“Rest in Peace”: Tragic Demise of ‘Southpaw’ Actor Cedric ‘Beastie’ Jones at 46 Leaves the World in Grief
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Cedric ‘Beastie’ Jones loved and inspired everyone with multi-faceted roles as a father, husband, son, brother, community leader, trainer, and friend. He excelled in many roles, transitioning from a professional dancer to a boxer. His coaching style pushed one to be mentally tough, both in workouts and in life. Jones urged everyone to eliminate the word “quit” from their vocabulary. Cedric founded Beastie Boxing and the BMoved Foundation, helping people achieve the impossible.
Furthermore, he had a stellar acting career. Specifically, his role in the movie Southpaw. The movie follows a boxer trying to rebuild his life after losing his wife to a gunshot wound and his daughter to child services. The movie hit the screens in 2015. In the movie, the protagonist Billy faces Darius Jones (Cedric D. Jones) in Madison Square Garden. His wife, Maureen worries as he takes hits and bleeds. Billy uses a fast, brutal fighting style against Jones. He eventually knocks Jones down, wins the match, and claims the Junior Middleweight title. In a phone interview from his new movie set in Louisiana, Jones describes working on Southpaw as challenging but rewarding. “Jake and I did morning runs and a thousand sit-ups every day. We both worked hard,” he said. Thus, as the actor leaves his imprint in the world, fans honor his legacy.
Fans honor the indelible legacy of Cedric ‘Beastie’ Jones
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On October 2o, Cedric’s gym took to their Instagram to announce the demise of the actor. The account penned, “Cedric was a loving father, devoted husband, caring son, brother, community leader, and incredible friend who inspired others…He genuinely wanted everyone to become the best version of themselves. He was a gift.” Furthermore, fans have mourned his demise in a Facebook post, making rounds on the internet. The fans are collectively expressing deep sorrow and condolences for the loss.
One fan offers prayers and heartfelt sympathy for the family, loved ones, and friends of Jones. The fan writes, “My prayers and heartfelt sympathy for family, loved ones and friends.”
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Similarly, another fan is sending thoughts and prayers, wishing peace for the departed soul of Cedric. The fan pens, “Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and loved ones rip.”
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Echoing these sentiments, a third user also prays for the well-being of the family and friends affected by this loss. The user writes, “Prayers for his family and friends.”
Adding a personal touch, another follower remembers Cedric as funny and cool, while also extending sincerest condolences and hoping that God would be with the grieving family and friends. The follower writes, “This is so sad. My sincerest condolences. Man. Ced was funny and cool. God be with his family and friends.”
Furthermore, a viewer expresses shock and disbelief, questioning what could have led to such a tragic outcome. The viewer says, “What on earth happened ? RIP”
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Amal Joyce
