Emilia Torello, Teal’s partner, shared with TMZ that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in April.

Paul Teal’s partner, Emilia Torello, opened up about the health battles the One Tree Hill alum faced prior to his death at age 35. Torello told TMZ on Monday, November 18, that Teal died seven months after being diagnosed with stage IV neuroendocrine pancreatic cancer.

Paul Teal, an actor known for his recurring role on the TV series " One Tree Hill ," died on Friday after a battle with cancer, a representative for Teal confirmed to CBS News.