Heartbreaking news for fans of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Floyd Roger Myers Jr, the actor who played the young version of Will Smith’s iconic character, has passed away at just 42. His mum, Renee, confirmed he died from a heart attack this past Wednesday. Floyd had bravely faced heart issues before, surviving three heart attacks over the last three years.
Renee honoured her son on Facebook, sharing a touching picture of him with his four children and expressing the profound loss the family is feeling. Floyd may have stepped away from the limelight years ago, but his performances as both Young Will and Marlon Jackson in The Jacksons: An American Dream left a lasting impression.
Beyond the screen, Floyd was deeply committed to mental health causes, co-founding the Fellaship Men’s group. The organisation paid tribute on Instagram, promising to continue their mission in his name: “RIP to our good brother @rocwonder. The next meeting will be one for the books like we talked about! Love you, bro.”
Floyd’s sister, Tyree Trice, has set up a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses, remembering him as a devoted father and beloved brother. She wrote, “Roger leaves behind his four beautiful children – Taelyn, Kinsley, Tyler, and Knox. Our family is now facing the unimaginable loss of someone who meant everything to us.”
This loss is felt deeply, and every contribution or word of support is a comfort to those he left behind. Rest in peace, Floyd – your legacy of kindness and passion lives on.