Sawyer Sweeten, who played one of the twins on Everybody Loves Raymond , died in April 2015 at the age of 19 after taking his own life.

What happened

  • Sawyer Sweeten died by suicide while visiting family in Texas, just weeks before his 20th birthday.
  • He was best known for playing Geoffrey Barone on Everybody Loves Raymond alongside his real-life twin brother Sullivan and sister Madylin.

Family and cast response

  • His family and former castmates have spoken publicly about their grief and how unexpected and devastating his death was.
  • In the 30th anniversary reunion special for Everybody Loves Raymond in late 2025, the cast paid tribute to Sawyer and made clear how deeply they still miss him.

Mental health and legacy

  • Sawyer’s siblings, especially Madylin and Sullivan, now use their public platforms to support suicide-prevention efforts and mental health awareness, including fundraisers and collaborations with hotlines.
  • They have described talking about Sawyer as a way to honor his memory and to help others who might be struggling.

If this topic feels heavy or personal, it can help to reach out to someone trusted or a local mental health or crisis service for support.