Chad Boyce (The 100): Who he was and how he passed away
Chad Boyce was a Canadian cameraman from Vancouver. He tragically passed away in 2018 during the filming of 'The 100', a post-apocalyptic science fiction TV series on The CW. Learn more about his life, career, and the circumstances surrounding his unexpected death.
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Key takeaways
- Chad Boyce worked behind the scenes in the camera and electrical department. He was part of the film crew of The 100.
- Boyce was born on September 23, 1978, in Vancouver, Canada, to Larry Boyce.
- His mother passed away when he was young.
- The professional cameraman passed away on April 17, 2018, while working on The 100.
- He was 39, a few months from his 40th birthday. The official cause of death was not made public.
Chad Boyce (The 100)'s profile summary
Full name | Chad Phillip Boyce |
Date of birth | September 23, 1978 |
Birth sign | Libra |
Date of death | April 17, 2018 |
Age | 39 years old |
Place of birth | Vancouver, Canada |
Nationality | Canada |
Gender | Male |
Relationship status | Single |
Parents | Larry Boyce (Father) |
Profession | Cameraman |
Company | ICG 669 (from 2017 till death) |
Hobbies | Travelling, photography |
Known for | Working as an assistant cameraman on ‘The 100’ series on The CW |
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Who was Chad Boyce (The 100)?
Chad Boyce worked behind the scenes in the camera and electrical department. He was part of the International Cinematographer Guild 669 (ICG), a Canadian company based in British Columbia that represents camera operators and publicists.
He made his debut as a camera trainee in the 2002 film Punch. He went on to work on Riverdale, Underwater Podcast, and Wynonna. The 100 sci-fi series was one of his final projects, in which he worked as a second assistant cameraman.
Chad Boyce's personal life
Boyce was born on September 23, 1978, in Vancouver, Canada, to Larry Boyce. His mother passed away when he was young.
Chad Boyce doesn't have a Wikipedia page, and the The 100 crew members did not share many details of his personal life, but he spent most of his life in Vancouver, where he developed a passion for cinematography and photography. One of his cherished hobbies was travelling.
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What happened to Chad Boyce (The 100)?
The late cameraman passed away on April 17, 2018, while working on The 100. He was 39, a few months from his 40th birthday. The producers paid tribute to him at the end of the fourth episode of season 5 with the message, 'In The Loving Memory of Chad Boyce'.
How did Chad Boyce pass away?
Chad's official cause of death was not made public. There were speculations that he died of drug intoxication, but the allegations have not been confirmed. One of his friends from Vancouver, Dale Shaben, took to Facebook to reveal that Chad had just returned from a major trip to Asia before meeting his tragic death.
It's a sad day I just found out that a young man I've known all of his life, short life overdosed and died. It still doesn't feel real, his career was just getting started he was a cameraman in the film industry, he just got back from a trip to Asia his first big trip it still doesn't feel real he was a brilliant brilliant kid.. I don't have words I'm in shock.. you will be so missed.
Chad Boyce's memorial service was held on May 26, 2018, in Polish Street Hall, Vancouver, Canada.
What was Chad Boyce's 'The 100' character name?
Boyce did not portray any character in 'The 100' science fiction drama series. He was part of the crew working behind the scenes as an assistant cameraman.
What impact did Chad Boyce have?
Chad represented the broader community of behind-the-scenes professionals who ensure technical excellence in film and television. His story encourages greater appreciation for these roles.
FAQs
1. What is Cameron Boyce's bio? He was an American actor and dancer best known for his roles as Luke Ross on Disney Channel’s Jessie (2011–2015) and Carlos in the Descendants franchise (2015–2019. He is often confused with Chad Boyce.
2. Was Cameron Boyce half African? Yes, he has mixed-race heritage. He had a black father and a white Jewish mother.
3. What was the cause of the death of Cameron Boyce? The actor died on July 6, 2019, at age 20 due to sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP). He passed away in his sleep following a seizure resulting from an ongoing, treated medical condition.
Chad Boyce (The 100) is appreciated and honoured for the incredible artistry he brought to the screen. He will forever be remembered for the memories he left behind.
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