Trending Now - Beloved Comedian and Actor Alex Duong Passes Away at 42
WHO:
Deadline - Alex Duong, a comedian, writer, and actor based in Los Angeles, has died at the age of 42.
TMZ - Alex Duong, who appeared on "Jeff Ross Presents Roast Battle" and "Blue Bloods," has died.
WHAT:
Deadline - Duong was diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer affecting soft tissue.
TMZ - Duong died after a year-long battle with cancer.
WHERE:
Deadline - Duong was based in Los Angeles.
WHEN:
Deadline - Duong was diagnosed with cancer in 2025.
Deadline - Duong passed away at the age of 42 in 2026.
WHY:
Deadline - The cause of death was related to his battle with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma.
HOW:
Deadline - Duong underwent surgery to remove a malignant growth that was blocking blood flow to his optic nerve and caused vision loss.
(UPDATED March 29, 2026 23:05 UTC)
Alex Duong, a comedian, writer, and actor known for his appearances on "Jeff Ross Presents Roast Battle" and "Blue Bloods," has died at the age of 42 after a year-long battle with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. Based in Los Angeles, Duong was diagnosed with this illness in 2025 and underwent surgery to remove a malignant growth that was affecting his optic nerve and causing vision loss. His passing marks a significant loss to the entertainment community, as he was a talented figure who touched many lives through his work.