'True Blood' Cast Reacts to Death of Nelsan Ellis
The cast of the beloved series True Blood is speaking out to remember their co-star Nelsan Ellis, who sadly died at the age of 39.
Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer, Joe Manganiello, Sam Trammell, Kristin Bauer van Straten, and Anna Camp were among the first cast members to write tweets paying tribute to the late actor.
Nelsan passed away after complications from heart failure and fans will always remember his groundbreaking performance as Lafayette on the hit HBO series. His character was killed off in the books, but Nelsan‘s amazing performance inspired the writers to keep him alive and he was featured in all 81 episodes.
Read the tweets below.
Anna Paquin – Sookie Stackhouse
It was an utter privilege to work with the phenomenally talented and deeply kind soul .@OfficialNelsan I'm devastated by his untimely death. pic.twitter.com/If17csduHz
— Anna Paquin (@AnnaPaquin) July 8, 2017
Stephen Moyer – Bill Compton
Nelsan Ellis was truly remarkable. A brilliant, charismatic, intelligent, soulful, wonderful dude. this is just completely tragic.
— Stephen Moyer (@smoyer) July 8, 2017
Joe Manganiello – Alcide Herveaux
Crushed today by the loss of my friend and castmate Nelsan Ellis. He was a wonderful person, a pioneer, and a one of a kind artist. RIP pic.twitter.com/fvtquhIac7
— Joe Manganiello (@JoeManganiello) July 8, 2017
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Sam Trammell – Sam Merlotte
I don't know if I've ever seen the level of humility and kindness that came with the Magnificent Talent that Nelsan Ellis had. Miss u friend
— Sam Trammell (@SamTrammell) July 8, 2017
Kristin Bauer van Straten – Pam De Beaufort
I have no words yet… https://t.co/W9STRDchn5
— Kristin Bauer (@BauervanStraten) July 8, 2017
She later wrote on Instagram, “One of the sweetest most talented men I’ve ever met. A terrible loss for all of us. Rest In Peace Nelsan. You will be missed. I don’t know how else to put words to this terribly sad news…”
Anna Camp – Sarah Newlin
My heart is broken today over the loss of @OfficialNelsan I was in complete awe of your talent and so honored to have known your kindness.
— Anna Camp (@TheRealAnnaCamp) July 8, 2017
Deborah Ann Woll – Jessica Hamby
Heartbreaking. https://t.co/LuDtfxBUJB
— Deborah Ann Woll (@DeborahAnnWoll) July 8, 2017
Michael Raymond-James – Rene Lenier
Unbelievably sad news. Nelsan was such a sweet, gentle soul with an enormous talent. He will be missed greatly RIP https://t.co/NDdoaeM6Pj
— MichaelRaymond-James (@MRaymondJames) July 8, 2017
Michael McMillian – Steve Newlin
Stunned, devastated by the terrible news of @OfficialNelsan's passing. Nelsan was a genius and a beautiful soul. Sending love to his family.
— Michael McMillian (@McMillzz) July 8, 2017
Aisha Hinds – Miss Jeannette
This DEVASTATING news about @OfficialNelsan just EMPTIED me….His passing is hard to process right now…�’” So.Gifted.
— Aisha Hinds (@AishaHinds) July 8, 2017
Mehcad Brooks – Eggs
Just got word that @nelsanellisofficial made the transition from body to spirit. Fuck this one really got me. This was truly the only person from #TrueBlood I consistently stayed in touch with and was a friend through it all. You all know him as an amazing actor, a light on the screen with an unparalleled bravery and talent. But I knew him as a good dude, with an easy laugh and ready to problem solve at a moment’s notice. Last we spoke he was considering going to law school. Forever an inspiration Mr. Ellis. #ripnelsanellis
Todd Lowe – Terry Bellefleur
So blessed to share the screen with you you beautiful man. pic.twitter.com/DCD6WLAdJn
— Todd Lowe (@Todd__Lowe) July 8, 2017
Michelle Forbes – Maryann Forrester
Heart is shattered hearing of tragic news of #NelsanEllis passing. Devastated.He possessed such humility & fearless talent. U r deeply loved
— Michelle Forbes (@MishkaForbes) July 8, 2017
#NelsanEllis you were pure genius. We were all so shockingly fortunate to work with you. Graceful & utterly fearless �’”�’”�’” https://t.co/mI0YwePwJz
— Michelle Forbes (@MishkaForbes) July 8, 2017
Jim Parrack – Hoyt Fortenberry
My brother and a piece of my heart is gone from here … but just gone on. @OfficialNelsan thank you for sharing your life sweet angel
— Jim Parrack (@parrack120) July 8, 2017
Lauren Bowles – Holly Cleary
I. Am. So. Sad. https://t.co/qk0SWqzwCq
— Lauren Bowles (@LaurenEBowles) July 8, 2017
Janina Gavankar – Luna Garza
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to https://t.co/J2tRczKK4p or https://t.co/EfHSchRLR3
— janina gavankar (@Janina) July 8, 2017
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