who cover entertainment , pop culture and trend news .

Samantha Kubota contributed.