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Hudson Joseph Meek, who had roles in Baby Driver, MacGyver, Found and The School Duel, died at age 16 after being thrown from a moving vehicle.
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Hollywood has lost a star on the rise.
Hudson Joseph Meek—who appeared in 2017’s Baby Driver as the younger version of Ansel Elgort’s Baby—died Dec. 21 in Alabama. He was 16.
According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, Meek sustained blunt force trauma when he fell from a moving vehicle at around 10:45 p.m. local time on Dec. 19. He died two days later at UAB Hospital, NBC affiliate WTVM reported. His death is under investigation by Vestavia Hills police.
“Our hearts are broken to share that Hudson Meek went home to be with Jesus tonight,” read a family statement posted to his Instagram. “His 16 years on this earth were far too short, but he accomplished so much and significantly impacted everyone he met.”
“Specific details regarding a Celebration of Hudson’s Life to be held on December 28,” the message continued, “as well as how to contribute to a scholarship in Hudson’s memory at Vestavia Hills High School in lieu of flowers, will follow.”
Meek—whose credits include MacGyver, Found and The School Duel—was a sophomore at Vestavia Hills High School, where he played on the football team.
“Hudson’s personality was one of a kind. He was confident, convicted in his beliefs, spontaneous, and quick-witted,” read his online obituary. “He never let the facts get in the way of a funny story, and he loved friendly banter. He was a prankster, loved a good joke, and was happiest when he was making others laugh.”
“Hudson thrived in settings that allowed him to meet and serve new people,” the obit continued. “Hudson was a vibrant and dynamic person who lived life to the fullest.”
Following his death, those close to him flooded social media with tributes.
“Hudson was more than just a talent,” J Pervis Talent Agency, his talent agency, wrote. “He was a source of inspiration and touched so many lives with his enthusiasm, kindness, smile and innate ability to light up a room and never meet a stranger.”
He is survived by his parents and his older brother.
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