Many original cast members, including Bethany Joy Lenz, expressed their condolences. She noted on Instagram , “My heart is heavy. Paul Teal was the kind of guy who lit up a room without trying. His bright smile, infectious laugh and kind heart made you want to be near him.”

Actor Paul Teal, known for his recurring role as Josh Avery on “One Tree Hill,” has died at age 35 of pancreatic cancer. Know these symptoms.

Multi-hyphenate stage and screen actor from One Tree Hill Paul Teal passed away on November 15 at age 35. Teal’s representation confirmed to USA TODAY that his death came following a 4-month-long battle with a rare pancreatic cancer.