"Scouts vs. Zombies" actor Joey Morgan died at 28

Cause of death unknown "Scouts vs. Zombies" actor Joey Morgan died at the age of 28

Up-and-coming star Joey Morgan has died at the age of just 28. The actor became known for films such as "Scouts vs. Zombies" and "Sierra Burgess Is a Loser".

Joey Morgan is dead. The actor, best known from the film Scouts vs. Zombies: A Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse (2015), died at the age of 28. The film's director, Christopher Landon, 46, confirmed the young star's death on Twitter.

Director and Voice Actor Confirm Death of Joey Morgan

Landon wrote on the short message service: "Joey Morgan came into my life almost nine years ago while I was filming 'Scouts'. He was quiet, funny, intelligent and thoughtful. And when the cameras rolled, he had a lot of charisma." The filmmaker added, "He passed away today and this news breaks my heart. I am honored to have known him."

A rep for the late actor also confirmed the sad news on JustJared.com. Nothing is known about the cause of death. Joey Morgan's other projects include the film Flower (2017) with Zoey Deutch, 27, and the film Sierra Burgess Is a Loser (2018) with Shannon Purser, 24.

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