R.I.P.
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Brad Renfro Dies

Brad RefroTMZ has learned actor Brad Renfro is dead.

The 25-year-old actor was found dead at his Los Angeles home this morning. The cause of death has not been determined, however, Renfro had a history of drug abuse.

Sources tell us Renfro, who had starring roles in "The Client" and "Apt Pupil" had been working valiantly to stay clean, especially since this summer. Renfro had been convicted of several drug offenses, including attempted heroin possession.

Renfro had been filming a movie with Winona Ryder and Billy Bob Thornton. The movie, "The Informers," just wrapped.

Renfro has had a rough time personally since moving from Tennessee to Los Angeles. His parents split, and we're told he did not have real guidance from adults as he tried navigating the treacherous movie industry.



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451. This is not Hollywood's fault but I do believe the seem to constantly 'overlook' problems like this. Brad Renfro was a great talent, I remember seeing him in "The Cure" and instantly thinking "What a great actor he'll be!" I think the pressure is too great and the talent is constantly being sucked dry by the time these kids his early adulthood. Then, sadly, most are thrown away for a new batch that is always waiting.

Take note young ones, drugs solve nothing.

Posted at 10:37PM on Jan 20th 2008 by jynx

452. Who the hell is Brad Renfroe? Is this the guy that did all those stupid-ass Beneful dog food commercials?

Posted at 10:07PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by KING SLADE

453. huwaaaiiiiiixxxx.... xo.. xo.. xad

Posted at 2:49AM on Jan 21st 2008 by fara elmahda

454. What a shame. He was so good looking and a great actor. I will miss him. When are these actors and actress gonna start to learn. Did we not learn anything from Chris Farley. Smarten up Hollywood you may be ubove the law but not death.

Posted at 11:25AM on Jan 21st 2008 by James

455. i was in shock i still cant believe it i just started talking to him last month myspace i had a crush on him since i was 9 i was soo sad i cried all day he was a good man and i am really going to miss him. He may have had it rough patch but he was taken to early.

RIP Brad

MAY GOD'S ANGELS TAKE YOU TO HEAVEN AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

Posted at 3:08PM on Jan 21st 2008 by jami

456. That's really sad. I'm a recovering alcoholic and addict myself. It is hard enough to stay clean OUT of the public eye; I can only imagine how it was like IN hollywood. Very tragic.

Posted at 7:57PM on Jan 21st 2008 by lisa

457. What a sad loss.

To fully understand Brad was to know him & his background. My brother & he were friends in Tennessee, and both had moved on to successful careers. He was a acting prodigy from the middle of nowhere. He grew up in an area that did not produce dreams about Hollywood & acting, but the hope that you could get a well paying job in a local factory & try to survive for the remainder of your life. A bleak existence that turned into a bright star. You will be missed Ren.

Rest in sweet peace.

Posted at 12:14PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Melonious

458. Very tragic....he was my favorite actor, such a talented person.....I'm completely heartbroken.

Posted at 5:17PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by katelyn

459. I am so upset.......I loved this guy when I was a kid...he had the best accent.....this is so sad and tragic. I just wish he had gotten the help he needed in time.

Posted at 5:43PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Jenn

460. Brad was one of the greatest actors and I'm so sorry to see him go so soon at a very young age!! My deepest sympathies goes to his families & friends who knew him. Brad, rest in peace & we will miss you forever but you will never be forgotten!! Lori XOXO

Posted at 7:11PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Lori

461. Omg! This is terrible, I can't really say that I was a huge fan, but I've seen in him in films like "Telling Lies In America" and I thought he was wonderful, Goodness! What a waste drugs are! I send out my sympathies to his friends and family and my blessings and prayers to those who knew him! Rest in Peace Brad, you had so much potential to give!

Posted at 7:35PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by Reem

462. It is the drugs that are the enemy. Too easy to say yes and too hard to say no.

Posted at 9:27PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by mile hi

463. That is really sad I use to be in love with him lol when i was like 11 and he was in the movie, The Client! He was a great actor for such a young child too!

Posted at 9:30PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by nikita

464. My prayers go out to his family and close friends. He was such a gifted actor, and to have his life cut short is just tragic. God takes only the good ones with him. My thoughts are with him and his family

Posted at 9:51PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by MELISSA

465. brad and now heath ledger too? next its gonna be lindsay lohan and brittany or paris. this is why the law should be more harsh for stars, not less strict, if he had gotten some serious jail time like you or me would have for the drug possesion it might have opened his eyes before it killed him..I dont give a damn how much money you have if you do the crime you should do the time and i know it sounds touche but its true..it might have kept some stars alive and could help keep some alive in the future.

RIP Brad and Heath

Posted at 10:38PM on Jan 22nd 2008 by tink

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