Actor and comedian Alex Duong dies at 42
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Key Points:
- Alex Duong, an actor and comedian known for his role on "Blue Bloods," passed away at age 42 after battling alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive soft-tissue cancer.
- Duong died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, with his wife Christina and daughter Everest able to say their goodbyes the night before.
- He was diagnosed last year following symptoms including headaches and a noticeable bulge in his left eye, with the tumor blocking blood flow to his optic nerve.
- Duong's condition rapidly worsened, going into septic shock shortly before his death, as shared by fundraiser organizer Hilarie Steele.
- His acting career included roles on "Blue Bloods," "Pretty Little Liars," "The Young and the Restless," and "90210," among others.
