Former Child Actor Evan Ellingson Dies at 35, Possible Overdose Suspected

Investigation continues into the sudden death of Evan Ellingson at a California sober-living home, with no foul play suspected and drug use not confirmed; tributes pour in from co-stars.

Evan Ellingson, former child star known for roles in 'My Sister's Keeper' and 'CSI: Miami', died at the age of 35 in a sober-living home in San Bernardino County, California.
The exact cause of death remains unknown and there appears to be no foul play involved, pending results from an autopsy.
Ellingson's father said he had struggled with drug addiction in the past but appeared to have been doing better recently, making his sudden death a shock to the family.
Ellingson began his acting career at 13 and worked in several TV shows and films, including 'General Hospital', 'Titus', 'Mad TV', 'Complete Savages', 'Bones', '24', and 'Letters from Iwo Jima'. His last acting credit was for 'CSI: Miami' in 2010.
Co-stars from 'My Sister’s Keeper', including Abigail Breslin, paid tribute to Ellingson on Instagram, noting his kindness, talent, and humor.