Floyd Roger Myers Jr. Dies at 42

Floyd Roger Myers Jr., a former child actor known for his roles as a young Will Smith in 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' and a young Marlon Jackson in 'The Jacksons: An American Dream', died at the age of 42. His mother, Renee Trice, confirmed to TMZ that he passed away from a heart attack at his home in Maryland on October 29, 2025. Myers had a history of heart attacks, having suffered three in the past three years. He was a devoted father of four children: Taelyn, Kinsley, Tyler, and Knox. A GoFundMe campaign was launched by his sister, Tyree Trice, to help cover funeral expenses and support his children. Beyond his acting career, Myers co-founded The Fellaship Men s Group, an organization focused on empowering men. The group paid tribute to him on Instagram, pledging to continue their mission in his honor.