Jahmil French, star of Degrassi: The Next Generation and Soundtrack, dead at 29
Jahmil French, the Toronto-born star of Degrassi: The Next Generation, has died, his manager confirmed to CBC News. He was 29.
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Posted: Mar 02, 2021 4:14 PM ET | Last Updated: March 3
Jahmil French arrives on the red carpet at the Canadian Screen Awards in Toronto on Sunday, March 11, 2018. (Chris Young/Canadian Press)
Jahmil French, the Toronto-born star of
Degrassi: The Next Generation, has died, his manager confirmed to CBC News. He was 29. It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of a dear friend and client Jahmil French, Gabrielle Kachman said in a statement.
Former Degrassi Actor Jahmil French Dead at 29
Published Mar 02, 2021
Jahmil French, the actor best known for playing Dave Turner in
Degrassi: The Next Generation, has died. News broke today that the Scarborough-born performer died at the age of 29. It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of a dear friend and client Jahmil French, a rep for the actor said in a statement released to the media. He will be remembered by many for his passion for the arts, his commitment to his craft, and his vibrant personality. I ask that you keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.