One Tree Hill’s Paul Teal Passes Away at Age 35: Offering condolences, Bethany Joy Lenz
According to Emilia Torello’s Instagram post on November 17, Paul Teal, who portrayed movie star Josh in season seven of the WB series, passed away on November 15 following a health fight. He was thirty-five.
In her social media message, Emilia stated, “On Friday, November 15, 2024, the most considerate, motivating, ambitious, self-disciplined, and loving man passed away.” “Paul, you were my future, my rock, my love, and my soon-to-be spouse. You sent love into my heart, butterflies into my stomach, and laughing into my lungs. In a battle that you always fought valiantly, you were taken too soon.
In the midst of her sorrow, she added, she will remember him.
Emilia said, “Even though a piece of me died with you, I swear to strive for happiness in life just as hard as you did to live each day.” “I am the luckiest person in the world because I got to call you mine, and the world is fortunate to have even had a moment with Paul Teal.” I shall always love you.
On social media, Bethany Joy Lenz, who costarred with Paul in the drama alongside Sophia Bush, James Lafferty, Jana Kramer, and others, also shared her condolences for his demise.
On November 17, Bethany posted on Instagram, saying, “My heart is heavy.” Paul Teal was the type of person who naturally brightened a space. You wanted to be close to him because of his kind heart, contagious laugh, and dazzling grin.
The 43-year-old remarked on her experience working with Paul, even directing him in a 2010 episode of One Tree Hill. She mentioned how she first met Paul while staging a theatrical version of The Notebook in 2006.
On social media, Bethany Joy Lenz, who costarred with Paul in the drama alongside Sophia Bush, James Lafferty, Jana Kramer, and others, also shared her condolences for his demise.
On November 17, Bethany posted on Instagram, saying, “My heart is heavy.” Paul Teal was the type of person who naturally brightened a space. You wanted to be close to him because of his kind heart, contagious laugh, and dazzling grin.
The 43-year-old remarked on her experience working with Paul, even directing him in a 2010 episode of One Tree Hill. She mentioned how she first met Paul while staging a theatrical version of The Notebook in 2006.
A Lovely Start
In 2022, Emilia Torello made her relationship with Paul Teal public by saying, “You’re the cutest jailbird I ever did see,” beside a photo of the two of them dressed for Halloween.
A Moment That Is Picture-Perfect
Emilia documented her trips with Paul across the world over the years, including a trip to Paris in November 2023.
In the Love City
“After 20 cappuccinos and nearly 200,000 steps,” Emilia wrote of the journey.
Just smiles
The pair enjoyed a warm beverage and matching outfits as they celebrated Christmas.
It’s Wonderful
In the summer of 2023, the One Tree Hill star and Emilia celebrated Barbie’s release with a charming date night.
A Home Run
In a cute three-part Instagram series, Emilia shared details of her and Paul’s July celebration of his 35th birthday, including a visit to the batting cages in part one.
Love in the Great Outdoors
Paul’s 35th birthday party included a wooded hideaway in August as part two.
Better Together
The caption for Emilia’s third birthday tribute to Paul read, “Our weekend living in the trees.” This is what she described the vacation.
A Sad Farewell
Emiliar broke the devastating news of Paul’s death on November 17.
“Paul, you were my soulmate, my soon-to-be-husband, my rock, and my future,” she wrote in her letter. “You sent love into my heart, butterflies into my stomach, and laughing into my lungs. In a battle that you always fought valiantly, you were taken too soon.”
She went on, “I am the luckiest person in the world because I got to call you mine, and the world is lucky to have ever had a moment with Paul Teal. I shall always love you.