Tyler Sanders | Fentanyl Overdose Death

Teen actor Tyler Sanders may have had a short life due to an accidental fentanyl overdose, but before he died, the 18-year-old managed to play various roles in television and film, achieving notoriety in the entertainment industry.

How Tyler Sanders Died

Tyler Sanders’ cause of death was ruled as an accidental fentanyl overdose. His death was announced by his agent Pedro Tapia on the same day Sanders passed away. 

On June 16, 2022, Sanders’ body was discovered in Los Angeles, California, after a friend called for a welfare check, according to Deadline.

Tyler Sanders’ History Of Substance Abuse

As stated by TMZ, Sanders’ parents revealed their son was struggling with mental health issues and depression. 

Additionally, the autopsy report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s office stated Sanders had a history of drug use. Drug paraphernalia was found near his body.

Although Sanders passed away due to the effects of fentanyl, the L.A. County Coroner also revealed Sanders had a history of specific drug use such as heroin, LSD, and the benzodiazepine Xanax.

Did Tyler Sanders Go To Rehab?

Unfortunately, there are no known instances of Sanders seeking drug addiction treatment. Like many who struggle with mental illness, Sanders “suffered in silence,” according to a statement by his father after his son’s passing.

About Tyler Sanders

Tyler Sanders, son of David and Ginger Sanders, was a child actor born on February 25, 2004. 

Beginning acting at only 10 years of age, Sanders participated in stand-up comedy as well as improv. His first T.V. appearance occurred in 2017 when he landed the role of Jake Otto from the spinoff series of The Walking Dead, titled Fear the Walking Dead.

Sanders also landed a role in What About Barb?, a NBC pilot. In 2018, he starred in the ABC show The Rookie alongside Nathan Fillion.

In 2020, Sanders portrayed the role of Leo in the Amazon Prime series Just Add Magic: Mystery City for 10 episodes. His work on the series earned him a Daytime Emmy nomination for “Outstanding Principal Performance in a Children’s Program.”

Final Role & Posthumus Premier 

In 2022, Sanders’ final role was on 911: Lone Star which starred Rob Lowe, who at one point during his career struggled with substance abuse as well. 

Sanders previously participated in the film The Price We Pay, which premiered in August 2022 at FrightFest 2022 just months after Sanders’ death.

Recovery Is Possible

Tyler Sanders’ life may have been brief, but his loved ones continue to speak out on the importance of addiction and mental health treatment. 

Recovery is possible when you access a combination of mental and behavioral health services, including behavioral therapy, medication–assisted treatment, and other evidence-based practices. To learn how we treat addiction, please contact us today.