Taken by a rare and aggressive cancer at the age of 42, comedian and actor Alex Duong, known for his role in the series Blue Bloods, leaves behind a discreet yet remarkable career, as well as a deeply supportive community that rallied around him during his painful final months. A memorial service will be held soon.
The world of stand-up comedy and American television is in mourning. Alex Duong passed away on Saturday, March 28, at the age of 42, after a year-long battle with a rare and aggressive cancer , as reported by USA Today . This sudden loss came after a rapid decline in his health. Hospitalized at St. John’s Hospital in Santa Monica after suffering septic shock , the comedian had been “fighting for his life” for several hours when his family announced his death . “It is with extremely heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Alex, who passed away peacefully this morning, surrounded by love and family,” read the statement released by his family.
