The entertainment world is mourning the loss of comedian and actor Alex Duong, who has died at 42 after a devastating battle with a rare and aggressive cancer.
Best known for appearances on “Jeff Ross Presents Roast Battle” and “Blue Bloods,” Alex passed away on March 28, 2026, after going into septic shock. He was surrounded by family and close friends in his final moments.
But while the news of his passing is heartbreaking, it’s the story behind his final months — and one quiet social media post—that’s leaving people shaken.
A career just starting to take off
Before his diagnosis, Alex’s career was gaining real momentum. The Los Angeles-based comedian had built a steady resume, with roles in shows like Pretty Little Liars and Netflix’s Historical Roasts.
He wasn’t just getting by in Hollywood — he was on the verge of something bigger. There were plans to perform in 41 states in 2025, and even talk of new opportunities connected to Blue Bloods.
Then came a symptom no one expected: a headache.
At first, it seemed minor. But when his eye began to swell dramatically, it quickly became clear something was wrong.
Doctors eventually diagnosed him with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. A tumor was pressing on his optic nerve, cutting off blood flow.
After a biopsy confirmed how serious it was, Alex was sent home with an eye patch and a treatment plan that left him questioning the system.
Still, he tried to keep his sense of humor. At one point, he joked:
“If you want a clean comedy show, you don’t book Doug Stanhope. You’re not gonna book the Legion of Skanks for your Toyotathon.”
But behind the jokes, things were deteriorating fast.
