Heath Freeman, ‘Bones’ Actor, Dead at 41

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Heath Freeman, best-known for playing serial killer Howard Epps on Bones, has died. He was 41. Details about Freeman’s death have not been released.

The actor’s manager, Joe S. Montifiore, confirmed his death on Monday. “We are truly devastated at the loss of our beloved Heath Freeman. A brilliant human being with an intense and soulful spirit, he leaves us with an indelible imprint in our hearts,” Montifiore’s statment read. “His life was filled with deep loyalty, affection, and generosity towards his family and friends, and an extraordinary zest for life.”

“He was extremely proud of his recent film work and was very excited for the next chapter of his career,” the statement continued. “His remarkable legacy as a son, brother, uncle, friend, extraordinarily gifted actor and producer, consummate cook, and man with the most infectious and spectacular laugh, will live on forever. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved him.”

Freeman appeared in a number of notable TV series over the course of his career, including ER, NCIS, Raising the Bar, The Closer, and Without a Trace. More recently, he appeared in the upcoming films Terror on the Prairie and Devil’s Fruit.

On Sunday, media personality and former Miss USA Shanna Moakler was the first to post publicly about Freeman’s death. “Heartbroken to hear the loss of my dear friend Heath Freeman, talented actor, director, producer, outstanding chef and a solid friend,” she shared on Instagram. “You will be so dearly missed and I will cherish every amazing memory we all had…. and we have a lot of great ones!! Godspeed.”