""Our beautiful baby boy, William, passed away on 17th December. As a family, our hearts are completely broken, and there are no words that can truly capture the depth of our loss," she wrote. "Even in our darkest moment, William gave the most precious gift of all. Through being an organ donor, he has given hope and life to other families, thinking of others right to the very end. His kindness and love will forever be part of his legacy.""
"William Rush was best known for playing Josh Stevenson in Waterloo Road in series five through eight between 2009 and 2013, appearing in 69 episodes in total. The young character was involved in a powerful storyline in which he realised that he is gay, before entering into a relationship with fellow gay student, Nate Gurney (played by Scott Haining). Josh also developed an addiction to cannabis, and was later diagnosed with schizophrenia."
William Rush died on 17 December at age 31, announced by his mother, actress Debbie Rush. The family described their hearts as completely broken and requested privacy while they navigate their grief. Debbie Rush confirmed William was an organ donor, giving hope and life to other families, and said his kindness and love will be part of his legacy. The cause of death has not been disclosed. William played Josh Stevenson in Waterloo Road across series five to eight (2009–2013) in 69 episodes; the character came out as gay, had a relationship, developed a cannabis addiction, and was later diagnosed with schizophrenia. He also appeared in Coronation Street, Grange Hill, Casualty, Vera, Shameless, and Friday On My Mind.
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