Hudson Joseph Meek (August 5, 2008 – December 21, 2024) was a talented American child actor celebrated for his portrayal of Young Baby in the critically acclaimed film Baby Driver (2017). Tragically, Meek’s life was cut short at the age of 16 due to a tragic accident.
Biography Summary
| Full Name | Hudson Joseph Meek |
| Date of Birth | August 5, 2008 |
| Place of Birth | Alabama, United States |
| Date of Death | December 21, 2024 |
| Occupations | Child Actor |
Life
Originally from Alabama, Hudson Meek began his acting career at a young age, appearing in The Santa Con (2014) and later in popular television shows such as MacGyver and Found. In 2017, he portrayed the character of a Young Baby in the critically acclaimed film Baby Driver.
Circumstances of His Death
Hudson Meek passed away on December 21, 2024, after sustaining injuries from a fall from a moving vehicle in Vestavia Hills, Alabama.
The incident occurred on December 19, leading to severe blunt force trauma. He was taken to UAB Hospital but unfortunately did not survive.
The Vestavia Hills Police Department is currently investigating the details surrounding this tragic event.
His family expressed profound sorrow over his loss, emphasizing that although his life was brief, he made a significant impact on many people.
Filmography
Films
- The Santa Con (2014) – Young
- The List (2015) – Group Home Child
- 90 Minutes in Heaven (2015) – Chris Piper
- Baby Driver (2017) – Young Baby
- The School Duel (2024) – Post-production
Television
- MacGyver (2016) – Boy
- Badanamu Cadets (2020) – Bada
- Badanamu Stories (2020-2021) – Bada
- Legacies (2022) – Tiberius
- Found (2023) – Teenage Sir
- Genius (2024) – Arnold
Several additional projects are anticipated for release in 2025.
