Disney Channel's Cameron Boyce, Star Of Descendants And Jessie, Dead At 20
Disney Channel staple Cameron Boyce, whose credits included playing Cruella de Vil's son in the Descendants movies, has died. He was 20.
Boyce also starred on Disney Channel's Jessie from 2011 to 2015. He made appearances on a number of other Disney series, including Liv and Maddie, BUNK'D and Austin & Ally.
"It is with a profoundly heavy heart that we report that this morning we lost Cameron," a spokesperson for the Boyce family told ABC News. "He passed away in his sleep due to a seizure which was a result of an ongoing medical condition for which he was being treated. The world is now undoubtedly without one of its brightest lights, but his spirit will live on through the kindness and compassion of all who knew and loved him. We are utterly heartbroken and ask for privacy during this immensely difficult time as we grieve the loss of our precious son and brother."
Disney Channel also released a statement early Sunday, saying, "From a young age, Cameron Boyce dreamed of sharing his extraordinary artistic talents with the world. He was an incredibly talented performer, a remarkably caring and thoughtful person and, above all else, he was a loving and dedicated son, brother, grandson and friend. We offer our deepest condolences to his family, castmates and colleagues and join his many millions of fans in grieving his untimely passing. He will be dearly missed."
Boyce was next set to appear in HBO's upcoming Mrs. Fletcher, starring Kathryn Hahn.
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DESCENDANTSSofia Carson (Evie):
Sarah Jeffery (Audrey):
Keegan Connor Tracy (Belle):
Dylan Playfair (Gil):
Cheyenne Jackson (Hades):
Kristin Chenoweth (Maleficent):
RIP our dear #CameronBoyce I am in shock. Angel in heaven.
— Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) July 7, 2019
Brenna D'Amico (Jane):
Wendy Raquel Robinson (Cruella de Vil):
Jamal Sims (Dr. Facilier):
Dan Payne (Beast):
Dianne Doan (Lonnie):
Jadah Marie (Celia):
JESSIECharles Esten (Morgan Ross):
It was there we were introduced to his endless talent, kindness, and joy for living. At his very 1st talent show, little Cameron's dancing lit up the stage, and left everyone on their feet, cheering . It was clear to all that he was destined to be the star he would soon become./2
— Charles Esten (@CharlesEsten) July 7, 2019
It was a joy to work with him on JESSIE, as it was with all the wonderful young stars of that beloved show. They were as close as actual brothers and sisters to one another, and still are, and my heart breaks for them today. /4
— Charles Esten (@CharlesEsten) July 7, 2019
Rest In Peace, Cameron. You will be dearly remembered, my friend, and you will be greatly missed.💔/.
— Charles Esten (@CharlesEsten) July 7, 2019
Christina Moore (Christina Ross):
Karan Brar (Ravi Ross):
Skai Jackson (Zuri Ross):
Kevin Chamberlin (Bertram):
OTHERAdam Sandler, Grown-Ups:
— Adam Sandler (@AdamSandler) July 7, 2019
Robert Iger, Chairman and CEO of the Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company mourns the loss of #CameronBoyce, who was a friend to so many of us, and filled with so much talent, heart and life, and far too young to die. Our prayers go out to his family and his friends.
— Robert Iger (@RobertIger) July 7, 2019
Michelle Obama:
I was lucky enough to share a few moments with Cameron Boyce—on set, at the White House and on a service project—enough time to recognize that not only did he have incredible talent, but also an incredible heart. Sending love & hugs to his family, friends and his many, many fans. pic.twitter.com/CS0HdaNOwy
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 9, 2019