British teen drama star dies at 31, mother says

British teen drama star dies at 31, mother says

British actor William Rush , best known for his role as Josh Stevenson on the BBC school drama Waterloo Road , has died at the age of 31.  His mother, Coronation Street actress Debbie Rush , shared the heartbreaking news with fans on social media on December 18, 2025 , one day after his passing on December 17 . Debbie Rush’s emotional announcement described the family’s profound grief and asked for privacy during this difficult time.  She revealed that even in death William made a final generous act — he was an organ donor , a decision she said would “give hope and life to other families.”  William rose to prominence as a young actor on Waterloo Road , appearing in hundreds of episodes between 2009 and 2013 .  Over his career he also appeared in other British TV series such as Grange Hill , Shameless , Casualty , and Vera , and even competed on The X Factor in 2016.  Tributes have poured in from fans and colleagues alike following the news of his passing, remembering him for his talent, kindness, and …