Disney fans and the world of entertainment have been mourning the sudden passing of actor
and dancer CAMERON BOYCE.
He was one of the most familiar faces in the Disney family and a generation grew up watching
him on films like the Descendants and the TV show Jessie.
The reactions of several celebrities did not wait after the news of the death of CAMERON
invaded social networks and many of you asked me to make a video talking about what happened
but rather to tell you something you can find in many traditional media, videos and articles
on the Internet I wanted to make a video tribute so that those who did not know this amazing
artist have the opportunity to know who he was and for his fans to remember him as the
human being full of joy and light that his family, friends and the people who had the
opportunity to work with him and know him, describe.
Hey guys, we were hoping to sit this video out but the comments were overwhelming with
requests that we pay some sort of tribute this young star.
Here are some of the comments from the past 15 hours or so....
With Cameron passing away at such a young age we understand how tragic this news story
is.
The world is still mourning the passing of another online entertainer.
It was just two weeks ago addressing these situations titled I need to make this video...
In that video we pledged to donate all the earnings to CAMH, a centre for Addiction and
Mental Health.
With 95K views that video has earned $100 which is great, but it won't go very far.
Any proceeds earned off of this video will also be donated to CAMH.
We are well aware that Cameron passed due to a fatal seizure he had in his sleep and
I did the research, CAMH do studies and research regarding epilepsy so the money will go to
the right place.
In this video we will pay tribute to Cameron's life and career followed by shared messages
from his friends and family.
Cameron Boyce was born on May 28, 1999 in LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA.
His father VICTOR BOYCE, is black of Afro-Caribbean and African-American descent and his mother
LIBBY BOYCE is of Jewish descent.
He also has a younger sister named maya, with whom he was very close and his paternal grandmother
Jo Ann Boyce was one of the Clinton Twelve, the first American-Americans to attend an
integrated high school in the south, way back in 1956.
Since he was a kid Cameron showed that he loved to dance and together with four friends
he formed the breakdance group X Mob.
From there Cameron began his professional career as a model at the age of seven appearing
in the Disney Store catalog and later in ads for different magazines.
In 2007, he began his acting career at the age of eight, appearing in ads for Kraft Macaroni
and Cheese, Bisquick, Fruit Loops and Subaru
Boyce was 8 years old when he appeared in the music video for the song That Green Gentleman
(Things Have Changed), from the group Panic! at the Disco 20back in 2008.
Cameron would play the role of guitarist Ryan Ross as a child.
In July 2008, Cameron made his television debut with a recurring role as Michael Stone
Cates Jr. in the series General Hospital: Night Shift which he appeared for seven episodes.
In addition to these appearances he also debuted on the big screen with a co-starring role
in the horror film Mirrors with Kiefer Sutherland, again in 2008.
He was 9 years old when the movie came hit theatres.
Cameron also worked with Shia LaBeouf in Eagle Eye.
However, it would be in 2010 when his international fame grew after playing Keith Feder, the son
of Adam Sandler in the comedy Grown Ups and later in its sequel
in 2013.
In 2011 he entered the Disney Channel as a guest on Good Luck Charlie, to then be one
of the dancers in the original Disney series Shake It Up.
That same year, Cameron booked one of his most notable roles to date as a co-star in
Jessie.
In 2012, Cameron was part of a cast that won a Young Artist Award for best performance
in the film Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer, based on the Megan McDonald book series.
Later, in 2015, he played Carlos de Vil, son of Cruella de Vil, in the movie Disney Descendants
In 2017 he returned to play the role in the sequel to the movie.
The third part of this movie will be released in August of this year.
Unfortunately Cameron Boyce won't get to see this project with the rest of the world after
he passed away suddenly on July 6, 2019 at his home in Los Angeles.
His family later revealed that the young boy had suffered from epilepsy which resulted
in a fatal seizure while he slept.
His parents shared the follow message with the world:
We lost Cameron.
He died while he slept due to a seizure, the result of an ongoing medical condition for
which he was being treated.
Without a doubt, the world is now without one of its brightest lights, but its spirit
will live through goodness and compassion.
Of all those who knew him and loved him.
Shortly after this post hit the web, TMZ explained that his nervous system was affected and that
the seizures he suffered were so strong that Cameron lost consciousness, chronically affecting
his brain which had him living his life needing constant treatments for the condition.
Cameron had several professional projects in development before his death, among these
were his plans to venture outside of the wonderful world of Disney.
He was to be featured in the upcoming HBO comedy series, Mrs. Fletcher, which is scheduled
to premiere this fall.
