American cinema was shocked by the news of the tragic death of the young actor Hudson Meek, who played the young version of the main character in the film “Baby Driver.” Mick, who was just 16 years old, died from injuries sustained when he fell from a moving car. How this happened remains a mystery.
According to reports from Alabama, the accident occurred on Thursday in the city of Vestavia Hills. Mick was rushed to hospital in critical condition, where he died two days later from his injuries. The district police began an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.
Mick began his career in film and television at an early age. One of his most notable projects was his role in the popular film Baby Driver (2017), where he played the young hero, played by Ansel Elgort as an adult. The film, directed by Edgar Wright, was commercially successful and received high critical acclaim.
‘Baby Driver’ star Hudson Meek has died at the age of 16 after falling off a moving vehicle in an accident. pic.twitter.com/X4BJjRCHqv
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“Our hearts are broken to report that Hudson Meek has passed away. His 16 years in this world were too short, but during this time he managed to achieve a lot and had a huge impact on everyone he met,” says a message published on his Instagram account. The actor’s family said a memorial service will be held on Dec. 28 and a scholarship fund will be established in his honor at Vestavia Hills High School.
A teen actor who was on the rise after starring on the Hollywood action thriller Baby Driver has died aged just 16. Full story: pic.twitter.com/ZFo78H2imI
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