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Comedian Alex Duong Dead at 42
Alex Duong died from alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma after a rare cancer battle; his family faces over $400,000 in medical costs, with fundraising efforts underway.
- Actor and comedian Alex Duong, best known for his role on "Blue Bloods," died on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at St. John's Hospital in Santa Monica, California, at age 42.
- Duong was diagnosed in 2025 with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, described as "extremely aggressive," and endured chemotherapy and radiation before going into septic shock on Friday, March 27, 2026.
- A Los Angeles-based performer since 2009, Duong appeared in "Dexter," "Everybody Hates Chris," and "90210," and had written for Netflix's "Historical Roasts" before his diagnosis changed his planned 41-state tour.
- Duong is survived by his wife, Christina, and 5-year-old daughter, Everest; family friend Hilarie Steele created a GoFundMe to assist with medical costs exceeding $400,000.
- Steele wrote that Duong was "comfortable and thankfully out of pain" while saying goodbye to his daughter, as the family stated they are "overwhelmed with gratitude" for the support received.
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The American actor died on 28 March after fighting a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
Alex Duong, Comedian and ‘Blue Bloods’ Actor, Dies at 42 After Cancer Battle | 🎥 LatestLY
Actor and comedian Alex Duong has died at 42 following a year-long battle with a rare form of cancer, alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma. Known for his roles in 'Blue Bloods' and his presence in the stand-up comedy circuit, Duong passed away in the presence of his family. 🎥 Alex Duong, Comedian and ‘Blue Bloods’ Actor, Dies at 42 After Cancer Battle.
Alex Duong Dies: Comedian And ‘Blue Bloods’ Actor Was 42
Alex Duong, a comedian, writer and actor based in Los Angeles, has died at the age of 42. Duong was diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma last year, a rare and aggressive cancer affecting soft tissue. He underwent surgery to remove a malignant growth that was blocking blood flow to his optic…
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