Angus Cloud, breakout star of ‘Euphoria,’ is dead at 25

Angus Cloud, a cast member in the HBO drama series “Euphoria,” poses at the premiere of the series at the ArcLight Hollywood, Tuesday, June 4, 2019, in Los Angeles. CHRIS PIZZELLO / CHRIS PIZZELLO / INVISION / AP

Angus Cloud, the 25-year-old costar of hit HBO drama Euphoria, died on Monday, July 31, his family said.

No cause of death was given for the actor, who portrayed laconic drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill in the multiple Emmy Award-winning series.

A statement is said say Mr. Cloud had been struggle to deal with the recent passing of his father , and had experience ongoing mental health issue .

“The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend,” said his family, in a statement sent by Mr. Cloud’s publicist.

“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.”

Euphoria, fronted by Zendaya, is one of the most-watched HBO series of all time.

The show has drawn controversy as well as plaudits for its dark depiction of the issues facing contemporary American teens, including drug addiction and sexual violence.

It was Mr. Cloud’s first acting job, having been discovered by a casting director while walking through the streets of Brooklyn, New York with friends.

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