Kevin Clark, who played drummer Freddy “Spazzy McGee” Jones in The School of Rock, has died after being hit by a car.
The former child star had been riding his bike in Chicago when he was fatally struck by a vehicle.
Clark, 32, was taken to hospital but pronounced dead an hour later, according to the Chicago Fire Department and the Cook County medical examiner’s office.
Police told the Chicago Sun Times that a 20-year-old woman was driving that car that hit Clarke and she was issued citations
Clark found fame after starring alongside Jack Black in the comedy School of Rock in 2003.
He was 12-year-old when he landed the part as outspoken drummer Jones.
Following the tragedy, Kevin’s mother Alison Clark paid tribute to her boy and said he had still been making music.
Alison said her son played in several bands, including his most recent project, Jessie Bess and the Intentions, who performed in their first live show on Saturday.
“He’s just a raw talent. He’s got a heart of gold,” said Alison.
She revealed her son never acted again after appearing in the hugely successful kids film but continued his passion for music.
Alison revealed that her son had no previous acting experience but landed a part in the school band when he attended the auditions with a friend.
“He just kind of shined,” said the mum. “He took it on right away, but he never really acted afterwards.”
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