Zach Braff has paid his respects to Scrubs co-star Sam Lloyd who sadly passed away from an inoperable brain tumour, at the age of 56.
The 45-year-old penned an emotional tribute to the actor, who played loveable hospital lawyer Ted Buckland on the American series, saying he “could have not been a kinder man”.
News of his death was confirmed on Friday evening, and came after he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour in January last year.
Sharing a snap of Sam on his Instagram page, Zach, who played John “JD” Dorian on the show, wrote: “Rest in peace to one of the funniest actors I’ve ever had the joy of working with.
Sam Lloyd, who played Ted Buckland on Scrubs, has died ages 56 (Image: Allstar/NBC)
“Sam Lloyd made me crack up and break character every single time we did a scene together. He could not have been a kinder man. I will forever cherish the time I had with you, Sammy.”
A number of other Scrubs stars also wrote heartfelt tributes to the actor, including the programme’s creator Bill Lawrence.
He wrote: “Thinking a lot about Sam Lloyd today. (Ted). Truly such a kind, sweet guy. He will be missed by so many.”
Kate Micucci, who played Ted’s girlfriend Stephanie Gooch in the series, wrote: “So sad to hear the news about Sam. [He] was one of the warmest, funniest and most generous actors I’ve ever worked with.
“I loved getting to sing with him and it was an honour to play his girlfriend on Scrubs. He will be so missed.”
And Turk actor, Donald Faison, put: “Rest In Peace Sam. God bless your family. I’ll always treasure our time together singing, playing basketball, laughing, working and partying. You’re a true gem.”
The actor was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour last year (Image: Allstar/NBC)
Sarah Chalke, who portrayed doctor Elliot Reid on the sitcom, wrote: “Oh Sam…I feel so lucky I got the chance to know and work with you. You were the the kindest, funniest man. Sending so much love to your family. Rest in peace.”
Lloyd is survived by his wife Vanessa and his son Weston, who was born shortly after Lloyd’s diagnosis in 2019.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
