Continue to Hollywoodlife () SKIP AD
Hollywood Life Logo Image

Hollywood Life

Today's Top Stories

  • See Pics

    Emily Ratajkowski Breastfeeds Her Baby Sylvester, 1 Month, In Sweet New Photos

  • Machine Gun Kelly
    See Pic

    Machine Gun Kelly Photographed Arriving & Leaving LA Club With A Mystery Blonde

  • Kendall Jenner
    SHOP

    9 Comfortable & Stylish Wire-Free Bras Like Kendall Jenner’s To Wear This Spring

Hollywood Life
  • Home
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Celebrity Bios
  • Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Shopping
  • Celebrity News
  • World News
  • Exclusives
  • Politics
  • Celebrity Babies
  • Opinions
ALL NEWS
  • vanessa

    Vanessa Hudgens Bares Her Midriff In Extreme Cutout Dress & Looks Gorgeous — Pics

  • Why Iggy Azalea Has ‘Never Been Happier’ 6 Months After Playboy Carti Split

  • Khloe Kardashian Channels ‘Avatar’ In Skintight Blue Bodysuit For Night Out With Sisters — Pics

  • Award Shows
  • At The Movies
  • TV
  • Music
  • Sports
  • Sex & Relationships
  • Holidays
  • Entertainment Features
  • Podcast
  • Oscar Contenders
ALL ENTERTAINMENT
  • Kevin Quinn

    ‘A Week Away’ Star Kevin Quinn: The Movie Helped Me In ‘Rediscovering My Faith’

  • ‘Game Of Thrones’ Cast: Where Are They Now? — Sophie Turner, Kit Harington & More

  • ‘Mama June’ Recap: Pumpkin Confronts June’s Boyfriend Geno Over Their Drug Abuse

  • Taylor Swift
  • Rihanna
  • Selena Gomez
  • Kim Kardashian
  • Kylie Jenner
  • Kendall Jenner
  • Justin Bieber
  • Miley Cyrus
  • Gigi Hadid
  • Khloe Kardashian
  • Jennifer Lopez
  • Angelina Jolie
  • Harry Styles
  • Kourtney Kardashian
ALL CELEBRITY BIOS
  • vanessa

    Vanessa Hudgens Bares Her Midriff In Extreme Cutout Dress & Looks Gorgeous — Pics

  • Why Iggy Azalea Has ‘Never Been Happier’ 6 Months After Playboy Carti Split

  • Khloe Kardashian Channels ‘Avatar’ In Skintight Blue Bodysuit For Night Out With Sisters — Pics

  • Fragrance
  • Hair Care
  • Health
  • Makeup
  • Nails
  • Beauty Features
  • Skincare
  • Makeover
  • Diet & Fitness
ALL BEAUTY
  • Massy Arias

    Gabrielle Union’s Trainer Massy Arias Shares Full-Body HIIT Workout With No Equipment Needed

  • Hailey Baldwin & More Stars Swear By This Mineral Sunscreen That Has Over 17,700 Reviews

  • Jane Fonda, Brooklyn Decker, Allison Janney & More Stars Looking Stylish With Grey Hair

  • Red Carpet
  • Weddings
  • Fashion Features
  • Shopping
ALL FASHION
  • Kendall Jenner

    9 Comfortable & Stylish Wire-Free Bras Like Kendall Jenner’s To Wear This Spring

  • 10 Sexy Pink Bikinis To Shop Soon To Look Like Sofia Richie & Kylie Jenner

  • 9 Stars Slaying In Sheer Cover-Ups Over Bikinis: Larsa Pippen, Amelia Hamlin & More

  • Share This Article
  • Reddit
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Email
  • Print
  • Talk
Next Up

Why Rebel Wilson’s Ex Jacob Busch Wished Her A Happy Birthday 1 Month After Their Split

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Newsletters
  • Search Close

Trending

  • Bonnie Says
  • Celeb Babies
  • TV
  • Celeb Galleries
  • At Home With...
  • Royal Funeral
Search

NewsExpand Menu

  • Celebrity News
  • World News
  • Exclusives
  • Politics
  • Celebrity Babies
  • Opinions
  • Rock The Vote

EntertainmentExpand Menu

  • Entertainment Features
  • TV
  • Award Shows
  • At The Movies
  • Music
  • Sports
  • Sex & Relationships
  • Podcast
  • At Home With...

