Floyd Roger Myers Jr., best known for his role as a young Will Smith in the hit ’90s sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, tragically passed away at the age of 42 from a heart attack on October 29, 2025, at his home in Maryland. His passing was confirmed by his mother, Renee Trice, who revealed that Myers had suffered three previous heart attacks over the past three years.
During his acting career, Myers played a young Will Smith in the Season 3 episode “Will Gets Committed” of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in 1992. The same year, he portrayed a young Marlon Jackson in the miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream, which chronicled the rise of the Jackson 5 and the trials faced by the Jackson family. His final recorded role was a small part as an unnamed student on the 2000 TV drama Young Americans.
After stepping away from acting, Myers became a devoted father to four children—Taelyn, Kinsley, Tyler, and Knox—and co-founded The Fellaship Men’s Group in Maryland. This organization focuses on supporting men’s mental health by promoting leadership, healing, and open conversation. The group mourned his loss publicly, expressing their commitment to continuing his legacy of empowerment and support.
In September 2025, Myers shared a heartfelt video celebrating his daughter’s 10th birthday, highlighting his joy and hopes for the next decade with her—a bittersweet reminder of a life filled with love and resilience despite health struggles.
Myers’ untimely death serves as a stark reminder of the seriousness of heart disease, even among younger adults. His legacy lives on through his children, community work, and unforgettable performances that made an impact on television history.