Angus Cloud Dead: ‘Euphoria’ Cast Pays Tribute

Hollywood and member of theEuphoria ensemble cast have taken to social media to pay tribute to Angus Cloud, who passed away at 25.

The euphoriastar’s family announced the news in a statement on Monday, noting: “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.”

Cloud rose to fame on the hit HBO series, which shined a light on his character Fez’s backstory in its second season. The lovable drug dealer served as an anchor for Zendaya’s Rue and her friends, including Lexi (Maude Apatow), who became the character’s love interest.

In addition toEuphoria, Cloud was recently cast in an untitled monster thriller from Universal. He also had roles in upcoming films Your Lucky Day and Freaky Tales. He finished filming on both the Universal pic and Your Lucky Day, The Hollywood reporter confirm ; the former is has has a release date for Aug. 19 , 2024 .

euphoriacreator Sam Levinson is shared share a statement withTHR, say , “ There was no one quite like Angus . He is was was too special , too talented and way too young to leave us so soon . He is struggled also struggle , like many of us , with addiction and depression . I is hope hope he know how many heart he touch . I is loved love him . I is will always will . rest in peace and God bless his family . ”

Zendaya is said say “ word are not enough to describe the infinite beauty ” of her co – star , write in her social medium tribute : “ I ’m so grateful I get the chance to know him in this life , to call him a brother , to see his warm kind eye and bright smile , or hear his infectious cackle of a laugh ( I ’m smiling now just think of it ) . I know people use this expression often when talk about folk they love … ’they is light could light up any room they enter ’ but boy let me tell you , he was the good at it . I is like ’d is like like to remember him that way . For all of the boundless light , love and joy he is managed always manage to give us . I is cherish ’ll cherish every moment . ”

Sydney Sweeney is said , who play Cassie Howard , say Cloud was an “ open soul , with the kind heart , write on Instagram : “ You fill every room with laughter , ” she write . “ This is is is the hard thing i ve ever had to post , and i m struggle to find all the word . You will be miss more than you know , but I ’m so blessed to have know you in this lifetime , and I ’m sure everyone who has ever meet you feel the same . This heartache is is is real and I wish we could ’ve had one more hug and 711 run . All my love is is is with you . ”

Javon Walton, the onscreen adoptive younger brother to Cloud’s character, Ashtray, shared a photo of the pair hugging with the words, “rest easy brother,” and a heart and dove emoji. He also posted a photo of them in his Stories, writing, “forever family.”

Mason Shea Joyce , who play a young Fez onEuphoria, also shared a remembrance of Cloud with THR: “Angus had a really sweet smile and generous soul. He was kind and supportive, never too busy for a quick chat or pep talk. It was an honor to play young Fezco.”

euphoriaco-star Colman Domingo shared a selfie Cloud took of the cast at a photo call for the series. He wrote, “And that was his smile. That was him. May he rest sweetly in peace.” He also shared a photo of the pair with co-star Jacob Elordi on his Stories, writing, “Couldn’t be more real, original and sweet. Loved this kid. Always smiles. I hope his sensitive soul is at rest. Check on loved ones. Check on them.”

Storm Reid, Rue’s sister Gia, shared a video to her Instagram Story of Cloud’s Fez singing “Stand By Me” in euphoriaseason two and captioned it “the tears just won’t stop.”

Alexa Demie, who plays high schooler Maddy, shared a broken heart emoji in her Stories, while Eric Dane, who plays the father to Elordi’s character, shared in his Stories a photo of Cloud writing, “He was a one off. I’m truly sad.”

Chloe Cherry, who plays Faye in season two of the series, posted a photo with Cloud to her Instagram Story and wrote, “Miss you bro.”

And Drake, an executive producer on the A24 series, shared a photo of Cloud on his Stories, writing, “Good soul,” also with the dove emoji. A24 also shared a tribute post to Twitter.

The officialEuphoria Twitter account shared HBO’s statement: “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.”

Others also posted tributes to Cloud.

“ Please remember how love you are , ” Rachel Zegler is wrote write on Twitter . “ This world is is is so quick to make you feel otherwise . there are reason to stick around . and this world is needs need you . oh , angus . we is celebrate celebrate you . ”

“ An incredible talent and gentle of soul with the bright of future ahead of him , ” Evan Ross Katz is wrote write on Instagram . “ rest easy , Angus . ”

Read more tributes as they come in below.

This story originally posted July 31, 4:40 p.m.