Emmy-winning actor Ron Cephas Jones is no more. The prolific actor, known for his versatility, passed away at the age of 66. Ron won two Emmy awards for his work in the NBC hit drama This Is Us.

Emmy-winning actor Ron Cephas Jones is no more. The prolific actor, known for his versatility, passed away at the age of 66. Ron won two Emmy awards for his work in the NBC hit drama This Is Us. In the drama, Rom played the role of William Hill, the biological father of Randall Pearson. The actor’s representative told People on Saturday that Jones died "due to a long-standing pulmonary issue." Soon after the news of Ron's death was confirmed, tributes started pouring in. This Is US actor Mandy Moore, and Sterling K. Brown, along with other actors, who have worked with Ron, took to social media to pay heartwarming tributes to the actor and his career. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sterling Brown (@sterlingkbrown) × Sharing a still from the show, Brown wrote in the caption of his Instagram post: "Life imitated art today, and one of the most wonderful people the world has ever seen is no longer with us. @cephasjaz has passed away, and the world is a little less bright. Brother, you are loved. And you will be missed. Keep them laughing in the next phase of existence, and I’ll see you when I get there." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mandy Moore (@mandymooremm) × Mandy Moore, who played the role of Rebecca Pearson, wrote on Instagram, "Getting to know and work with Ron on the wild ride of This Is Us was the greatest gift- he was pure magic as a human and an artist…I will treasure all of the moments forever." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Octavia Spencer (@octaviaspencer) × "Even though he wasn’t around set as much as we all wished, he was such an intrinsic part of the fabric of the show, it’s like he was always there. I’ll never forget how special it was to film this particular episode and welcome him back to say a proper goodbye to our TIU family and the whole experience. I am just so sad. My thoughts and love are with Jasmine and his family and friends." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chrissy Metz (@chrissymetz) × Remembering her dear friend, Octavia Spencer wrote that she was heartbroken. Sharing a picture with the actor, she wrote, ''I’m heartbroken to lose my dear friend and colleague Ron Cephas Jones @cephasjaz. Ron was an incredibly talented actor and, most importantly, a wonderfully kind human being. Every day on set with Ron was a good day. I’m sending all my love to his daughter Jasmine, family, friends and fans 🤍🕊️ Update: this one is hitting very hard. I learned so much from Ron in every single scene we had together. Whenever I saw his name on the call sheet I would get excited because I knew I’d be getting a year’s worth of technique in that 8 hour day. For those pursuing acting as a living, let Emmy Award Winner, Ron Cephas Jones, be the type of perfection you strive to achieve. That man could break down a scene. Jasmine gets it honestly.'' A massive loss. Ron was the best of the best - on screen, on stage, and in real life. The coolest. The easiest hang and laugh. And my God: what an actor. I don’t think I ever changed a single take of his in a cut… because everything he did was perfect… https://t.co/l5Ko9L1HZy — Dan Fogelman (@Dan_Fogelman) August 20, 2023 × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Octavia Spencer (@octaviaspencer) × In his career, the actor has appeared in many hit shows and films, but he became famous for his role as William in This Is Us. Apart from the NBC drama, he has appeared in shows like Mr. Robot, Truth Be Told, The Get Dow, Luke Cage, Looking For Alaska and others.

Brother, you will be missed! Tributes pour in for This Is Us actor Ron Cephas Jones

Ron Cephas Jones, best known for playing William Hill on the Emmy-winning drama This Is Us, has died. He was 66. His representative has confirmed that Cephas passed away due to a ''long-standing pulmonary'' issue.&nbsp;

In a statement to People, the actor's representative said: "Beloved and award-winning actor Ron Cephas Jones has passed away at the age of 66 due to a long-standing pulmonary issue."

"Throughout the course of his career, his warmth, beauty, generosity, kindness and heart were felt by anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him," the statement continued. "He began his career at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and his love for the stage was present throughout his entire career, including his recent Tony nominated and Drama Desk Award winning performance for his role in Clyde’s on Broadway."

