Angus Cloud’s mother has acknowledged that her son “did not intend to end his life” in a social media submit detailing the moments that preceded the actor’s demise.
Lisa Cloud shared a message Friday on Facebook expressing her appreciation for the assist her household has obtained since her son, Angus Cloud, died on Monday in his hometown of Oakland. The “Euphoria” star, identified for his endearing portrayal of unassuming drug seller Fezco, was 25.
“I … 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,” Lisa Cloud wrote. “He was reorganizing his room and placing items around the house with 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.”
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Cloud penned her assertion in response to social media posts that “have suggested [Angus Cloud’s] death was intentional.” She stated “that is not the case.” Oakland Fire Department Chief of Staff Michael Hunt instructed The Times final week that Angus Cloud’s reason behind demise has not been decided after he was discovered useless at his household’s residence.
“When we hugged goodnight we said how much we loved each other and he said he would see me in the morning,” Lisa Cloud wrote. “I don’t know if or what he may have put in his body after that. I only know that he put his head on the desk where he was working on art project’s, fell asleep and didn’t wake up.”
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A wave of tributes to Angus Cloud — together with a number of heartfelt statements from “Euphoria” solid members — have surfaced on social media in current days. The performer’s mother speculated that he may need “overdosed accidentally and tragically” and stated it’s “abundantly clear that he did not intend to check out of this world.”
“His struggles were real,” she stated. “He gave and received so much love and support to and from his tribe. His work in euphoria became a lightning rod for his generation and opened up a conversation about compassion, loyalty, acceptance and love. … To honor his memory, please make random acts of kindness part of your daily life.”
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