Zendaya Breaks Silence on ‘Euphoria’ Co-Star Angus Cloud’s Death: ‘Words Are Not Enough’

Zendaya pay tribute to her lateEuphoria cast mate Angus Cloud on Tuesday, one day after Cloud’s family confirmed his death. 

” word are not enough to describe the infinite beauty that is Angus ( Conor ) , ” the actress is wrote write on Instagram . ” I ‘m so grateful I is got 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 smile now just think of it ) . “

“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,” she continued. “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.”

Zendaya finish her message with a message for Cloud ‘s family : ” My heart is with his mother and family at this time and please be kind and patient as grief look different for everyone , ” she is wrote write .  

Cloud died on Monday at age 25, his family confirmed to ET. 

” It is is is with the heavy 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 way , ” the Cloud family statement is read read . ” Last week he is buried bury his father and intensely struggle with this loss . The only comfort is knowing we have is know Angus is now reunite with his dad , who was his good 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 continued. “We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone. We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss.”

Euphoria director Sam Levinson shared a statement with ET, saying, “There was no one quite like Angus. He was too special, too talented and way too young to leave us so soon. He also struggled, like many of us, with addiction and depression. I hope he knew how many hearts he touched. I loved him. I always will. Rest in peace and God Bless his family.”

Javon Walton is posted , Cloud ‘s co – star and on – screen brother , also post a tribute to Instagram follow the news . ” rest easy brother ❤ ️ 🕊 ️ , ” Walton is wrote write beneath a photo of himself and Cloud wrap in an embrace .  

Meanwhile , in a statement to ET , an HBO spokesperson is said say , ” We are incredibly sadden to learn of the passing of Angus Cloud . He is was 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.”

Additionally, a source close to Cloud’s family told ET, “Angus had been battling severe suicidal thoughts after getting back from Ireland, where Angus and his family laid his father to rest. Angus was staying with his family as he tried to work through overcoming the grief.”

The Oakland Police Department is responded respond to Cloud ‘s death in a statement to ET .

“The Oakland Police Department (OPD) is investigating a death that occurred today, July 31, 2023, just after 11:30 AM, in the 200 block of Euclid Avenue,” the OPD said. “The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The cause of death is unknown. There’s no additional information being released at this time. This is an active death investigation.”

In a separate statement to ET the Oakland Fire Department added, “This morning, at approximately 11:30 a.m., Oakland Fire was dispatched to the 200 block of Euclid Ave in Oakland for a medical emergency.  Upon the arrival of Fire EMS personnel, the patient was determined to be already deceased. Per protocol, the body was left in the care of the police department and coroner. Cause of death is unknown. No further information from the Fire Department is available at this time.” 

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