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The statement continued, “Ron’s inner-beauty and soul was evident to the huge audience from his multi-Emmy award winning performance on&nbsp;This is Us. He is survived by his daughter&nbsp;Jasmine Cephas Jones.”&nbsp;

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Ron was best known for playing William Hill, the biological father of Randall Pearson, played by &nbsp;(Sterling K. Brown) in the hit NBC drama This Is Us. For his prolific performance, Ron earned four Emmy nominations, winning two - first in 2018, and second in 2020 in the outstanding guest actor in a drama series category.&nbsp; 
 
The actor is survived by his only daughter Jasmine. In 2020, Jasmine and Ron became the first father-daughter duo ever to win Emmys in the same year. Jasmine won an Emmy for her performance in &nbsp;#FreeRayshawn.

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In a 2021 interview with The New York Times, Jonas shared his secret health battle with the world, revealing that he has an obstructive pulmonary disease and&nbsp;underwent a double lung transplant in 2020.

Born in New Jersey, Jones started his acting journey as a theatre artist. He got his first lead role in the Cheryl West play Holiday Heart in 1994. The actor then went on to star in several plays.&nbsp;

Apart from This Is Us, Jones has been part of several television shows like Apple+ series Truth Be Told, Law &amp; Order: Organized Crime, Looking for Alaska and others. He has also acting credits in films like Dolemite Is My Name, Dog Days, Across the Universe, He Got Game, and Sweet and Lowdown, among others.&nbsp;

Soon after his death news was confirmed, This Is Us actor Mandy Moore and Sterling K. Brown remembered Jones and his outstanding work.&nbsp;

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Ron Cephas Jones, best known for playing William Hill on the Emmy-winning drama This Is Us, has died. He was 66. His representative has confirmed that Cephas passed away due to a ''long-standing pulmonary'' issue.

Ron Cephas Jones, best known for playing William Hill on the Emmy-winning drama This Is Us, has died. He was 66. His representative has confirmed that Cephas passed away due to a ''long-standing pulmonary'' issue. In a statement to People, the actor's representative said: "Beloved and award-winning actor Ron Cephas Jones has passed away at the age of 66 due to a long-standing pulmonary issue." "Throughout the course of his career, his warmth, beauty, generosity, kindness and heart were felt by anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him," the statement continued. "He began his career at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and his love for the stage was present throughout his entire career, including his recent Tony nominated and Drama Desk Award winning performance for his role in Clyde’s on Broadway." Brother, you will be missed! Tributes pour in for This Is Us actor Ron Cephas Jones The statement continued, “Ron’s inner-beauty and soul was evident to the huge audience from his multi-Emmy award winning performance on This is Us. He is survived by his daughter Jasmine Cephas Jones.” 💔 RIP Ron Cephas Jones. One of my most favorite actors.😢 https://t.co/dUqWZeIb8b — 🇺🇦Слава Україні!🇺🇦 🌻💙💛🌻 (@BreatheLetGo) August 20, 2023 × Ron was best known for playing William Hill, the biological father of Randall Pearson, played by (Sterling K. Brown) in the hit NBC drama This Is Us. For his prolific performance, Ron earned four Emmy nominations, winning two - first in 2018, and second in 2020 in the outstanding guest actor in a drama series category. The actor is survived by his only daughter Jasmine. In 2020, Jasmine and Ron became the first father-daughter duo ever to win Emmys in the same year. Jasmine won an Emmy for her performance in #FreeRayshawn. Nolan's Oppenheimer about to rewrite box office history with this record In a 2021 interview with The New York Times, Jonas shared his secret health battle with the world, revealing that he has an obstructive pulmonary disease and underwent a double lung transplant in 2020. Born in New Jersey, Jones started his acting journey as a theatre artist. He got his first lead role in the Cheryl West play Holiday Heart in 1994. The actor then went on to star in several plays. Apart from This Is Us, Jones has been part of several television shows like Apple+ series Truth Be Told, Law & Order: Organized Crime, Looking for Alaska and others. He has also acting credits in films like Dolemite Is My Name, Dog Days, Across the Universe, He Got Game, and Sweet and Lowdown, among others. Soon after his death news was confirmed, This Is Us actor Mandy Moore and Sterling K. Brown remembered Jones and his outstanding work. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Brother, you will be missed! Tributes pour in for This Is Us actor Ron Cephas Jones

Ron Cephas Jones, This Is Us actor, dead at 66