Actor Alan O’Neill, known for his role as Hugh on Sons of Anarchy, has been found dead at age 47.
The Irish actor appeared in Season 6 and 7 of the FX series, with IMDB crediting him in seven episodes from 2013 and 2014.
RIP Hugh: Sons of Anarchy's Alan O'Neill has passed away at the age of 47. https://t.co/Kf7V6esEMj pic.twitter.com/buZkXfR8nV
— E! News (@enews) June 7, 2018
O’Neill’s manager, Greg Meyer, confirmed the actor's death on Thursday.
According to TMZ, O’Neill’s body was discovered by his girlfriend in the hallway of their Los Angeles apartment on Wednesday night. The actor reportedly had a history of chronic heart problems and was a heavy smoker, in addition to struggling with a drinking problem.
'Sons of Anarchy' Actor Alan O'Neill Dead at 47 https://t.co/oX2b6oDCnF
— TMZ (@TMZ) June 7, 2018
No foul play is suspected in the actor’s death.
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