BeautyExpand Menu

  • Fragrance
  • Hair Care
  • Health
  • Makeup
  • Nails
  • Skincare
  • Beauty Features
  • Diet & Fitness
  • Shopping

FashionExpand Menu

  • Red Carpet
  • Weddings
  • Fashion Features
  • Shopping

TrendingExpand Menu

  • Bonnie Says
  • TV
  • Celeb Galleries
  • At Home With...
  • Royal Funeral

About UsExpand Menu

  • About Us
  • Writer Bios
  • Scoops, Tips & Corrections
  • Subscribe To Newsletter
  • Contact Us

Celebrity ProfilesExpand Menu

  • Kim Kardashian
  • Kylie Jenner
  • Justin Bieber
  • Selena Gomez
  • Taylor Swift
  • Rihanna
  • Kendall Jenner
  • Miley Cyrus
  • Gigi Hadid
  • Jennifer Lopez
  • Angelina Jolie
Follow Us
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Newsletters
Alerts & Newsletters
  • Jobs
  • Scoops & Corrections
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • California Privacy Rights
  • AdChoices
  • Data Policy
  • Do Not Sell My Personal Information
© 2021 Hollywoodlife.com, LLC.
  • News
  • Celebrity News
See Messages
March 3, 2021 12:05AM EST

‘Degrassi’ Stars Mourn The Death Of Their Co-Star Jahmil French After He Tragically Dies At 29

Jahmil French
Everett Collection
Jahmil French
Canadian Screen Awards, Toronto, Canada - 11 Mar 2018
Editorial use only. No book cover usage.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Parrish Lewis/Netflix/Kobal/Shutterstock (10527148k)
Jahmil French as Dante Mendoza
'Soundtrack' TV Show Season 1 - 2019
Music connects the lives of random people living in Los Angeles.
Editorial use only. No book cover usage.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Parrish Lewis/Netflix/Kobal/Shutterstock (10527148m)
Jahmil French as Dante Mendoza
'Soundtrack' TV Show Season 1 - 2019
Music connects the lives of random people living in Los Angeles.
Jahmil French
'Degrassi' episode screening party, New York, America - 18 Feb 2012 View Gallery View Gallery 5 Photos.
Beth Shilliday
Senior Evening Writer
  • Share This Article
  • Reddit
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Email
  • Print
  • Talk

Jahmil French’s former ‘Degrassi’ co-stars are sharing their heartbreak over the actor’s tragic passing at just 29-years-old. We’ve got their messages of mourning.

Those who worked with and knew actor Jahmil French well from his nearly 150 episodes on Degrassi The Next Generation are devastated by his sudden death at the age of 29. His agent and friend Gabrielle Kachman confirmed to HollywoodLife.com on Mar. 2, “It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of a dear friend and client Jahmil French. He will be remembered by many for his passion for the arts, his commitment to his craft, and his vibrant personality.” Now his Degrassi co-stars are speaking out with their memories of the actor, who portrayed Dave Turner between 2009-2013.

‘Degrassi’ cast members are in mourning over the sudden passing of Jahmil French. Photo credit: Everett Collection.

“@jahmilfrench, you will always hold such a special place in my heart,” Melinda Shankar, 29, who played his character’s love interest Alli Bhandari on Degrassi, wrote on Instagram. She added, “Thank you for being one of the most talented, compassionate, kindest, funniest friends I have. You were so loved.” She shared a series of photos of the pair at events, on set, and just goofing off as pals.

Melinda also wanted to make sure that fans are able to send their love, support and memories to Jahmil’s family, as she later tweeted, “If anyone has a love note, fan art, videos or anything about Jahmil they’d like me to pass on to his family please share and I absolutely will. Happy memories are priceless during this time.”

If anyone has a love note, fan art, videos or anything about Jahmil they’d like me to pass on to his family please share and I absolutely will. Happy memories are priceless during this time.

— Melinda Shankar (@melindashankar) March 2, 2021

The show’s lead Stefan Brogren, who appeared on 332 episodes of Degrassi between 2001-2015 as Archie “Snake” Simpson, tweeted a photo of a smiling Jahmil. The 48-year-old wrote, “I’m sick with the news of Jahmil’s passing. He performed Dave with such sensitivity and thoughtfulness and could make me laugh so easily. It was a pleasure to work with him and he will be missed. This is a real loss. Rest In Peace.”

Actress Annie Clark — who played Fiona Coyne — shared a video of Jahmil dancing to her Twitter account, writing, “Heartbroken over the loss of our friend Jahmil French. This video is how I’ll always think of him. So full of energy and fun. He was always dancing. A true talent and a great friend. We will all miss you so much Jahmil.”

