As reported byÂ
Variety, his agent Gabrielle Kachman confirmed the news on March 2, writing, 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. I ask that you keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Hailing from Toronto, Canada, Jahmilâs other credits include
A Day Late and a Dollar Short alongside Whoopi Goldberg,
The Divide, Boost, and most recently Netflixâs
Soundtrack, a musical drama that premiered on the streaming platform in December 2019 and was canceled in January 2020 after one season. After news of Jahmilâs passing broke,
Jahmil French has sadly passed away at age 29. The Canadian actor starred as Dave Turner on the beloved teen series “Degrassi”. He most recently played Dante Sands in Netflix’s “Soundtrack”. French’s agent confirmed the news in a statement shared with ET Canada. RELATED: Drake Reveals What Happens When He Is Drunk: ‘I Stare Down
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