Angus Cloud dead at 25: Euphoria star dies at family’s Oakland home

Euphoria actor Angus Cloud has died at 25 at his family’s home in Oakland a week after his father’s funeral. 

Cloud’s family said in statement on Monday, ‘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.’

A 911 call was made by Cloud’s mother reporting a ‘possible overdose’ at around 11:30 a.m. Monday, sources told TMZ. She told operators that Cloud didn’t have a pulse, the outlet reported, and he was pronounced dead on the scene.

A family insider told the outlet that Cloud had dealt with ‘severe suicidal thoughts’ after traveling to Ireland for his father’s funeral; and that he was at his family home in an effort ‘to work though overcoming the grief.’ 

Authorities told the outlet that Cloud’s cause of death has not yet been determined, and that an investigation has been launched in connection with the death. 

The family in their statement alluded to the recent death of Cloud’s father, and how it impacted him.

‘Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss,’ the family said. ‘The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend.’

The family noted that Cloud ‘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 family requested following Cloud’s passing, ‘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.’

The family of Cloud, who played Fezco on the HBO series from 2019 through 2022, did not state a cause of death for the actor. 

On July 14, he had shared a post on Instagram of an image of his father with the caption, ‘miss u breh.’

His final post came on July 18 when he showed off a set of grillz from the company Grant Grillz, with the geotag coming from Dublin, Ireland.

A statement from Euphoria’s Twitter page read: ‘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.’ 

Cloud had past appeared in films such as 2023’s The Line opposite John Malkovich, 2021’s North Hollywood and on the TV series The Perfect Women. 

He also had appeared in music videos for Becky G & Karol G’s Mamii in 2022; and in Juice WRLD’s Cigarettes in 2022.

Cloud had a number of projects in the works, including two unreleased films, according to iMDb, including a horror film titled Your Lucky Day and an Oakland-based drama titled Freaky Tales, starring Pedro Pascal and Ben Mendelsohn.

He was also linked to Scream 6 slated for next year. Production has not yet commenced on season three of Euphoria. 

Cloud did not have any acting experience ahead of his role on Euphoria, as he was discovered by casting scout Eléonore Hendricks while walking in New York City, according to the AP. 

Cloud was initially skeptical of the opportunity, thinking it was a scam, but eventually got the role after meeting with casting director Jennifer Venditti.

Fans of the show lauded Cloud for his authenticity in the role, to an extent that he spoke about the misconceptions people had that he didn’t have to do much when the cameras were on.

‘It does bother me when people are like, ‘It must be so easy! You get to go in and be yourself,”‘ he told Variety. ‘I’m like, “Why don’t you go and do that?” It’s not that simple. I brought a lot to the character. You can believe what you want. It ain’t got nothing to do with me.’

A number of Cloud’s peers in Hollywood took to social media with sad sentiments in memory of the late actor.

Cloud’s Euphoria costar Kathrine Narducci wrote, ‘No words! No words;’ in a separate post, The Sopranos alum called the late actor ‘one of a kind.’ 

Actor Javon Walton, who plays Ashtray on Euphoria, wrote ‘rest easy brother.’

Rapper Drake called the late actor a ‘good soul’ with a teary emoji and an emoji of a dove.

Singer Chloe Bailey wrote, ‘wow angus cloud gone too soon … rest in peace angel.’

Actress Kerry Washington shared a memorial post, writing, ‘You will be deeply missed.’

Influencer Jordyn Woods shared a shot she took with the late Euphoria actor. She added, ‘I have this art piece he made me on a water bottle and I’ll keep it forever.’ 

Across social media, a number of fans grieved for the actor’s premature passing, remarking on the authenticity and charisma he brought to his work.

‘NOT ANGUS CLOUD PLS :(,’ one user said. ‘This is the most heartbreaking thing ever. a true talent has been lost. angus cloud you will ALWAYS be remembered, this is truly the worst news. our fezco always.’

Another commented, ‘Angus Cloud came into Euphoria with no acting experience and then effortlessly created the show’s most charming character.

‘He had a long career ahead of him, but Fez alone will be an iconic character for generations. I hope he’s at peace now.’

Some users drew parallels to his passing and the death of rapper Mac Miller at 26 in September of 2018.

‘Losing Angus Cloud is bringing back a certain feeling I had when we first heard about Mac Miller passing….’ one user said. 

Another remarked, ‘I wanted so badly to see Angus Cloud play as Mac Miller in a Biopic. Damn. RIP to them both. Both died TOO young.’