What was Daniel Mickelson’s cause of death?

UP-AND-COMING actor Daniel Mickelson died from an accidental drug overdose at age 23.

He left behind grieving family, friends and fans.

Who was Daniel Mickelson?

Atlanta, Georgia native Daniel Mickelson was born on October 4, 1997.

The rising star is best known for his role in TV series Mani in 2019. He also starred in the indie horror film The Killer Clown Meets the Candy Man.

Daniel aspired to be a designer and had already announced the launch of his own clothing line.

He is the brother of model and Instagram star Meredith Mickelson, who was the first to announce Michelson's death in an Instagram post.

"My heart is shattered & to write this feels so wrong and i don’t even know what to say," Meredith wrote. "Yesterday I lost my brother, best friend & the other half of my heart."

She described her brother as "the happiest brightest smiley most sunshine human to exist."

Meredith's rep spoke on his death saying: "The Mickelson family is devastated by the tragic loss of their beloved Daniel.

What was Daniel Mickelson's cause of death?

Daniel passed away on July 4, 2021.

The LA County medical examiner-Coroner confirmed Mickelson died of fentanyl and cocaine toxicity,  ruling it an accident.

Which celebrities have paid tribute?

Celebrity pals including Paris Hilton, Kaia Gerber, and Patrick Schwarzenegger paid tribute to their late friend and all the "laughter and happiness" he brought to the world.

Supermodel Kaia led the poignant posts with a screenshot of a FaceTime call with Daniel with a touching message to him.

Patrick Schwarzenegger commented his condolences under the post, writing: "Praying for you."

Paris Hilton added: "So sad to hear this. RIP."

What has Daniel's girlfriend said about his death?

Daniel's last Instagram posts showed him enjoying hikes on a trip to Hawaii as well as snaps with his girlfriend Maddie Haley.

His grieving beau wrote on Instagram: "I don't want this to be real. Words can't even describe how I'm feeling right now.

"Last night I lost my best friend in the whole world. I feel like my hearts been ripped out of my chest. Daniel you were the kindest person I have ever met.

"You lit up every room with your contagious smile and never failed to make anyone happy."

She ended with: "I wish I could tell you how much I love you and I wish I got the chance to say goodbye.

"I'm not sure how I'm going to get through this but I'm going to be strong for you because I know it's what you would have wanted."