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‘One Tree Hill’ Star Passes Away At 35
Paul Teal, an actor known for his role on the hit TV series One Tree Hill, has died at the age of 35. His partner, Emilia Torello, shared the news in a heartfelt Instagram post on Sunday, revealing that Teal passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024.
“The most thoughtful, inspiring, driven, self-disciplined, loving man passed away on Friday,” Torello wrote. “Paul, you were my soulmate, my soon-to-be-husband, my rock, and my future. You filled my lungs with laughter, my stomach with butterflies, and my heart with love. You were taken too soon, in a battle that you fought bravely without fail.”
She continued, “While a part of me died with you, I promise to fight to find joy in life as hard as you fought to live every single day. The world is lucky to have even had a moment with Paul Teal, and I am the luckiest person in it, because I got to call you mine. I will love you forever.”
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Teal’s acting career spanned film, television, and stage, but he gained widespread recognition for his work on One Tree Hill, where his talent and charisma made a lasting impression on fans. Beyond his on-screen roles, Teal was celebrated by colleagues and friends for his professionalism and his passion for his craft.
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Teal appeared as Josh in seven episodes of “One Tree Hill.” Co-star Bethany Joy Lenz also honored the late actor with a tribute post on Instagram.
“My heart is heavy. Paul Teal was the kind of guy who lit up a room without trying. His bright smile, infectious laugh and kind heart made you want to be near him,” Lenz wrote.
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“Paul, your time here was like a summer romance for all of us who knew you, especially if only for a season. Bursting, exciting, deeply moving, and unforgettable.”
Teal was born in 1989 in Wilmington, North Carolina. He was also recognized for his roles in “Deep Water” (2022), and “Fear Street: Part Two – 1978” (2021).
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