Hudson Meek, a 16-year-old actor known for his role as Young Baby in the film Baby Driver, tragically died after falling from a moving vehicle near his home in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. He suffered blunt force injuries and was hospitalized after the fall on Thursday last week, but passed away two days later, as confirmed by a coroner, according to USA TODAY.
Meek's fall occurred on Thursday last week, and the Jefferson County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the nature of his injuries. The Vestavia Hills Police Department is investigating the accident. As per FOX 5 Atlanta, his family shared the news of his passing on Instagram, saying, "Our hearts are broken to share that Hudson Meek went home to be with Jesus tonight."
Meek's career included voice work in Badanamu Stories and roles in Found, the MacGyver reboot, and Legacies. He also worked with his brother, Tucker, on Union and The Santa Con. His obituary mentioned that "his 16 years on this earth were far too short, but he accomplished so much and significantly impacted everyone he met," in a statement obtained by USA TODAY.
Meek's agency, J Pervis Talent Agency, paid tribute to his talent, stating, "Hudson was an extraordinary young talent, whose dedication, passion, and promise shone brightly within our industry. Over the past 10 years, he contributed so much to the spirit of our agency, and his loss leaves a void that will be deeply felt by all of us," in a FOX 5 Atlanta report.
Meek’s role in Baby Driver, a film about a getaway driver with a love for music, helped launch his career. His family’s obituary also highlighted his personal interests, including video gaming and his impressive run through 36 seasons of The Simpsons. A memorial service will be held tomorrow in Homewood, Alabama, and some of Meek's projects are set to be released posthumously in 2025.
