Actor Ron Cephas Jones, best known for his role in This is Us, has died at age 66, a representative confirmed.

A representative for Jones confirmed to People on Saturday that the actor died due to a long-standing pulmonary issue.

Throughout the course of his career, his warmth, beauty, generosity, kindness and heart were felt by anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him, the statement continued. He began his career at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and his love for the stage was present throughout his entire career, including his recent Tony nominated and Drama Desk Award winning performance for his role in Clydes on Broadway.