Actor/Model Maurice Murrell passed away last night! The full details of his death have not yet been released to the public other than the fact that he passed away in the early a.m. hours.
Murrell first appeared on the cover of the January 2006 edition of the legendary, now defunct CLIK Magazine, and the images from that landmark shoot solidified his status as a rising star in the black LGBT community. Under the title Bare Essentials, the brief introduction not only layed Murrell bare under the camera, but also revealed him to be a conscientious young man of character, heart and humor.
From the initial photos by Karen Detrick, a respectable modeling career was launched that included more magazine covers, book covers, glossy calendars and more fashionista profiles. Murrell eventually made his film debut in the popular film Finding Me and is featured in its sequel, Finding Me: Truth.
I did not know Maurice Murrell! But it's not because we didn't have the opportunity. Aside from a few very brief, very friendly exchanges on Facebook, we just never held much conversation! Still, I admired Mr. Murrell from afar based on more that just his obvious physical beauty.
Yet I find it ironic that that is the only way I can pay tribute to another beautiful brotha gone too soon ... ... ...
On behalf of Corey@ I'll Keep You Posted, I'd like to offer my condolensces to Maurice's family members, his friends and to his admirers. May God be with you in your time of loss and reflection.
R.I.P. Maurice!
OMG YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED WE ALL LOVE YOU.
Posted by: MIKI AUSITN | May 25, 2011 at 10:48 PM
I heard his name for the first time on twitter yesterday but never before saw his mermaid feature...
Posted by: Arrondell René | May 26, 2011 at 10:25 PM
I was at sizzle Miami today and they announced his passing. They also had a moment of silence and displayed a large poster with a quote at the bottom of the poster "Never a Dull Moment". Sorry to hear about his lost of life. He was a beautiful man.
Posted by: John Williams | May 27, 2011 at 10:03 PM
thanks for this....
Posted by: Fabian Thomas | May 30, 2011 at 05:58 PM
Not, How Did He Die, But How Did He Live?
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Not how did he die, but how did he live?
Not what did he gain, but what did he give?
These are the units to measure the worth
Of a man as a man, regardless of birth.
Not, what was his church, nor what was his creed?
But had he befriended those really in need?
Was he ever ready, with word of good cheer,
To bring back a smile, to banish a tear?
Not what did the sketch in the newspaper say,
But how many were sorry when he passed away.
--Author unknown
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Taken from the WWW, and I dedicate it to the memory of
Maurice Murrell
~Ronnie "Doc" Davis
Posted by: Ronnie Davis | June 01, 2011 at 07:31 PM
I have followed Maurice's career since first meeting him online yrs ago on what was then the newest of social media. We did not talk often but when we did, he alway's took time to acknowledge me as a fan and spend a few minutes to chat. I had the pleasure of letting him know that his Clic magazine was sold out. I feel that I have lost a personal friend. I pray that his relatives and friends will find comfort in knowing that Maurice was well loved by all.
Posted by: Ernest | June 05, 2011 at 01:29 PM
Hi All,
Please go to www.mauricemurrell.com and leave your condolences, photos and memories. This boy was so special to all of us! Thank you!
Posted by: New York City | June 12, 2011 at 01:32 PM