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Actor Alan O'Neill Found Dead In LA Home
Alan O'Neill, best known for his role in the hit FX show "Sons of Amarchy" died in his Los Angeles Home. He was 47.
LOS ANGELES, CA — Alan O'Neill, who played Hugh on "Sons of Anarchy," has died, it was reported Friday. He was 47.
O'Neill's body was discovered by his girlfriend in the hallway of their Los Angeles apartment Wednesday night, and his death was confirmed by his manager, Greg Mayer, Variety reported.
The Irish-born actor reportedly had a history of chronic heart problems and was a heavy smoker, in addition to struggling with a drinking problem, the celebrity news website TMZ.com reported. No foul play is suspected in the actor's death, according to Variety.
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O'Neill is known for his role in the sixth and seventh seasons of Kurt Sutter's hit FX series, but the actor's career dates back to the 90s. He also played the regular role of Keith McGrath in the drama series "Fair City" from 2006 to 2012.
City News Service; Photo: Actor Alan O'Neill attends Lionsgate Films' 'The Expendables 3' premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre on August 11, 2014 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
