Popular American actor, producer, and director Bret Hanna-Shuford, known for his roles in Disney Royals, Disney Animazement Trio IRL, and In Rehearsal with... Stranger Things the Musical is dead. Bret, who was married to husband Stephen Hanna, passed on Saturday and, according to reports, was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. He and his husband share a son named Maverick. He was 46 when he died.Bret Hanna-Shuford operated a YouTube channel where, as a certified life coach, he mentored people on what they need to know about acting and theatre. According to his official website, he was "a kid from small-town Texas," who "could never have imagined what it would be like to be in an Oscar-nominated movie or a Tony-nominated show." Bret ventured into acting at a young age of six and featured in several productions, including community theater, regional commercials, and even local films.More details on Bret Hanna-Shuford's deathBret Hanna-Shuford passed away on Saturday, January 3. Stephen confirmed his death in a statement posted on their joint Instagram account, Broadway Husbands."It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that early this morning we said goodbye to the most amazing man, husband and Papa in the universe. Bret Hanna-Shuford left this world peacefully, surrounded by love, with his family. Our hearts are broken, but we will continue to make him proud of us. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostBret had been battling an aggressive form of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis and peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL), which are rare, life-threatening conditions that affect the immune system.In his last post, the actor appreciated everyone who supported him throughout the course of his sickness."Hello, this is the first post I've made in three days, and I just wanted to say for those of you that have been waiting to hear from me, Hi. Thank you for your sweet messages, and I just wanted to give you an update."He added in the three-minute-long video:"I hope you know how much I appreciate you and your support of me through this time."Also read: “The way the world is actually about to heal”: Netizens buzz as BTS launches new website with a comeback countdown for March 20Also read: What was the plot of "Silence Of The Lambs"? Elon Musk claims the movie was about a "trans serial killer who wanted to become a woman"Also read: Who is Stephen Hanna? Broadway star Bret Hanna-Shuford's husband and family life explored following his death at 46