Zendaya, Angus Cloud, and ‘Euphoria’ Cast at Season 2.Photo:Getty Images
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The cast ofEuphoriahas lost a friend, costar and irreplaceable character from its ensemble.
“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,“EuphoriacreatorSam LevinsontoldDeadline. “I hope he knew how many hearts he touched. I loved him. I always will. Rest in peace and God Bless his family.”
As the world continues to mourn Cloud’s tragic death, take a look back at the off-camera memories he made with his fellowEuphoriastars.
01of 15Selfie MomentAngus Cloud with his ‘Euphoria’ costars.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicCloud snapped a selfie with hisEuphoriafamily at an L.A. photocall a few days ahead of their show’s season 2 premiere in 2022. The group shot featuredZendaya,Hunter Schafer,Sydney SweeneyandMaude Apatow. Cloud also fit inColman Domingo,Eric Dane,Euphoriacreator Sam Levinson,Jacob Elordi,Dominic FikeandAustin Abramsin the epic photo.
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Selfie Moment
Angus Cloud with his ‘Euphoria’ costars.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Cloud snapped a selfie with hisEuphoriafamily at an L.A. photocall a few days ahead of their show’s season 2 premiere in 2022. The group shot featuredZendaya,Hunter Schafer,Sydney SweeneyandMaude Apatow. Cloud also fit inColman Domingo,Eric Dane,Euphoriacreator Sam Levinson,Jacob Elordi,Dominic FikeandAustin Abramsin the epic photo.
02of 15Happy TogetherHunter Schafer, Sam Levinson, Angus Cloud and Zendaya.Jeff Kravitz/GettyThe California native wore a bright smile to match his luminous orange suit while posing with Levinson, Schafer and Zendaya.
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Happy Together
Hunter Schafer, Sam Levinson, Angus Cloud and Zendaya.Jeff Kravitz/Getty
The California native wore a bright smile to match his luminous orange suit while posing with Levinson, Schafer and Zendaya.
03of 15Friends Off SetAngus Cloud and Maude Apatow.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicEuphoriafans fell in love with theon-screen flingbetween Cloud’s character, Fezco, and Apatow’s character, Lexi. In February 2022, the actress toldEntertainment Weeklythat she didn’t anticipate such a positive reaction to the blossoming love story.“I knew people were gonna like it, because it’s pretty sweet, but I wasn’t expecting this many people to like it. It’s crazy,” Apatow said.She also explained that Sam Levinson’s conception of Fez and Lexi’s chemistry “totally made sense,” especially considering her relationship with Cloud himself. “Angus and I, in real life, have a funny friendship. It all just happened. It all felt right as soon as we started talking about it,” she said.
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Friends Off Set
Angus Cloud and Maude Apatow.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Euphoriafans fell in love with theon-screen flingbetween Cloud’s character, Fezco, and Apatow’s character, Lexi. In February 2022, the actress toldEntertainment Weeklythat she didn’t anticipate such a positive reaction to the blossoming love story.
“I knew people were gonna like it, because it’s pretty sweet, but I wasn’t expecting this many people to like it. It’s crazy,” Apatow said.
She also explained that Sam Levinson’s conception of Fez and Lexi’s chemistry “totally made sense,” especially considering her relationship with Cloud himself. “Angus and I, in real life, have a funny friendship. It all just happened. It all felt right as soon as we started talking about it,” she said.
04of 15Big CongratulationsAngus Cloud and Zendaya.CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via GettyCloud and Zendaya celebrated together with a friendly embrace at the premiere ofEuphoria’s season 1 in 2019. When they shared the screen on the hit HBO drama series, Cloud played a drug dealer who formed a special relationship with Zendaya’s character, Rue.Zendaya — whose performance inEuphoriamade her the youngest personto take home an Emmy—honored her late friendwith a heartfelt Instagram tribute.“Words are not enough to describe the infinite beauty that is Angus (Conor),” the actress beganher emotional caption. “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).“She 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. 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 also sent kind words to his family and urged everyone to “please be kind and patient as grief looks different for everyone.”
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Big Congratulations
Angus Cloud and Zendaya.CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via Getty
CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via Getty
Cloud and Zendaya celebrated together with a friendly embrace at the premiere ofEuphoria’s season 1 in 2019. When they shared the screen on the hit HBO drama series, Cloud played a drug dealer who formed a special relationship with Zendaya’s character, Rue.
Zendaya — whose performance inEuphoriamade her the youngest personto take home an Emmy—honored her late friendwith a heartfelt Instagram tribute.
“Words are not enough to describe the infinite beauty that is Angus (Conor),” the actress beganher emotional caption. “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).”
She 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. 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 also sent kind words to his family and urged everyone to “please be kind and patient as grief looks different for everyone.”
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Loving Tribute
“Angus you were an open soul, with the kindest heart, and you filled every room with laughter,” she began.
“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.”
