Welcome to the (intense and fleeting) life of Cameron Boyce
Child prodigy with DNA for the cameras
'Jessie' and Disney Channel's infallible formula
The 'Descendants' saga and the most beloved villain
Dancer before actor, actor before influencer
Luxury appearances and cameos few remember
Beyond the screen: Early activism
Private life: Family, roots, and zero scandals
Last project: 'Paradise City' and other unfulfilled dreams
The night he did not wake up

Welcome to the (intense and fleeting) life of Cameron Boyce

This gallery reviews moments from his career, personality, private life, and the premature death of one of the most remembered Disney faces: Cameron Boyce.

Child prodigy with DNA for the cameras

He debuted at the age of 9 in the movie alongside Adam Sandler in 'Grown Ups'. Disney signed him up soon: he had sparkle, rhythm, and perfect chaotic curls.

'Jessie' and Disney Channel's infallible formula

He played Luke Ross, the rich, mischievous, and adorable boy. For four seasons (2011–2015), he became an undisputed favorite of the channel and thousands of fans.

The 'Descendants' saga and the most beloved villain

As Carlos, son of Cruella de Vil, he broke the mold: he was sweet, noble, and heroic. 'Descendants' (2015, 2017, 2019) was a multiplatform and merchandising phenomenon.

Dancer before actor, actor before influencer

Cameron was professionally trained in dance: hip hop, breakdance, and ballet. In the group X Mob, he showed more tricks than in all his movies combined.

Luxury appearances and cameos few remember

He appeared in 'Mirrors' with Kiefer Sutherland and in 'Eagle Eye' with Shia LaBeouf. He also had a role in 'Good Luck Charlie' and was the voice in 'Jake and the Never Land Pirates'.

Beyond the screen: Early activism

Not only was he practically famous from the cradle, but he also gained great popularity after showing his support for just causes such as 'Thirst Project', aimed at providing clean drinking water to Africa.

Private life: Family, roots, and zero scandals

Son of a Jewish mother and African American father, Cameron was proud of his mixed heritage. Throughout his career, he never starred in a scandal. The young actor lived with his parents and younger sister.

Last project: 'Paradise City' and other unfulfilled dreams

Before his death, he filmed the series 'Paradise City' and the short film 'Show Off'. And as if all that were not enough, at just 20 years old, he also aspired to be a director.

The night he did not wake up

Cameron Boyce died in his sleep on July 6, 2019, from a seizure caused by epilepsy. He was 20 years old. It was his family who confirmed that the young actor was under medical treatment.