Dex Carvey, a Saturday Night Live alum and the eldest son of Dana Carvey, died of a drug overdose at his home Wednesday evening, his father confirmed in a post on Instagram. He was 32.
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose,” the post, signed by Dana and Paula Carvey, read. “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.
“Will will miss him forever.”
The couple said their prayers are with all who are “struggling with addiction.”
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