'Killers of the Flower Moon' Actor Samuel French Dies at 45

Actor Samuel French, known for his role in Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon," has died at the age of 45 in Waco, Texas. French passed away on May 9 after battling cancer, according to friend and director Paul Sinacore.

French had built a career across film and television, with appearances in AMC's "Fear the Walking Dead" and History Channel's "Texas Rising." His death occurred before the release of his final film, "Towpath," directed by Sinacore, in which French played what was described as a defining role.

The actor worked alongside major Hollywood talents during his career, including appearing in Scorsese's critically acclaimed "Killers of the Flower Moon," which featured stars like Robert De Niro.

Sinacore confirmed the news of French's passing, marking the end of a career cut short by illness but remembered for its diverse roles across multiple productions.