16-year-old American actor Hudson Meek passed away on December 21st in Alabama, where he fell out of a moving vehicle on the 19th and succumbed to his injuries after being hospitalized for two days. The tragic news has left many heartbroken.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, the accident occurred in Vestavia Hills, Alabama on December 19th. The coroner confirmed that Hudson Meek suffered blunt force trauma after falling from the moving vehicle onto the road and was pronounced dead on the evening of December 21st.
Currently, the Vestavia Hills police are investigating this fatal incident.
On the 22nd, Hudson Meek’s family announced on his social media account, “We sadly inform everyone that Hudson Meek has returned to the arms of Jesus tonight. Though his 16 years of life were brief, he accomplished much and had a profound impact on everyone he met.”
Born as a child star, Hudson Meek rose to fame after portraying the lead role’s childhood in the 2017 film “Baby Driver” and went on to appear in several TV series. He was a sophomore at Vestavia Hills High School and a member of the school’s rugby team. He leaves behind his parents, brother, and grandmother, with many fans deeply mourning his passing.