BREAKING: Scrubs actor Sam Lloyd dies at the age of 56

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Legendary actor Sam Lloyd has died at the age of 56.

The actor was best known for his portrayal of Ted Buckland in the US comedy-drama Scrubs. The sad news was confirmed on Twitter by Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence.

He wrote: "Thinking a lot about Sam Lloyd today. (Ted). Truly such a kind, sweet guy. He will be missed by so many."

The tragic news comes a year after Sam welcomed his first child, Weston, with his wife Vanessa. He was diagnosed with terminal cancer in January 2019.

News of Sam's terminal diagnosis was revealed by  Scrubs producer Tom Hobert and his wife through a GoFundMe. At the time of writing, the fundraiser has raised $159,150 of its $100,000 target.