06of 15Tight Knit GroupEuphoria Cast.Lukas Gage/InstagramLukas Gagereposted agroup photoafter news broke of Cloud’s death. The photo sees his late costar front and center with fellowEuphoriaactors Schafer andBarbie Ferreira.
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Tight Knit Group
Euphoria Cast.Lukas Gage/Instagram
Lukas Gage/Instagram
Lukas Gagereposted agroup photoafter news broke of Cloud’s death. The photo sees his late costar front and center with fellowEuphoriaactors Schafer andBarbie Ferreira.
07of 15Big HeartsMichael Kovac/Variety via GettyJavon Walton’s relationship with Cloud has its roots in the ultra-close bond between theirEuphoriacharacters. Walton plays Ashtray, whom Fezco unofficially adopts as a little brother.
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Big Hearts
Michael Kovac/Variety via Getty
Javon Walton’s relationship with Cloud has its roots in the ultra-close bond between theirEuphoriacharacters. Walton plays Ashtray, whom Fezco unofficially adopts as a little brother.
08of 15Forever BrothersJavon Walton and Angus Cloud.Javon Walton/ InstagramIn response to the news of Cloud’s tragic death, Walton remembered his on-screen sibling with a sweet photo of them hand-in-hand. “Forever family,” wrote the young actor.
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Forever Brothers
Javon Walton and Angus Cloud.Javon Walton/ Instagram
Javon Walton/ Instagram
In response to the news of Cloud’s tragic death, Walton remembered his on-screen sibling with a sweet photo of them hand-in-hand. “Forever family,” wrote the young actor.
09of 15Cast BondingOnce again, Cloud stood at the center of Gage’sInstagram post, taken while the talented cast was shooting outside of a 7-Eleven.
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Cast Bonding
Once again, Cloud stood at the center of Gage’sInstagram post, taken while the talented cast was shooting outside of a 7-Eleven.
10of 15Photo Booth FunBarbie Ferreira/InstagramFerreira, Sweeney,Alexa Demieand Apatow let Cloud in on their all-girls Valentine’s Day photobooth fun in 2019. “GALENTINES DAY WIT EUPHORIA,” Ferreira captioned hercarousel of photosthat February, which featured the top of Cloud’s head in one slide.
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Photo Booth Fun
Barbie Ferreira/Instagram
Ferreira, Sweeney,Alexa Demieand Apatow let Cloud in on their all-girls Valentine’s Day photobooth fun in 2019. “GALENTINES DAY WIT EUPHORIA,” Ferreira captioned hercarousel of photosthat February, which featured the top of Cloud’s head in one slide.
11of 15Special Shout-OutCloud shared two special moments he spent with Zendaya in honor of her birthday in 2021. “happy birthday to a real one much love fammy,” readhis caption.
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Special Shout-Out
Cloud shared two special moments he spent with Zendaya in honor of her birthday in 2021. “happy birthday to a real one much love fammy,” readhis caption.
12of 15Hanging OutMaude Apatowshared a few behind-the-scenes shotshyping up a new episode ofEuphoria’s season 2, right as things were heating up between Fez and Lexi. Fans were naturally amused as Cloud was featured in several of the photos in the carousel.
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Hanging Out
Maude Apatowshared a few behind-the-scenes shotshyping up a new episode ofEuphoria’s season 2, right as things were heating up between Fez and Lexi. Fans were naturally amused as Cloud was featured in several of the photos in the carousel.
13of 15Belly LaughingAngus Cloud and Sydney Sweeney.Stefanie Keenan/GettyIt’s clear Sweeney and Cloud shared a tight bond, as they were caught deep in belly laughter while at 2021’sGQMen of the Year Party.
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Belly Laughing
Angus Cloud and Sydney Sweeney.Stefanie Keenan/Getty
Stefanie Keenan/Getty
It’s clear Sweeney and Cloud shared a tight bond, as they were caught deep in belly laughter while at 2021’sGQMen of the Year Party.
14of 15Making MemoriesAngus Cloud, Maude Apatow and Hunter Schafer.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicEven with the rest of Hollywood around them, these close costars found a way to convene. Schafer, Apatow and Cloud hung out with a fellow guest at the HBO’s Golden Globes afterparty in January 2020.
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Making Memories
Angus Cloud, Maude Apatow and Hunter Schafer.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Even with the rest of Hollywood around them, these close costars found a way to convene. Schafer, Apatow and Cloud hung out with a fellow guest at the HBO’s Golden Globes afterparty in January 2020.
15of 15Starry NightZendaya and Angus Cloud.Matt Winkelmeyer/VF22/WireImageEuphoria’s Emmy-winning leading lady wrapped an arm around her costar and friend atVanity Fair’s annual Oscar Party in 2022.
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Starry Night
Zendaya and Angus Cloud.Matt Winkelmeyer/VF22/WireImage
Matt Winkelmeyer/VF22/WireImage
Euphoria’s Emmy-winning leading lady wrapped an arm around her costar and friend atVanity Fair’s annual Oscar Party in 2022.
source: people.com
