Jahmil French, best known for his role as Dave Turner in the Canadian drama series “Degrassi: The Next Generation”, has died at the age of 29.
Screenwriter and producer Joshua Safran, who worked with the actor on the Netflix series ‘Soundtrack’ in 2019, confirmed the news on Twitter.
“I can confirm that my good friend, collaborator, and all the inspiration, Jahmil French, passed away yesterday,” Safran wrote. ‘Post just because I see how the story gets out there. I will have more to say about him later. At the moment, we are all just processing this devastating news. ‘
Jahmil French, best known for his role as Dave Turner in the Canadian drama series ‘Degrassi: The Next Generation’, has died at the age of 29 (Photo by Michael Loccisano / Getty Images)
The actor’s representative also confirmed the tragic news to People magazine, saying: “It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of a dear friend and client Jahmil French. He will be remembered by many people for his “passion for the arts, his dedication to his trade and his lively personality. I ask that you keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
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No cause of death has been determined.
French played as Turner on ‘Degrassi’ from 2009 to 2013. He subsequently appeared in a handful of projects, including ‘The Divide’ and ‘Remedy’. His most recent appearance was in the TV series “Soundtrack”, according to IMDb.
Many of French’s “Degrassi” co-stars paid tribute to the late star.
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“@jahmilfrench, you will always occupy such a special place in my heart,” Melinda Shankar wrote. “Thank you for being one of the most talented, compassionate, kind and funny friends I have ever had. You were so loved. Over the years I have shared some of my favorite photos to illuminate his bright light. I will miss our dance results. # Bhandurner forever. ‘
“My heart is so heavy. Truly one of a kind. Rest in peace,” Cristine Prosperi said.
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Chloe Rose tweeted: “Still shocked. Jahmil will be missed. He was an integral part of the Degrassi family and definitely a big part of my degrassie days. He always wanted to make people laugh and smile, a real joy to be around to be. Rest in Peace. “
Foxh’s Mariah Haas contributed to this report