Lorenzo Brino, who portrayed Sam Camden in the well-known family drama series “7th Heaven,” has tragically passed away in a car accident at the age of 21.
Brino’s death occurred on March 9 in San Bernardino, California, with his identity confirmed on Sunday, March 15.
He lost control of his vehicle a little after 3 AM in Yucaipa and collided with a utility pole, resulting in his untimely demise at the scene, according to a press release from the San Bernardino Coroner’s Office. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Major Accident Investigation Team is currently investigating the collision.
According to TMZ, Brino was the sole occupant in the vehicle at the time of the accident.
Lorenzo Brino and his twin brother Nikolas Brino portrayed the youngest children, David and Sam, in the large Camden family on “7th Heaven.” They were introduced early in the series and appeared as regular cast members from seasons 6-11.
