Zendaya Remembers 'Euphoria' Co-Star Angus Cloud Month After Birthday
By Rima Pundir on August 11, 2023 at 4:00 PM EDT
Angus Cloud may have passed on, but that doesn't mean that his co-stars like Zendaya have forgotten him. In a sweet shout-out, Zendaya visited a Los Angeles mural dedicated to Cloud, documenting the same on her Instagram stories.
Zendaya Documents Her Visit To Mural For Angus Cloud
The 26-year-old "Dune" star seemingly visited a Los Angeles mural dedicated to Cloud, who died on July 31 at age 25. It is not known who painted the mural but it features a black and white image of Cloud, with messages from fans as graffiti on it. Further, the overhead power lines have shoes tied to them, although we are not sure of the significance of it at the moment. On the Emmy-winning drama series directed by Sam Levinson, Cloud played kind-hearted local drug dealer Fezco "Fez," with Zendaya portraying the protagonist, Rue.
Ironically, Zendaya posted this on August 10, marking exactly one month of Cloud's 25th birthday, July 10.
She only posted the pictures this time, given that earlier, the "Spider-man" actress had posted a tribute for Cloud as she wrote about how grateful she was that she got to know him. Wrote the actress, “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. 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. My heart is with his mother and family at this time and please be kind and patient as grief looks different for everyone."
Angus Cloud Died On His Birthday Month
Angus Cloud, who played Fez on Sam Levinson's "Euphoria" along with Zendaya, died on his birthday month in his family's home in Oakland, California. He was discovered unresponsive and confirmed dead, as per a statement released by his family on August 1. The statement read, "It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today,” Cloud’s family said in a statement shared on Aug. 1. “As an artist, a friend, a brother, and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways."
The statement continued to read, "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. We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter, and love for everyone."
Plenty of other costars and celebrities posted their tributes for Cloud, including "Euphoria" costar Sydney Sweeney...
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Angus Cloud's Mom Thankful For "Bonus 10 Years"
The 911 call made by Cloud's mother reported "a possible overdose" although she later went on Facebook to say that she did not believe her son intended to take his life. Wrote Lisa Cloud, "I want you all to know I appreciate your love for my family at this shattered time. I also want you to know that although my son was in deep grief about his father's untimely death from mesothelioma, his last day was a joyful one. He was reorganizing his room and placing items around the house with [the] intent to stay a while in the home he loved. He spoke of his intent to help provide for his sisters at college, and also help his mom emotionally and financially. He did not intend to end his life."
She also spoke about the time, a decade ago when Angus Cloud had a major head injury which he miraculously survived. He wanted to sleep after a fall and a head injury but his mother took him to the hospital where they discovered a major brain injury.
Wrote the grieving mother, "He was given 10 bonus years and filled them with creativity and love. Social media posts have suggested his death was intentional. I want you to know that [this] is not the case. To honor his memory, please make random acts of kindness [a] part of your daily life."