Link (http://www.tmz.com/2013/08/19/lee-thompson-young-dead-disney-dies-friday-night-lights-the-famous-jett-jackson-rizzoli-and-isles/)

Lee Thompson Young -- who played the main character on Disney's "The Famous Jett Jackson" -- has died after what officials believe is a suicide ... TMZ has learned. He was 29.

Sources tell us Young's body was discovered with a gunshot wound that appears to be self-inflicted.

Young currently appears in the TNT show "Rizzoli & Isles" -- and we're told when he didn't show up to work this morning, staffers called the landlord of Young's L.A. home to check up on the actor.

We're told ... when the landlord opened the door, he discovered Young's body.

Young was a rising star in Hollywood. After he made it big as a Disney star, he went on to play running back Chris Comer in the 2004 movie "Friday Night Lights."

Story developing ...

http://img2-1.timeinc.net/people/i/2013/news/130902/lee-thompson-young-300.jpg

http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/r-i-p-lee-thompson-young/

UPDATE, 12:25 PM: Production on TNT’s hit drama Rizzoli & Isles has been shut down in light of the sudden passing of co-star Lee Thompson Young, whose body was discovered in his apartment after he failed to show up for work this morning. The producers of the series, in which Thompson played star Angie Harmon’s partner on the force, are currently evaluating whether to resume production tomorrow or go on hiatus while the cast and crew cope with Young’s death and writers figure out how to write off his character. Here is TNT, Rizzoli & Isles‘ studio Warner Bros TV and executive producer Janet Tamaro’s statement today on Young’s death: “Everyone at Rizzoli & Isles is devastated by the news of the passing of Lee Thompson Young. We are beyond heartbroken at the loss of this sweet, gentle, good-hearted, intelligent man. He was truly a member of our family. Lee will be cherished and remembered by all who knew and loved him, both on- and offscreen, for his positive energy, infectious smile and soulful grace. We send our deepest condolences and thoughts to his family, to his friends and, most especially, to his beloved mother.”

Very sad. R.I.P. Lee. :(

This is so sad. Talented young man with promising future. Appearances can be so deceiving. He seemed like he had it together. Prayers for his family and friends.

man this is so sad - he was really good on Rizzoli & Isles, i liked his character

:rip:

More terribly sad news... :(

More terribly sad news... :(
Man, this is so tragic. At 29 too. Had such a bright future. R.I.P.

Such a sad story. So young and so talented. :rip: Lee Thompson Young

http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/gossip/lee-thompson-young-suffered-bi-polar-disorder-article-1.1480009

The "Rizzoli & Isles" star who committed suicide was found to have lithium and quetiapine fumarate in his system.
Read more at http://www.hitfix.com/tv-tattle#O1UszvbulFkHBWWY.99

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Step back into the vibrant world of late-90s television and discover the poignant, powerful story behind one of its brightest stars. Lee Thompson Young wasn’t just “The Famous Jett Jackson” — he was a trailblazer, a thoughtful artist, and a gentle soul navigating immense pressures behind the scenes. From his groundbreaking role at Disney to his silent battle with mental illness, this video dives deep into his legacy, the stigma around mental health, and why his story still matters today.

Very sad......