We’ve learned the sad news today that actor Nicholas Tucci, known to horror fans for his roles in You’re Next and “Channel Zero: The Dream Door,” has passed away at just 38 years old.
The young actor played Felix in 2011’s You’re Next and Jason in two episodes of “The Dream Door.” He also appeared in 2010’s Undocumented and 2018’s slasher film The Ranger.
Tucci’s other acting credits include Choose (2011), Chilling Visions: 5 Senses of Fear (2013), Faults (2014), “Daredevil” (2016), Long Lost (2018) and Myth (2019).
He’ll also be seen in upcoming horror films Ten Minutes to Midnight and Come Home.
Nick’s father Alexander Tucci paid tribute to his son on Facebook, writing:
“On Tuesday, March 3, Nick died at the Smilow Cancer Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. Nick chose to keep his illness private so that he could continue to pursue his professional and artistic dreams for as long as possible. In the last year, he was able to audition, go on location, and continue the work he loved so much.”
“To those of you in the film, television, and theater communities…thank you for guiding, encouraging, and supporting Nick. To those of you who enjoyed Nick’s work on the screen and stage…thank you for recognizing his talent and appreciating his efforts. To all…thank you for your gift of friendship to my son.”
We offer our sincerest condolences to Nicholas’s family and friends.