Evan Ellingson’s family members are talking out after his tragic dying.
On Monday, we reported that the CSI: Miami actor sadly died at simply 35 years outdated. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department coroner’s division, he was discovered unresponsive within the bed room of a Fontana, California residence at 11:31 a.m. on Sunday. The information shocked the world. And despite the fact that he hadn’t been on display screen in over a decade, one in all his outdated co-stars is now talking out.
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In 2009, Evan starred in My Sister’s Keeper alongside Abigail Breslin. She took to Instagram on Monday to pay tribute to him. She wrote:
“Evan Ellingson was a kind, funny and extremely talented human being. He played my big brother in a film I did called My Sisters Keeper. Evan was a genuinely thoughtful person who cared so much about turning in the best performance, which he accomplished. Some of his scenes in MSK still give me chills. He was also silly, funny, a prankster, a lover of Red Bull (I hated the smell of Red Bull
) and he was energetic and the life of the party.”
Aww. It feels like he made such a constructive impression on her. She continued:
“I didn’t keep in touch a lot with him after the film, but he always stayed in my mind as a wonderful and sweet soul, one I am grateful to have crossed paths with. My prayers and condolences are with his family at this difficult time.”
The 27-year-old concluded her submit:
“Evan, I know Heaven will welcome you with open arms. Your time on this earth may have been, devastatingly, short. Your humor, exuberance, kindness and bright light will linger forever. Sending you peace on your journey to the great beyond and who knows… maybe one day, I’ll meet you in Montana. Xx, abster”
So candy. Their movie collectively additionally starred Cameron Diaz and Sofia Vassilieva, whom Abigail posted a throwback picture of with Evan. See (beneath):
Evan’s household additionally spoke out following the tragedy, telling NBC News in a press release the identical day:
“Our family is heartbroken by the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, Evan. Evan was one of the most caring individuals who loved Jesus with all his heart. He had a sweet, child-like spirit with a smile that could light up a room. He was always thinking of others and wanted to use his own struggles with addiction to help people find hope.”
The late actor’s father informed TMZ that he had struggled with dependancy prior to now, however in line with the household’s newest assertion, he had been sober for 3 years, however “recently relapsed” after being prescribed opioids following a dental process. So, so unhappy.
They mentioned he was “passionate about pointing individuals to resources for help,” and would “often shared his journey of recovery” throughout talking occasions. They concluded their assertion:
“While in the end, he fell in his earthly battle with addiction, he was able to choose Jesus as his Lord and Savior and receive eternal life with Him. We already miss Evan and cherish every moment of joy, laughter and love that he brought to us and so many others.”
Our hearts proceed to be with all of them throughout this extremely tough time. Rest in peace…
If you or somebody you realize is experiencing substance abuse, assist is on the market. Consider trying out the assets SAMHSA gives at https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline or try BeginYourRecovery.org
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