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Angus Cloud

Angus Cloud was an American actor best known for playing Fezco O’Neill on the HBO drama series *Euphoria*.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Angus Cloud was an American actor best known for playing Fezco O’Neill on HBO’s *Euphoria*. He died at age 25 in 2023 from an accidental overdose.

What it is

Angus Cloud, born Conor Angus Cloud Hickey in Oakland, California, rose to fame as the breakout character Fezco on HBO’s *Euphoria*. His natural performance and on-screen presence made him a fan favourite.

Key details

Cloud’s acting career included roles in films like *North Hollywood* and *The Line*, but *Euphoria* remained his defining work. He died on July 31, 2023, at his family home in Oakland. The coroner ruled his death an accidental overdose of methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, and benzodiazepines.

Why it matters

Cloud’s sudden death at 25 shocked fans and highlighted the dangers of drug overdose. His portrayal of Fezco left a lasting impression, and he is remembered as one of *Euphoria*’s most beloved characters.

In short

  • Born and raised in Oakland, California.
  • Breakout role as Fezco on HBO’s *Euphoria*.
  • Died at 25 from accidental multiple-drug overdose.
  • Appeared in films *North Hollywood* and *The Line*.

Quick questions

Who is Angus Cloud?
Angus Cloud was an American actor best known for playing Fezco O’Neill on HBO’s *Euphoria*.
How old was Angus Cloud when he died?
He was 25 years old when he died on July 31, 2023.
What was Angus Cloud's cause of death?
His death was ruled an accidental overdose involving multiple drugs, including methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, and benzodiazepines.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angus_Cloud
    Supports: Birth name, birth and death dates and places, career summary, and reported cause of death.
  2. NBC News — https://www.nbcnews.com
    Supports: Reported Alameda County Coroner statement on the toxicology findings and cause of death.
  3. Entertainment Weekly — https://ew.com
    Supports: Age at death, role in *Euphoria*, and Oakland birthplace.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3783307/
    Supports: Birthplace, death place, and selected acting credits.