What to know about the life and death of NYPD Blue actor Austin Majors

Austin Majors
Austin Majors

Former child actor Austin Majors made a name for himself on the popular series NYPD Blue.

Tragically, he passed away in February 2023 at the age of 27 and now fans want to know what happened to him.

Austin Majors
Austin Majors

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Who was Austin Majors?

Austin Majors was an actor who got his big break at the age of four after landing the role of Theo Sipowicz, the son of Detective Andy Sipowicz (Dennis Franz), on NYPD Blue.

He portrayed the role of Theo until 2004 and then went on to make several appearances in shows like ER, NCIS, Desperate Housewives, and How I Met Your Mother.

Majors also lent his voice to The Any Bully, The Gray Man, and American Dad!, according to his IMDb page.

Despite a widely successful career as a child, Majors stopped acting in 2009 and ultimately stepped out of the spotlight.

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What was Austin Majors’ cause of death?

Majors’ death was first reported on February 13, 2023, by TMZ.

He reportedly died in Los Angeles at a homeless housing facility.

Despite his death being confirmed, a cause was not released, but a source with direct knowledge told TMZ that it is “believed he may have ingested a fatal amount of fentanyl.”

In a statement to TMZ, his family said he “was a loving, artistic, brilliant, and kind human being.”

“Austin took great joy and pride in his acting career,” the statement read.

“He was an active Eagle Scout and graduated Salutatorian in High School.

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“He went on to graduate from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts with a passion of directing and music producing.

“Austin’s younger sister, Kali, says her fondest memories with Austin were growing up on set with him, volunteering at events with ‘Kids With a Cause,’ and backpacking together.

“Austin was the kind of son, brother, grandson, and nephew that made us proud and we will miss him deeply forever.”

More information about Majors’ death is expected to be released following to completion of an autopsy.

Was Austin Majors married?

After Majors stepped out of the spotlight, he kept details of his personal life out of the media.

At this time, it is unclear if he was married or in a relationship at the time of his passing.

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