Actor Paul Teal Passes Away at 35 After Battle with Cancer

Actor Paul Teal, known for his role in the popular television series «One Tree Hill,» has passed away at the age of 35 after a battle with cancer. Teal, who joined the series in its seventh season, portrayed the character Josh and appeared in seven episodes. His death was announced by his partner, Emilia Torello, through an emotional Instagram post on November 15, 2024.

In her message, Torello described Teal as «the most thoughtful, inspiring, driven, self-disciplined, loving man» and expressed her profound sense of loss, stating, «Paul, you were my soulmate, my soon-to-be-husband, my rock, and my future.» She paid tribute to Teal’s courage during his illness, saying, «You were taken too soon, in a battle that you fought bravely without fail.»

Teal’s portrayal of Josh was marked by his «self-effacing sense of humor and willingness to dive fully into any character,» according to «One Tree Hill» director’s remarks. This quality made him «a joy to work with in any environment.»

Apart from «One Tree Hill,» Teal’s television career included appearances in «Goode Behavior,» «Shots Fired,» the reboot of «Dynasty,» «The Walking Dead: World Beyond,» «Outer Banks,» and «George & Tammy.»

Paul Teal was also recognized for his work in theater, having performed in productions of «Newsies,» «Sweeney Todd,» and «Rent» across the United States. His contributions to theater were widely appreciated, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

At the time of his passing, Teal was involved in an upcoming project titled «The Hunting Wives,» a Starz drama where he played the role of Pastor Pete. The series is scheduled for release in 2025, and audiences eagerly anticipate witnessing what would be one of Teal’s final performances.