Heartbroken over the loss of our friend Jahmil French. This video is how I’ll always think of him. So full of energy and fun. He was always dancing. A true talent and a great friend. We will all miss you so much Jahmil 💔 pic.twitter.com/hgKibZ1h1j

— Annie Clark (@anniejclark) March 2, 2021

Annie later shared an Instagram post with numerous photos of the pair on set together, in memorable scenes and just generally smiling and having fun. The 38-year-old wrote, “‪Heartbroken over the loss of our friend Jahmil French. We started on Degrassi the same year and I’ll never forget the day I met him. Jahmil was so full of energy and absolute joy to be around. He was such a special person and I’m so grateful for the memories we made. I still can’t believe it. Gone way too soon. He will be so missed by us all.”

Aislinn Paul — who played Clare Edwards in 231 episodes of Degrassi between 2006-2015 — tweeted, “My heart is broken. I feel strange, announcing these things I wish I had told him more often. Reached out more often. The regret is acute. He deserved his flowers when he was here. I hope he knew how much love & admiration there was for him in this world.”

My heart is broken. I feel strange, announcing these things I wish I had told him more often. Reached out more often. The regret is acute. He deserved his flowers when he was here. I hope he knew how much love & admiration there was for him in this world.

— Aislinn Paul (@aislinnpaul) March 2, 2021

She continued in a second tweet, “Jahmil French was an incredible person, so full of talent and passion for his work. He lit up a room with his energy and dance moves. An easy smile and a natural charisma. He will be so missed,” and added in a third post, “In a year full of grief, it’s hard to comprehend how there can be room for more. And yet.”

Actor A.J. Saudin who played Connor Deslauriers tweeted, “Still doesn’t and will never feel real. Rest In Peace Jahmil.” Christine Prosperi, who played Imogen, shared photos next to a smiling Jahmil and wrote, “My heart is so heavy. Truly one of a kind. Rest In Peace,” on her Twitter account.

Linda Schuyler, Co-Creator and Executive Producer of Degrassi: The Next Generation remembered Jahmil in a message sent out by the show’s Twitter account. In it she wrote, “I am heartbroken to hear about the loss of Jahmil. Jahmil was an extraordinary talent and a bright light on and off the screen. He was a joy to work with on Degrassi: The Next Generation. He brought an authenticity and burst of life to every scene he was in and infused his character ‘Dave’ with an airy lightness. Off screen Jahmil would always make me smile. He will be deeply missed.” The cause of Jahmil’s sudden passing has yet to be determined.

Click to Subscribe to Our HollywoodLife Daily Newsletter to get more celeb news.
  • Share This Article
  • Reddit
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Email
  • Print
  • Talk
Degrassi: The Next Generation

More Related News:

  • Jahmil French: 5 Things To Know About 'Degrassi' Star Who Has Died At 29
  • Drake's Unrecognizable In Decade-Old 'Degrassi' Throwback Insta -- See Before & After Pics
  • Drake ‘Feels Bad’ People Were Left Out Of 'Degrassi' Reunion-- It Was ‘Nothing Personal’

Most Read

Queen Elizabeth, 94: First Photos Since Death Of Prince Philip, 99, Walking Her Beloved Corgis

elizabeth

Kelly Ripa, 50, Wears Black Swimsuit & Wades In The Ocean In Throwback Vacation Pic

Kelly Ripa

Johnny Depp Seen In Rare Photos In Spain, As His Lawyers Announce New Evidence Against Amber Heard

Prince Philip’s Funeral: See Photos of Prince Harry, The Queen, & Royal Family Honoring His Life

January Jones, 43, Wears Just Sunglasses & Pink Pants As She Jokes She ‘Can’t Find A Top’ — See Pic

January Jones

Have news, pics or video on a breaking news story?

Send us your Tip

Have news, pics or video on a breaking news story?

Send us your Tip

More From Our Brands

  • Emily Ratajkowski Just Shared the Sweetest New Breastfeeding Selfie
    SheKnows

    Emily Ratajkowski Just Shared the Sweetest New Breastfeeding Selfie

  • These Faux Freckle Products are the Secret to Mastering This Viral Beauty Trend—No Filter Required
    StyleCaster

    These Faux Freckle Products are the Secret to Mastering This Viral Beauty Trend—No Filter Required

  • BlogHer Job Board: Remote Freelance Opportunities for Creatives
    Blogher

    BlogHer Job Board: Remote Freelance Opportunities for Creatives

  • Days of Our Lives Spoilers April 19 – 30
    Soaps

    Days of Our Lives Spoilers April 19 – 30

    HollywoodLife

    • About Us
    • Advertise With Us
    • Scoops & Corrections
    • Contact Us

    Legal

    • Privacy Policy
    • California Privacy Rights
    • AdChoices
    • Terms of Use
    • Data Policy
    • Do Not Sell My Personal Information

    News

    • Celebrity News
    • World News
    • Exclusives
    • Celebrity Babies

    Connect

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
© Copyright 2021 Hollywoodlife.com, LLC.
Powered by WordPress.com VIP
ad