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