‘Goldbergs’ Star Jackson Odell Dead at 20

Actor and singer-songwriter Jackson Odell, who is known for his recurring role as Ari Caldwell on ABC sitcom “The Goldbergs,” died Friday at a home in Tarzana, California, according to TMZ. He was 20 years old. The cause of death was not revealed and no foul play is suspected.

Aside from his role on “The Goldbergs,” Odell also has guest roles on comedies “iCarly,” “Modern Family” and “Arrested Development.” He also appeared in the 2011 movie “Judy Moody” and the “Not Bummer Summer.”

Odell was penned original songs for the soundtrack of the 2018 romantic drama film “Forever My Girl,” including “Wings of an Angel,” which “American Idol” contestant Lauren Alaina sang for the film.

“He will always be a shining light and a brilliant, loving and talented soul,” Odell’s famly said Sunday on Twitter. “He had so much more to share. Our family will always carry that truth forward. Our wish is that the rest of the world who knew and loved him does as well.”