Comedian and Actor Alex Duong Dies at 42 After Battling Rare Cancer

Alex Duong, a Vietnamese American comedian and actor known for his role on 'Blue Bloods,' passed away on Saturday at age 42 following a year-long struggle with a rare form of cancer. His wife, Christina Duong, confirmed his death in Santa Monica, stating he went into septic shock. Duong was diagnosed in 2025 with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, an aggressive soft tissue cancer that caused him to lose vision in his left eye. At the time of his diagnosis, his career was gaining significant momentum, including a planned tour opening for Ronny Chieng and a multi-episode guest role on 'Blue Bloods' where he played Sonny Le. He had also become the first Vietnamese American door person at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles, where colleagues described him as family. Despite facing substantial medical debt and challenges with the healthcare system, Duong maintained his humor and dedication to his family, including his 5-year-old daughter, Everest. A GoFundMe campaign launched to support his treatment has raised nearly $125,000, which will now assist his family. A memorial service is scheduled for April 17 at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.