Angus Cloud's Euphoria Costar Maude Apatow Mourns Death of "Magical" Actor

Maude Apatow is paying special tribute to her late Euphoria costar Angus Cloud.

Days after the actor, who played fan-favorite character Fezco—her character Lexi's friend and crush—on the HBO series, died at age 25, Apatow shared a moving reflection on her friendship with Cloud. 

"Angus was the funniest person ever," she wrote on Instagram Aug. 2 alongside photos of her and Cloud hanging out. "I would get so excited to see on the schedule that we would be working together because I knew we'd have the best day, laughing so hard. He was the sweetest and made everyone around him so happy. He was just the best. Words can't really capture how magical of a person he was. My heart is broken."

Apatow, also 25, concluded her note with a heartbreaking message to her costar. "Angus, getting to know and work with you was one of the greatest joys and blessings of my life." she added. "I will love you forever."

Cloud died at his family's home in Oakland, Calif. on July 31. "It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today," his family shared in a statement to E! News at the time. "As an artist, a friend, a brother and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways."

His loved ones also said Cloud—born Conor Angus Cloud Hickey—had been mourning the recent death of his dad.

"Last week, he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss," their statement continued. "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."

Since his passing, many within the Euphoria family have expressed their grief and shared memories of working with Cloud.

"Words are not enough to describe the infinite beauty that is Angus (Conor)," Zendaya, who plays Rue, wrote on Instagram Aug. 1. "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)."

Zendaya recalled the effect Cloud had on those around him. "I know people use this expression often when talking about folks they love…'they could light up any room they entered,'" the actress said. "But boy let me tell you, he was the best at it. 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."

That same day, Sydney Sweeney, who plays Apatow's sister Cassie, wrote in her Instagram tribute, "Angus you were an open soul, with the kindest heart, and you filled every room with laughter. This is the hardest thing ive ever had to post, and im struggling to find all the words."

"You will be missed more than you know, but I'm so blessed to have known you in this lifetime, and I'm sure everyone who has ever met you feels the same," the White Lotus star noted. This heartache is real and I wish we could've had one more hug and 711 run. All my love is with you."

Keep reading to see more heartfelt tributes to Cloud.

"Angus was the funniest person ever. I would get so excited to see on the schedule that we would be working together because I knew we'd have the best day, laughing so hard. He was the sweetest and made everyone around him so happy. He was just the best. Words can't really capture how magical of a person he was. My heart is broken."

Apatow, added, "Angus, getting to know and work with you was one of the greatest joys and blessings of my life." she added. "I will love you forever."

"A genuinely kindhearted person. Im really glad to have gotten to know him. This is a devastating loss. Rest in peace, Angus."

"I love you so much. you will be missed tremendously."

"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) 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. 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. My heart is with his mother and family at this time and please be kind and patient as grief looks different for everyone."

"Angus you were an open soul, with the kindest heart, and you filled every room with laughter. This is the hardest thing ive ever had to post, and im struggling to find all the words. You will be missed more than you know, but I'm so blessed to have known you in this lifetime, and I'm sure everyone who has ever met you feels the same. This heartache is real and I wish we could've had one more hug and 711 run. All my love is with you."

"There was no one quite like Angus. He was too special, too talented and way too young to leave us so soon... He also struggled, like many of us, with addiction and depression. I hope he knew how many hearts he touched. I loved him. I always will. Rest in peace and God Bless his family."

"Miss you bro."

"the tears just won't stop."

"you were a gentle beautiful soul. You exited to soon."

"rest easy angus."

"We did our season 1 promo together and got a chance to really chop it up. One of the most genuine, laid back, beautiful spirit in this crazy industry…and that magnetic smile. I'm so thankful to have met you and hear your wild stories about Oakland. You are loved and missed my friend."

"He was a one off. I'm truly sad."

"Forever Family."

"Angus, I'll never forget talking about what it meant to be some Cali kids doing it big. You really didn't care about the flashy lights or fancy events. Your rawness and authenticity were my favorite things about being around you. Truly at a loss for words…My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends close to you during this difficult time…"

"Couldn't be more real, original and sweet. Loved this kid. Always smiles. I hope this sensitive soul is at rest."

"He was kind and gracious and so unique. You couldn't take your eyes off him, on film or on set. How lucky we all were to have witnessed his work. It was beyond truthful, every damn take. My heart hurts."

 

"please remember how loved you are. this world is so quick to make you feel otherwise. there are reasons to stick around. and this world needs you. oh, angus. we celebrate you."

"Good soul."

"I have this art piece he made me on a water bottle and I'll keep it forever... Such a rare soul.. instantly friends from meeting when we did this event together. You will be missed."

"Just saw the news about the loss of Angus. I only got to work with him a couple of times, but I was immediately drawn to his kind, gentle spirit. My deepest condolences to his closest and loved ones. May he rest in peace."

"You will be deeply missed. Rest in Power @anguscloud."

"Not the news I wanted to hear this morning g. Rest in Power Angus Cloud."

"wow angus cloud gone too soon.. rest in peace angel."

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