The world has unfortunately lost a very talented actor as Anton Yelchin has passed away at the age of 27. Yelchin was killed in a freak car accident and TMZ reports that he was found pinned between a running car that was in neutral, and a brick mailbox. Anton’s driveway is reportedly on a steep incline which caused the car to roll and it’s not known why decided to exit the vehicle. Anton Yelchin was supposed to show up for a rehearsal last night and when he never arrived friends went to his house and that’s where they found his body.
Yelchin’s family, friends, fans and co-stars are all mourning the loss of the young talented actor and our sincerest condolences go out to Anton’s friends and family during this tough time. Many people are sharing kind words about Anton on social media and you can see what they’re saying below.
— Bad Robot (@bad_robot) June 19, 2016
I loved Anton Yelchin so much. He was a true artist – curious, beautiful, courageous. He was a great pal and a great son. I'm in ruins.
— John Cho (@JohnTheCho) June 19, 2016
I can't believe it , I m fckn hurting bad !
— Karl Urban (@KarlUrban) June 19, 2016
Anton Yelchin was a phenomenal actor who's work I greatly admired. He seemed like a very special, kind person. No words..
— Grant Gustin (@grantgust) June 19, 2016
Absolutely devastated to hear about Anton Yelchin. He was such a gifted, natural actor & a deeply kind man. My thoughts are with his family.
— Tom Hiddleston (@twhiddleston) June 19, 2016
So very sad to hear about Anton Yelchin. What an incredible talent & kind person. Deepest condolences to his family
— Danielle Panabaker (@dpanabaker) June 19, 2016
I only got to work with Anton Yelchin for one day but immediately he was the kind of person you rooted for & wanted to see thrive.
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) June 19, 2016
Today we mourn the passing of Anton Yelchin. He was beloved by so many and he will missed by all. pic.twitter.com/POChZ2XwyI
— Star Trek (@StarTrekMovie) June 19, 2016
Beyond sad and stunned to hear about Anton Yelchin.
So talented.
So tragic.
My thoughts are with his family and friends.
— Dane DeHaan (@danedehaan) June 19, 2016