ZENDAYA has broken her silence on the death of her Euphoria co-star Angus Cloud.
The actor died on Monday at home in Oakland, California, just one week after he buried his father in Ireland.
Zendaya took to Instagram and wrote alongside a black and white photo of the late star: "Words are not enough to describe the infinite beauty that is Angus (Conor).
"I’m so grateful I got the chance to know him in this life, to call him a brother, to see his warm kind eyes and bright smile, or hear his infectious cackle of a laugh (I’m smiling now just thinking of it)."
The 26-year-old continued: "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.
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"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."
The actress concluded: "My heart is with his mother and family at this time and please be kind and patient as grief looks different for everyone."
Fans were quick to comment on Zendaya's tribute as one person wrote: "You always know exactly what to say. Definitely thinking of you and hoping you’re holding up okay..."
Another added: "Beautiful words... Sending you and his loved ones love and strength," while a third user said, "We send you a big hug!"
On Monday, TMZ broke the news that the star had died at 25, but details were initially sparse.
The outlet has since learned from Oakland Police that Angus' mother, Lisa, called 911 at around 11.30am on Monday morning, reporting a "possible overdose."
She said on the phone that her son did not have a pulse.
Emergency first responders pronounced the actor dead on the scene.
A source close to the rising star told TMZ that Angus had been dealing with suicidal thoughts upon returning home to California from Ireland for his father's funeral.
'DEVASTATING LOSS'
He was reportedly staying at his family's home while he attempted to overcome the grief he was dealing with.
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The family told the outlet: "... "Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss. 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."
The statement concluded: "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."
Just three days before his death, Angus was seen in public at a debut album launch party for MacArthur Maze, a Bay Area-based rap group, The U.S. Sun exclusively revealed.
'I WAS TRAPPED'
Angus had previously opened up to Variety about surviving a near-death experience, revealing the cause of the large scar on his head which was visible on Euphoria.
He shared in the interview that he fell into a construction pit while walking at night when he was 15.
"I woke up 12 hours later at the bottom. I was trapped," Angus recalled, as he eventually climbed out of the pit and took a bus to see his mom.
"It was hella hard to climb out because my skull was broken, but my skin wasn't, so all the bleeding was internal, pressing up against my brain," Angus shared, as he also praised his mom for saving his life.
He revealed: "I would have died. She gave me some water, and I started throwing up hella mouthfuls of crimson red blood. S**t was crazy.
"So then my mama took me to the children's hospital, and they saved my life. That's what the scar's from. They cut my head open, they put some screws and a plate over where I broke my skull and s**t, sealed me back up, and that was that."
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
