Angus Cloud, a fan favorite from HBO’s “Euphoria” series, has died at the age of 25, his family said in a statement Monday.
Cloud buried his father a week ago and “intensely struggled” with the loss, his family said.
“The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend,” the statement said. “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.”
Just after the news of Cloud’s death broke on Monday, fans flocked to his Instagram comment section to offer tributes. One of his recent posts that appeared to be a tribute to his father had a slew of heartfelt condolences.
“Rip the both of you are reunited again, sweet talented soul gone too soon,” one person wrote.
“Im so sorry, sending love,” another commented. “He was so sweet.”
Best known for his breakout role as Fezco in the HBO teen drama, Cloud said he was discovered in the street by a casting agent and had never professionally acted before the series. His lovable and comedic character quickly became beloved by the dedicated fans of the series.
He told i-D magazine in a March interview that he was different from other actors because he wasn’t trying to get famous when he took on the role.
“They were working hard, and they were like, ‘I’m going to make it to the top,'” he said. “For me, it was just like too good of an opportunity to say no to. I had no idea it would go this far.”
HBO said it was “incredibly saddened” to learn about Cloud’s death in a statement posted to its social media Monday.
“He was immensely talented and a beloved part of the HBO and Euphoria family,” the company said. “We extend our deepest condolences to his friends and family during this difficult time”
Cloud’s portrayal of Fezco, a teenage drug dealer who lived with his grandmother, became popular with viewers. In the most recent season, Fezco began a romantic relationship with Maude Apatow’s character, Lexi, that fans rooted for online.
Fans began to note how similar Cloud’s demeanor was becoming to his character’s. He told Variety last year that playing the typically stoic character was mentally exhausting some days.
“I’m a pretty easygoing, goofy guy,” Cloud said. “But Fezco doesn’t laugh or smile too much.”
Cloud’s personal fashion has also been on display since his 2019 “Euphoria” debut, bringing flair and personality to red carpet events. He said in his i-D interview that growing up shopping in the thrift stores of Oakland, California, helped him develop his own personal sense of style.
