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(CNN) - Actor Harry Hains, who played roles in productions such as "American Horror Story," died at age 27, his mother Jane Badler announced.
Badler, who appeared in science fiction drama "V" in both the original 1980s and 2009, said on Instagram that his son died on January 7.
“On January 7 my beautiful son died. He was 27 years old and had the world at his feet. But unfortunately he fought against mental illness and addiction, ”he wrote.
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On Jan 7 my beautiful son died. He was 27 and had the world at his feet. But sadly he struggled with mental illness and addiction. A brilliant spark shone bright too short a time .. I will miss you Harry every day of my life… if you are in LA and know harry there is a service for him at Hollywood Forever Sunday jan 12 at 3 pm. 6000 Santa Monica Blvd .. RSVP harryhainscm@gmail.com
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"A bright spark shone very little time ... I will miss you Harry every day of my life."
Hains was in an episode of "American Horror Story" and also participated in the television series "Sneaky Pete" and "The OA". He had leading roles in independent films and starred in the 2015 drama "The Surface."
Badler said a memorial service will be held for Hains in Los Angeles.
How to get help: In the US, call the National Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-8255. The International Association for the Prevention of Suicide and Befrienders Worldwide can also provide contact information for crisis centers worldwide.