Jack Black pays tribute to School of Rock star Kevin Clark after he dies being hit by a car

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27 May 2021, 11:26

Jack Black has shared the heartbreaking news that his former School of Rock co-star Kevin Clark has been killed in a road accident. You'll remember the child star playing young drummer Freddy ‘Spazzy McGee’ Jones in the smash movie.

The talented musician, who was just 12 years old in the film, was hit by a vehicle while on his bicycle in Chicago on Wednesday morning. He was taken to hospital but sadly pronounced dead just after 2am, according to TMZ.

Jack, who played Dewey Finn in the 2003 comedy, wrote: "Devastating news. Kevin is gone. Way too soon. Beautiful soul. So many great memories. Heartbroken. Sending love to his family and the whole School of Rock community."

Miranda Cosgrove, who played Summer, wrote on Instagram: "Stunned and saddened by this news today.

"The world lost an amazing soul. I’ll always remember your spirit and how kind you were to me. I’ll never forget all the memories. You’ll always be missed Kevin."

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Brian 'Billy' Falduto wrote on social media: "I can’t believe we lost a member of the family today. I’ve developed such a love and gratitude over the years for the once-in-a-lifetime experience that School of Rock was.

"But what’s even more amazing is what it’s become over the years... the reverberating impact it’s had in our lives and the lives of others.

"So much of that impact has to do with the once-in-a-lifetime combination of people that was part of that experience.

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"Those same people remain very much a part of my life to this day. We will miss you, Kevin.

"Thank you for finally forgiving me (in 2016) for making you wear spandex and heels. So, so much love to you, you wickedly talented and wonderfully kind man. #RIP."

Rivkah 'Katie' Reyes shared: "We spoke yesterday about him being on an episode of Where Are We Now.

"I know it would’ve been chaotic and hilarious and so full of love and hyping each other up because that’s how our friendship always has been.

"I’m absolutely heartbroken. Kev was my first friend on set. We instantly connected over being Jews from Chicago.

"He introduced me to Green Day and was the catalyst for my pop punk phase (which hasn’t ended.) He was always supportive of me and my endeavours.

"His family would often come to my comedy shows and plays, and every time Tenacious D was in town, we would go together.

"We would sometimes run into each other randomly in Chicago and he always gave me the biggest, warmest hugs.

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"I’m so sorry to his beautiful mum Allison, his siblings Nicole and Cary, and to everyone who experienced his friendship and loving heart. I miss him so much.

"I am so grateful that my fellow cast mates, including jables, have been able to support each other through this day. We are a strong, loving family. Love you forever, Spaz."

Zach Infante, who played Gordon, added: "#RIP My heart is broken tonight as our SOR family grieves the loss of our drummer and chief, Kevin Clark.

"Please keep his mother and family in your thoughts and prayers. Kevin was a wild child and who grew into a peaceful young man (yet still a rockstar).

"The balance he taught me is immeasurable. I remember when we held each other and laughed about old times at the 10 year reunion.

"Or when his easy going spirit balanced out my type A personality at our recent SOR family gathering. His death is a reminder to tell the people I love that I love them.

"To practice forgiveness. To express myself creatively. To stick it to the man. I love you Kev. #SchoolOfRock #KevinClark."