Nicholas Brendon, best known for his role in the cult TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at the age of 54, the actor’s family said.
In a statement on social media, Brendon’s family said: “He passed away in his sleep from natural causes.”
The statement read: “He was passionate, sensitive and endlessly driven to create. Those who truly knew him understood that his art was one of the purest reflections of who he was.
“Most people know Nicky for his work as an actor and for the characters he brought to life over the years. In recent years, Nicky has found his passion in painting and art.”
Brendon openly discussed his childhood trauma in interviews, especially around 2015, amid personal struggles.
The actor revealed that he was sexually abused by a teacher for two years as a child.
He also stated that adults who were supposed to protect him blamed him for this, which contributed to deep confusion and sadness.
