His mother, Lani Wells, broke the heartbreaking news on December 22, 2024, via Facebook.
Highlights
- Hudson Meek, a young actor and football prodigy, passed away at the age of 16 after falling from a moving vehicle in his hometown of Vestavia Hills, Alabama.
- Despite his short life, Hudson had a successful acting career and was a Vestavia Hills Rebel Football team member.
- Hudson’s family has chosen to honor his memory by establishing the Hudson J. Meek Memorial Scholarship, which will be awarded annually to a Vestavia Hills High School student.
Hudson Meek was a young actor best known for his role in the 2017 film “Baby Driver,” where he portrayed the younger version of the main character, Baby, played by Ansel Elgort.
Tragically, on December 21, 2024, Hudson Meek passed away at the age of 16 after falling from a moving vehicle in his hometown of Vestavia Hill, Alabama.
Meek was not only a promising actor, with roles in various TV series and movies, including “MacGyver,” “Found,” and “The Santa Con,” but he was also a football prodigy who played for the Vestavia Hills Rebel Football team.
Husdon sustained blunt force injuries from the accident and died two days later.
Born on May 8, 2008, Hudson is survived by his parents, Derek Firth and Lani Wells Meek, and his older brother, Tucker Firth Meek.
Lani Wells Broke The News On Facebook
Hudson’s mother, Lani Wells, broke the heartbreaking news to her Facebook followers on December 22, 2024, writing,
Our hearts are broken to share that Hudson Meek went home to be with Jesus tonight. His 16 years on this earth were far too short, but he accomplished so much and significantly impacted everyone he met.
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His obituary mentions that Hudson was an organ donor, and his family found some comfort in knowing that he would continue to help others even after his passing.
His father, Derek Firth, is not very active on social media and has maintained his privacy online.
Similarly, Hudson’s brother, Tucker Meek, also an actor with credits in movies like “Little,” “Under the Silver Lake,” and “Union,” has remained silent about his baby brother’s passing.
✝️ He is Risen, He is risen indeed! Happy Easter!💜
Posted by Lani Wells Meek on Sunday, April 17, 2022
Hudson Began Acting At 6 Years Old
Hudson’s acting career began when he was only 6, debuting in the 2014 Lifetime film “The Santa Con.”
His filmography also includes roles in “90 Minutes in Heaven” and appearances in television series such as “MacGyver.”
At the time of his passing, he had completed work on “The School Duel,” set for a posthumous release in 2025.
Beyond his acting achievements, Hudson was a sophomore at Vestavia Hills High School in Alabama, where he was an active member of the football team.
His dedication to the sport matched his involvement in the Honor Choir and student government.
Additionally, Hudson had achieved an advanced scuba diving certification and had visited all 50 U.S. states.
The Meek family has chosen to honor Hudson’s memory by establishing the Hudson J. Meek Memorial Scholarship, which will be awarded annually to a Vestavia Hills High School student.
Additional Information
- The circumstances surrounding Hudson’s untimely death are currently under investigation by the Vestavia Hills Police Department. Authorities have indicated that there were no signs of drug or alcohol involvement, and the incident is being treated as a tragic accident.
- Hudson is said to have binge-watched the entire 36 seasons of “The Simpsons.” He was also an avid gamer.