He had also shot the independent film Runt where he had been chosen for the lead role
of Cal.
The 6 episode series is described as a group of neglected and unsupervised high school
seniors who are pulled into a downward cycle of violence.
All of these projects will mark a before and after in his career and will serve as testimony
of the talent and potential of the young actor.
Countless celebrities, friends, colleagues and a legion of fans spoke out against the
terrible news.
Among these people was Adam Sandler, who played his father in the GROWN UPS films.
He paid tribute to Boyce with a moving publication where he wrote:
Too young.
Too sweet.
Too funny.
Just the nicest, most talented, and most decent kid around.
Loved that kid.
Cared so much about his family.
Cared so much about the world.
Thank you, Cameron, for all you gave to us.
So much more was on the way.
All our hearts are broken.
Thinking of your amazing family and sending our deepest condolences.‬
Salma Hayek, who played his mother in the same films, also shared her feelings via INSTAGRAM
where she wrote:
I had the privilege to play Cameron’s mother in #grownups1 and 2 and we stayed in touch
through the years He was spirited, talented, kind, generous, funny and a shining light.
His joy will live in our hearts forever as he goes on dancing and shining elsewhere.
My heart goes to his lovely family.
DEBBIE RYAN, friend and co-star on the show JESSIE would upload the next clip with a broken
heart emoji.
PEYTON LIST who portrayed his stepsister on screen shared the following via INSTAGRAM:
The boy whose contagious laugh I can still hear.
The boy who left everyone feeling hopeful and full of love.He was younger than me but
taught me how to spread love and kindness more than anyone that has ever been in my
life.
He lifted everyone around him, and inspired/pushed me to be a better person than I ever would've
been without his guidance, patience, and love.
I can barely see my eyes anymore from crying so hard.
Cameron I love you with every ounce of me, and I thank you for the time I had with you,
being in my life, and being my brother forever and always.
SKI JACKSON, posted to INSTAGRAM:
I don’t even know where to start...
I am at a loss for words.
I never thought in a million years I would be writing this.
Cam, you were one of a kind.
My heart will be forever broken.
I am so happy that I got to spend almost everyday with you on set, you gave the best hugs.
I wish I would have hugged you tighter when I saw you a couple of months ago.
Thank you so much for being the big brother I never had...
I am so distraught and I cannot stop crying!
I love you so much... fly high.
Gods best Angel
ZENDAYA also decided to write the following in an INSTAGRAM STORY:
Absolutely heartbreaking, my heart is with friends and family.
YAHRA SHAIDI actress of BLACKISH and GROWNISH, stated:
Still in shock that we’ve lost this light I’ve known you since we were four and since
that moment it has been clear how talented/ how kind/ how full of energy and love you
are.
One of our first jobs together I was princess jasmine and you were buzz lightyear which
is apropos because throughout the years your brilliance has only grown stronger and more
unstoppable.
Your spirit has left an indelible impression on everyone lucky enough to know you and I’m
grateful to be one of them sending so much love to the rest of your family and friends
DOVE CAMERON, who initially posted an image with the caption: no words, words will come
later.
Recently posted several videos on her Instagram Account, saying everything she needed to say.
But it was not only actors and actresses who remembered
the young actor JOE BIDEN former Vice President of the US posted the following on TWITTER.
I had the opportunity to meet Cameron Boyce at this year’s Courage Awards and through
his work with @ItsOnUs.
He was filled with so much light and served as a tremendous role model for young people.
He's gone far too soon.
@DrBiden and I are sending our prayers to his family.
Michelle Obama also took Twitter to say:
I was lucky enough to share a few moments with Cameron Boyce—on set, at the White
House and on a service project—enough time to recognize that not only did he have incredible
talent, but also an incredible heart.
Sending love & hugs to his family, friends and his many, many fans.
His father VICTOR BOYCE would post the following to TWITTER thanking all of the people who
have shown their support to his family during these horrible events:
I’m overwhelmed with the love and support our family has received.
It really does help to ease the pain of this nightmare I can’t wake up from.
I can’t thank you guys enough
It is not for nothing that everyone agrees that CAMERON was an excellent human being
and friend, he was also one who gave back.
His efforts in philanthropy earned him the Pioneering Spirit Award at an annual gala
for the Thirst Project, a non-profit organization that helps provide drinking water to communities
around the world.
Cameron also helped raise over $30,000 for the organization to build two wells in Swaziland
and was always looking for ways to help make the world
a better place.
As for the rest of the story, well the rest of the story lives on in the legacy of Cameron
Boyce.