‘Menace II Society’ Star Dies Tragically At 52

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‘Menace II Society’ Star Dies Tragically At 52

“Menace II Society” star Samuel Monroe Jr. died at the age of 52 after a months-long battle with meningitis.

His mother, Joyce Patton, announced his passing on Facebook, August 27, writing, “Today God called him home.”

“Please honor my final request to pray for the family, especially his 3 children,” she wrote.

Patton told TMZ the popular 90s actor died at the hospital at 10:24 PM Wednesday.

Monroe Jr. was hospitalized with a severe case of meningitis and MRSA pneumonia in April. He suffered from a number of ailments and was ultimately placed on life support.

His wife, Shawna Stewart, shared a message on Facebook in July notifying fans that his condition had worsened, and he was forced to undergo his third brain surgery.

A GoFundMe page was set up with the hopes of alleviating the financial burden associated with the actor’s mounting medical bills.

Stewart also shared news of Monroe Jr.’s passing on Facebook.

“Sam, the strength you had for those nine months that the hospital misdiagnosed you is unheard of and so Strong-hearted of you,” she wrote.

“You definitely were a fighter. Your journey on this earth may have come to an end, but your light will continue to shine.”

In addition to his memorable role in “Menace II Society,” Monroe’s credits included “Tales From The Hood,” “Set It Off,” “Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Juice in the Hood,” and “The Player’s Club.”

He also amassed a number of television credits for appearances in “NYPD Blue,” “Murder One,” “Smart Guy,” “The Lion’s Den,” and “Southland.” (RELATED: ‘Transformers’ Icon Peter Cullen, Legendary Voice Of Optimus Prime, Dead At 85)

Stewart concluded her tribute by saying, “Your legacy will live through our beautiful children Kingston Milliano and Brooklynn Monroe, your mother Joyce Patton, your brothers and sisters, all the rest of your family that loves you, especially all the movie films and songs showing your talented work, through the people you touched, and through everyone who loved you.”