Sebastián Athié, known for his role as Lorenzo Guevara in Disney’s O11CE, has died aged 24.
The Mexican actor’s death was confirmed over the weekend by the National Association of Interpreters of Mexico.
A statement read: “The Board of Directors and the ANDI Surveillance Committee communicate the sensitive death of the interpreter Sebastián Athié.
“Our deepest condolences to his family and friends.
“At the moment the causes of death are unknown.”
Sebastian Athie, best known for his role in a hit Disney series, has died at the age of 24. (Image: CEN/@sebastian_athie)
Athié was well-known throughout Latin American due to playing the role of Lorenzo Guevara in the Argentine teen television series which aired on Disney Channel Latin America.
Since the news of his passing broke, tributes from fans and TV networks have flooded social media.
In a poignant tweet, Disney Channel LA said: “Rest in peace, Sebas.
“Your art and your smile stay forever.
“We regret the departure of Sebastián Athié and we will always remember him for his talent, companionship, professionalism and above all, enormous heart.
The Disney star’s death was confirmed over the weekend by the National Association of Interpreters of Mexico. (Image: CEN/@sebastian_athie)
“We accompany his family, friends and fans in his farewell.”
According to local media reports, Athié participated in a Zoom call with fans just a day before his death.
Alongside starring in O11CE, Athié appeared in other series of Mexican channel Televisa, such as ‘La Rosa de Guadalupe’ (The Rose of Guadalupe).
While his acting career went from strength to strength, he also launched a music career in October 2018 releasing a song entitled “Hasta que Vuelvas” (‘Until You Return’) with fellow actor Javier Eloy Bonanno.
The actor launched a music career in October 2018 releasing a song entitled “Hasta que Vuelvas” (‘Until You Return’) (Image: CEN/@sebastian_athie)
Argentine actor Santiago Stieben, who starred alongside Athie in O11CE, paid tribute to his fellow castmember: “I am very sad indeed.
“I hesitated a lot to make this video, but I feel like I want to share with all the love I have for you.
“My hug to your family; my best memories with you always.”
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
