Who was Zero Hubbard?

Zero Hubbard was a child actor known for his role as Fabian DeWitt on "Hill Street Blues" and guest appearances on other television shows.

Why was Zero Hubbard's death not widely known?

His passing went unnoticed in Hollywood for nearly nine months as no public obituary was issued, and his family struggled with financial difficulties.

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Child Star's Death Hidden for 9 Months

10 Feb

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Summary

Child actor Zero Hubbard died in May 2025, his passing unnoticed for nine months.
Hubbard was known for his role as Fabian DeWitt on Hill Street Blues.
A past family tragedy reportedly haunted Hubbard throughout his life.

Child actor Zero Hubbard, recognized for his role on "Hill Street Blues," passed away in May 2025, with his death remaining a secret in Hollywood for nearly nine months. No public obituary was released for the 54-year-old actor, whose passing was only known within his close family and friends.

Hubbard portrayed Fabian DeWitt on "Hill Street Blues" for 14 episodes and made guest appearances on shows like "L.A. Law" and "Diff'rent Strokes." His sister shared that he was hospitalized with breathing difficulties and complications, which tragically led to heart and respiratory failure.

His sister recounted the difficult decision to remove him from life support. The actor's life was also marked by the tragic murder of his mother when he was 16, an event he reportedly blamed himself for.