Former Disney Channel Star Lee Thompson Young Found Dead

[brassmonkey]

R. I. P.

Lee Thompson Young, a former Disney Channel star who appeared on "Rizzoli & Isles," was found dead this morning at the age of 29.


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Police confirmed that the versatile young actor died in an apparent suicide of a gunshot wound. TMZ reports that Young?s landlord found him when he did not report to the set of the TNT drama this morning.

When officers arrived to his apartment at the 5000 block of Tujunga Avenue, they pronounced him dead at the scene. There is no word on whether Young left a note, and the coroner is taking over the case.

"It is with great sadness that I announce that Lee Thompson Young tragically took his own life this morning," said Young's long-time manager Jonathan Baruch in a statement.

"Lee was more than just a brilliant young actor, he was a wonderful and gentle soul who will be truly missed. We ask that you please respect the privacy of his family and friends as this very difficult time."

Young began his acting career early, appearing in community theater as a child before heading toward the bright lights of New York City. There, he auditioned for and won the main role in Disney's "The Famous Jett Jackson." The show lasted for three seasons and a TV movie.

After the end of the series, Young appeared in Jamie Foxx's "Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story" and in the "Friday Night Lights" movie as Chris Comer. He also landed guest roles in TV shows including "The Guardian," "South Beach," and "Smallville."

In 2009, Young starred in the short-lived sci-fi drama "FlashForward" as an FBI agent who commits suicide to prevent a death.

His latest work was in TNT's "Rizzoli & Isles" as Det. Barry Frost, Rizzoli's (Angie Harmon) partner.

Young graduated with honors from the University of Southern California.

Watch a clip of Young on "Rizzoli & Isles":

[brassmonkey]

that's what happens to some child actors like river phoenix

[Spunky]

He was a good actor,RIP Lee Thompson Young

[Harmon]

Originally Posted by brassmonkey

that's what happens to some child actors like river phoenix

Umm River Phoenix wasn't a coward and didn't blow his own head off because he was a pussy. He took a speedball when he was out partying and OD'd by mistake. Unlike tis nobody, River Phoenix actually had something to live for. He was just a partier. This Lee Thompson whoever the fuck he was? Just another nothing that felt bad for himself.

[bronco67]

Thanks for keeping us abreast of the deaths of people who nobody knows.

[L-Pink]

Another black on black shooting.

[- Jesus Christ -]

Originally Posted by L-Pink

Another black on black shooting.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=ddRU9bSxntE&t=41s

[adultchatpay]

RIP for that dude

[alex.missyouth]

R.I.P. Lee

[Rochard]

My kid just grew out of Disney, and I've never heard of this guy.

[brassmonkey]

Originally Posted by Rochard

My kid just grew out of Disney, and I've never heard of this guy.

you ever watch smallville?friday night lights? the event? scrubs?

[winter_]

not many people might be aware but walt disney is the name of a man, it is more than a company name. i was in to a bit of mickey mouse through my parents when i was a boy but then toy story then it quickly petered out.

i soon discovered computers and the internet at a young age and didn't look back.

[brassmonkey]

Originally Posted by winter_

not many people might be aware but walt disney is the name of a man, it is more than a company name. i was in to a bit of mickey mouse through my parents when i was a boy but then toy story then it quickly petered out.

i soon discovered computers and the internet at a young age and didn't look back.

also the name of the company i killed a rat with a hammer