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The loss of Ron Cephas Jones at the age of 66 brings together the people who knew him personally and the people who worked with him on the set.
Dan Fogelman, creator this is uson social media to mourn the loss of Cephas and to remember the “magical time” of collaborating on the drama series together.
“a huge loss. Ron was the absolute best – on screen, on stage, and in real life. the best. Easiest comment and laughter. And oh my god: what an actor. I don’t think I ever changed a single take of him…because everything he did was perfect…”, Fogelman subscriber On X, the microblogging social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
In a second post, Fogelman continued, “I got to know Ron first in the beginning this is us, a magical time when it felt like we were all shot out of a cannon. He was always consistent, always grateful – even when the madness was going on around us. He liked actors. I love his daughter. And we loved it. all of us.”
Mandy Moore, who played Rebecca Pearson, took on the drama series Instagram To remember the late actor with a heart-warming post.
Getting to know Ron and working with him on his wilderness trip this is us He was the greatest gift — he was pure magic as a human being and an artist… I will cherish all the moments forever,” Moore wrote. “
Moore continued, “I’ll never forget how special it was to film this particular episode and welcome him back to say a fitting goodbye to the TIU family and the whole experience. I’m just so sad. My thoughts and love are with Jasmine and his family and friends. I love you.”
Susan Kelechi remembers Watson-Jones with a special social media post.
“It was really an instant attraction,” Watson wrote on Instagram. “Like any time I was in the room, I was quickly making my way to you. Was it New York energy, We both getting our big break at the same time, Coolness, booty, stories of hardships and triumphs, honesty, laughter, humor, laughter, laughter, humor and honesty “The honesty. The freedom and generosity with which you gave your authentic self. Let me introduce you. The joy of your meteoric rise at 59 years of age. I share deeply in that joy.”
Watson continued, “The fact that I can say, ‘Hey… do you want to go to dinner and rehearse this scene?'” she said, recalling their time together on an NBC drama series. “Reading, rehearsing, stage. You know him well. Your hand was short. I’ve seen firsthand your commitment to wanting to do your best every time…the best you can ever do. You were not satisfied unless everyone was satisfied when cut was called.”
“I appreciate all the check-ins we shared as you continued your journey on new adventures,” she added. “The reunion we had and the love that was always there. You were my friend. And what a blessing it is in this life to have a friend who calls you. You loved being an actor, an artist, a seeker of life forever. But I knew you loved nothing more than Jasmine.” My heart goes out to you, [Jasmine]. You were music to his soul. Permit. Permit. Permit.”
“Once for the kindest cat. One time for the mark he left that will remain,” Watson concluded in her emotional tribute. “Big standing ovation to my man, Ron Cephas Jones. God bless you and guide you home sweetly buddy. I miss you…”
Chrissy Metz also took to Instagram to pay tribute to Jones, saying, “Ron, thank you for brightening every room you walk into. I will never forget and have been transformed by your kind heart, wonderful spirit, immeasurable talent, and beautiful smile. May your transition be filled with light and peace. Sending all my love to Jasmine and his loved ones.” During this time. You really are the coolest cat.”
Sterling K. Brown, who played Jones’ biological son this is usHe also took to social media to share his thoughts after learning of the actor’s loss.
Brown co Instagram.
“[Jones] He passed away, and the world became a little less bright.” “Brother, you are loved. We will miss you. Make them laugh in the next stage of existence, and I’ll see you when I get there.”
TV 20, studio behind this is usIt also mourned Jones’ loss and issued a statement.
Ron has touched millions with his amazing Emmy Award-winning work this is usBeautifully portrayed by William Hale. He loved everyone he worked with in a very deep way, and he made sure they knew that,” read the statement. “His remarkable talent is matched only by his kindness. He will be missed by all those lucky enough to call him a colleague and friend, and we send our deepest condolences to his family and friends.”
Jones died at the age of 66 after a “prolonged lung problem”.
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