History of Cameron Boyce in Timeline

Cameron Boyce was an American actor who started his career as a child actor. He appeared in films such as Mirrors, Eagle Eye, Grown Ups (2010), and Grown Ups 2 (2013). He gained prominence for his starring role in the Disney Channel comedy series Jessie (2011–2015).

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1956: Jo Ann Boyce Integrated High School

In 1956, Cameron Boyce's paternal grandmother, Jo Ann Boyce, was one of the Clinton Twelve, the first African-Americans to attend an integrated high school in the Southern United States.

May 28, 1999: Cameron Boyce Born

On May 28, 1999, Cameron Mica Boyce was born. He later became an actor known for his roles in various films and television shows.

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May 2008: Music Video Debut

In May 2008, Cameron Boyce made his debut as a child actor in the music video "That Green Gentleman (Things Have Changed)" as a younger version of Ryan Ross.

July 2008: General Hospital: Night Shift Appearance

In July 2008, Cameron Boyce appeared in General Hospital: Night Shift as a recurring character named Michael.

August 2008: Feature Film Debut

In August 2008, Cameron Boyce made his feature film debut with a starring role in the horror film Mirrors and appeared in Eagle Eye.

2008: Early Film Appearances

In 2008, Cameron Boyce began his career as a child actor, with appearances in the films Mirrors and Eagle Eye.

June 2010: Grown Ups Star

In June 2010, Cameron Boyce starred in the comedy film Grown Ups as Keith, Adam Sandler's character's spoiled son.

2010: Grown Ups

In 2010, Cameron Boyce appeared in the comedy film Grown Ups.

April 2011: Good Luck Charlie Guest Appearance

In April 2011, Cameron Boyce made a guest appearance on Disney Channel's comedy series Good Luck Charlie.

June 2011: Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer

In June 2011, Cameron Boyce had a small role in the family comedy film Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer.

August 2011: Shake It Up Appearance

In August 2011, Cameron Boyce was one of the featured dancers on Disney Channel's comedy series Shake It Up.

September 2011: Cast in Jessie

In September 2011, Cameron Boyce was cast in the starring role of Luke Ross on Disney Channel's comedy series Jessie.

2011: Jessie Premiere

In 2011, Cameron Boyce secured his first starring role on the Disney Channel comedy series Jessie.

2012: Jake and the Never Land Pirates

From 2012 to 2014, Cameron Boyce starred as Jake in the second and third seasons of the Disney Junior series Jake and the Never Land Pirates.

2013: Grown Ups Sequel

In 2013, Cameron Boyce appeared in the sequel to the movie Grown Ups.

2014: Jake and the Never Land Pirates

From 2012 to 2014, Cameron Boyce starred as Jake in the second and third seasons of the Disney Junior series Jake and the Never Land Pirates.

2015: Supported HomeWalk

From 2015 until his death, Cameron Boyce helped raise money for the HomeWalk in support of United Way of America's initiative to end homelessness.

2015: Descendants Film Franchise

In 2015, Cameron Boyce achieved further prominence as Carlos in the musical fantasy Descendants film franchise.

2015: Cast in Descendants

In 2015, Cameron Boyce was cast as one of the main cast members in Disney Channel's Descendants, playing Carlos, the son of Cruella de Vil.

2015: Jessie Finale

In 2015, the Disney Channel comedy series Jessie, where Cameron Boyce had his first starring role, ended.

2017: Gamer's Guide to Pretty Much Everything

From 2015 to 2017, Cameron Boyce was featured as the lead of the Disney XD comedy series Gamer's Guide to Pretty Much Everything.

2017: Raised Funds for Thirst Project

In 2017, Cameron Boyce helped raise over $27,000 for the Thirst Project, which helps bring clean water to underdeveloped countries.

March 2018: Casted in Steps and Runt

In March 2018, Cameron Boyce was cast in the ABC comedy television pilot Steps and the indie film Runt.

January 2019: Joined HBO's Mrs. Fletcher

In January 2019, Cameron Boyce joined the cast of HBO's Mrs. Fletcher.

April 2019: Music Video Performance

In April 2019, Cameron Boyce performed in the music video for "Almost (Sweet Music)" by Hozier.

May 2019: Moved In With Co-Stars

In May 2019, Cameron Boyce moved in with former co-stars Karan Brar and Sophie Reynolds in Los Angeles.

May 2019: HomeWalk Opening Ceremony

In May 2019, Cameron Boyce participated in the opening ceremony of the 12th annual HomeWalk in downtown Los Angeles, to end homelessness in the United States.

July 6, 2019: Cameron Boyce's Death

On July 6, 2019, Cameron Boyce passed away at the age of 20.

July 9, 2019: Cause of Death Confirmed

On July 9, 2019, Cameron Boyce's family confirmed that his death was caused by an epileptic seizure and that he was previously diagnosed with epilepsy.

July 25, 2019: Wielding Peace Project

On July 25, 2019, the Cameron Boyce Foundation disclosed the first project to be carried out was Wielding Peace, which officially launched on August 16, 2019.

July 30, 2019: Autopsy Results Released

On July 30, 2019, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner released the autopsy results, confirming Cameron Boyce's cause of death was due to sudden unexpected death in epilepsy.

August 16, 2019: Wielding Peace Project Launched

On August 16, 2019, the first project to be carried out by the Cameron Boyce Foundation, Wielding Peace, was officially launched.

September 2019: Clothing Line Announcement

In September 2019, it was announced that Cameron Boyce's clothing line called Archives, co-founded by him and Veronica Graye, would be released in November.

September 2019: Pioneering Spirit Award Renamed

In September 2019, the Thirst Project officially changed the name of the Pioneering Spirit Award to the Cameron Boyce Pioneering Spirit Award, to honor his work with the organization.

November 2019: Release of clothing line

In November 2019, Cameron Boyce's clothing line called Archives, co-founded by him and Veronica Graye, was released.

2019: Cameron Boyce Foundation Founded

Following Boyce's death in 2019, The Cameron Boyce Foundation was founded in Los Angeles to provide young people artistic and creative outlets and promote positive change.

2019: Descendants Films

From 2015 to 2019, Cameron Boyce appeared in all three Descendants television films and various spin-off media.

2019: Death Due to Epilepsy Complications

In 2019, Cameron Boyce died at the age of 20 due to complications from epilepsy, prior to the Descendants 3 premiere.

February 24, 2020: Death of Diana Serra Cary

On February 24, 2020, former child actress Diana Serra Cary died at the age of 101. The documentary Showbiz Kids was dedicated to her memory and to Cameron Boyce's memory.

July 14, 2020: Showbiz Kids Debuts on HBO

On July 14, 2020, a year after Boyce's death, the Alex Winter-directed documentary Showbiz Kids, which includes interview footage of Boyce, debuted on HBO and was dedicated to his memory.