Angus Cloud’s ‘situation gradually worsened’ amid drug addiction, according to man who says he led the late Euphoria actor in 2021

A man who claims to have worked for the late Euphoria actor Angus Cloud said the actor struggled with his battle with addiction after completing rehab two years ago.

The Twitter thread from a man named Diomi Cordero came up in April, Page six reported more than three months before Cloud’s death at the age of 25 at his family’s home in Oakland on Monday.

A 911 call was made by Cloud’s mother reporting a “possible overdose” around 11:30 a.m. Monday, sources said. TMZ Monday. She told operators Cloud had no heartbeat, the outlet reported, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

In April, Cordero said in a thread on the social media site that he initially met at a rehab clinic where Cloud was being treated; and that he got back together with the actor on July 4, 2021, when Cloud hosted a party at his house, Page Six reported.

Cordero said in the social media post that Cloud was fresh out of rehab at the time, but showed signs that he was under the influence of drugs.

“When he entered his premises and tried to greet him with a hug, it became immediately apparent that he had resumed his drug abuse just two days after completing his treatment,” Cordero said.

He said Cloud’s “situation” gradually worsened over the coming months, and that by November 2021 it was clear that the Oakland resident had “apparently given up control of his addiction.”

Cordero said that at a time when he was working with Cloud, a roommate of the HBO star called him once to say that Cloud was having trouble breathing.

He said he went to the actor’s house and gave him CPR and Narcan, a drug used to combat narcotics overdoses.

“Unfortunately, when he regained consciousness, Angus vomited in my face,” Cordero said.

Cordero said he came up with a plan to get the actor into another rehab while Cloud worked on Euphoria’s second season during the final two weeks of production.

He said Cloud continued to use narcotics during rehab, eventually checking out early to work on the movie Your Lucky Day.

Cordero said Cloud had been “extremely rude” to him, going “so far as to publicly humiliate me in front of his friends and even my colleagues.”

Cordero said he resigned after another of the actor’s managers told him he didn’t want him to go with him to Europe, where he was going to attend a fashion show for Versace.

Cordero said airport staff on JFK Cloud wouldn’t let him board the plane because he was “so high on drugs.”

In the middle of the thread, Cordero posted a photo of the actor supposedly under the influence of drugs while attending a fashion show.

Cordero said in April that he was pursuing about $60,000 for the work he did for Cloud.

“By sharing my story, I hope not only to find comfort and healing, but also inspire others who may be struggling to find their voice in an industry where most are silenced,” said Cordero. “I wanted to be a testament to the strength to speak up and acknowledge your truth, even in the face of adversity.”

A family insider told TMZ that Cloud had been dealing with “serious suicidal thoughts” after traveling to Ireland for his father’s funeral; and that he was at his childhood home in an effort to “work by overcoming the grief.”

Authorities told the outlet that Cloud’s cause of death has not yet been determined and an investigation has been launched in connection with the death.

Cloud’s family told TMZ in a statement Monday, “It is with the greatest of hearts that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human being today. As an artist, friend, brother and son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways.”

The family alluded to the recent death of Cloud’s father in their statement, and the impact it had on him.

“He buried his father last week and struggled intensely with this loss,” the family said. “The only consolation we have is knowing that Angus is now reunited with his father, who was his best friend.”

The family noted that Cloud was “open about his battle with mental health and we hope his passing can remind others that they are not alone and should not just fight this in silence.”

The family said: ‘We hope the world remembers him for his humour, laughter and love for everyone. We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss.”

Cloud’s family, who played Fezco in the HBO series from 2019 to 2022, has not provided a cause of death for the actor.

On July 14, he had shared a post on Instagram with an image of his father with the caption “miss u breh.”

Cloud had previously appeared in films such as 2023’s The Line opposite John Malkovich, 2021’s North Hollywood and in the TV series The Perfect Women. He had also appeared in music videos for Becky G & Karol G’s Mamii in 2022; and in Juice WRLD cigarettes in 2022.

Cloud had a number of projects in the works, including two unreleased movies, according to iMDbincluding a horror movie titled Your Lucky Day and an Oakland drama titled Freaky Tales, starring Pedro Pascal and Ben Mendelsohn.

He was also linked to Scream 6 due out next year.

Production on season three of Euphoria hasn’t started yet.

Cloud had no acting experience prior to his role in Euphoria, as he was discovered by casting scout Eléonore Hendricks while out for a walk in New York City, according to the AP.

Cloud was initially skeptical about the opportunity, thinking it was a scam, but eventually got the part after meeting casting director Jennifer Venditti.

Fans of the show praised Cloud for his authenticity in the role, to the extent that he spoke to the misconceptions people had that he didn’t have to do much when the cameras were on.

“It bothers me when people say, ‘It must be so easy! You can go in and be yourself,” he said Variety. “I’m like, ‘Why don’t you do that?’ It’s not that simple. I added a lot to the character. You can believe what you want. It has nothing to do with me.’

A statement from Euphoria’s Twitter page read: ‘We are incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of Angus Cloud. He was immensely talented and a beloved part of the HBO and Euphoria family. We extend our deepest condolences to his friends and family at this difficult time.”

On social media, a number of fans mourned the untimely passing of the actor, commenting on the authenticity and charisma he brought to his work.

“NOT ANGUS CLOUD PLS :(” said one user. “This is the most heartbreaking thing ever. A true talent has been lost. Angus Cloud you will ALWAYS be remembered, this is truly the worst news. Our fezco always.”

Another commented, ‘Angus Cloud got into Euphoria with no acting experience and then effortlessly created the show’s most charming character.

“He had a long career ahead of him, but only Fez will be an iconic character for generations. I hope he’s at peace now.’

Some users drew parallels to his passing and the death of rapper Mac Miller at the age of 26 in September 2018.

“The loss of Angus Cloud brings back a certain feeling I had when we first heard that Mac Miller had passed away….” said one user.

Another commented, “I so wanted to see Angus Cloud play as Mac Miller in a biopic. Damn. RIP to them both. Both died TOO young.’