In Memoriam: Fond Remembrance for Rising Star Angus Cloud by “Euphoria” and HBO

Jamal Bilal
2 min readAug 1, 2023
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The passing of Angus Cloud, a talented rising star, has left both the “Euphoria” family and HBO deeply saddened. A spokesperson for both entities shared their heartfelt tribute, acknowledging Angus Cloud’s immense talent and cherished role within their creative circles. Their joint statement, posted on their Instagram accounts, extended condolences to Angus Cloud’s friends and family during this difficult time.

As previously reported by REVOLT, Angus Cloud passed away in his family’s Oakland home. It was revealed that he had been grappling with the intense grief of losing his father, Conor Hickey. In a statement shared with TMZ, Angus Cloud’s family expressed their profound sorrow at saying goodbye to an exceptional human being who held special significance in their lives as an artist, friend, brother, and son.

Just last week, Angus Cloud laid his father to rest, and the weight of this loss weighed heavily on him. The family finds solace in the thought that Angus has now been reunited with his father, his best friend. Angus was known for being open about his struggles with mental health, and the family hopes that his passing will serve as a poignant reminder to others that they are not alone in their battles and should not suffer in silence.

On HBO’s hit series “Euphoria,” Angus Cloud was a fan-favorite for his portrayal of Fezco, a friendly and lovable drug dealer. He shared the screen with talented co-stars such as Zendaya, Storm Reid, Alexia Demie, Maude Apatow, Eric Dane, and many others. Since its release in 2019, “Euphoria” has received widespread acclaim, earning accolades such as a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series.

Beyond his work on “Euphoria,” Angus Cloud’s acting prowess extended to films like “The Line” and “North Hollywood.” Additionally, he made memorable appearances in music videos alongside renowned artists such as Juice WRLD, Becky G, and Karol G.

Angus Cloud’s untimely passing is a significant loss to the entertainment world, and his warm presence will be deeply missed by fans, friends, and colleagues alike. As we reflect on his artistic contributions and the impact he had on those around him, we honor his memory with heartfelt gratitude and the hope that his story will inspire openness and compassion towards mental health struggles.

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Jamal Bilal

Howard University Alumni / Writer / Artist /Cultural Critic