Sean Malone Dead: 'Gone Baby Gone' Drowning Accident Coma & Death Shock Twitter, RIP Tributes

Reports confirm that after spending several days in a coma, actor Sean Malone died on July 29 at the age of 54. Back on July 20, Malone almost drowned while swimming at a beach in South Boston. After an intense rescue effort, the "Gone Baby Gone" star never regained consciousness.

According to The Boston Globe, an off-duty firefighter spotted Malone drifting out a bit too far in the water at M Street Beach in Massachusetts. The man eventually lost sight of Malone, but swam out to help with three other teenagers on a boat. Malone (who also played small parts in several Beantown-based films including "The Fighter" and "The Forger") was brought to shore and imemdiately given CPR. He was quickly transferred to Boston Medical Center and listed in critical condition. Nine days later, he sadly passed away on Wednesday. The news was later confirmed on Twitter:

@BostonFire: "Sean Malone succumbed to his injuries this evening surrounded by his son Sean, parents and siblings at Boston Medical Center... His family would like to thank the dedicated staff at BMC, Boston EMS, those that rescued Sean and their friends for their support."

Now, fans continue sharing their heartfelt RIP tributes:

@Tim_Keenan95: "RIP Sean Malone - a great Boston actor, a fixture at BC High, and one of the friendliest guys I've ever met. You're a legend #TheHoppa."

@LadyElwell: "RIP Sean Malone. Peace, Prayers and Blessings to you and your family."

@KimAugusta: "Aw man. RIP Sean Malone, our local movie star with the huge heart. You will be sorely missed. You always had a big kiss on the lips for me, ever since I was a teenager... RIP Bucky, xoxo God Bless. Prayers and condolences to the Malone family and all of West Roxbury and Southie."

@PollyfromBoston: "@BostonFire Very sad to hear that. My aunt knew him and the family. My condolences. #RIPSeanMalone."

@LadyElwell: "RIP Sean Malone My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

Thoughts and condolences go out to Malone's family, friends, and fans during this tragic time: