Teal, who appeared in season 7 of the show, was 35 Bethany Joy Lenz is paying tribute to a longtime friend following his death. The actress shared a heartfelt post on Instagram on Sunday, Nov. 17 as she reflected on her years-long relationship with actor Paul Teal,

Teal was best known for his role on One Tree Hill as Josh. He appeared on the drama series for seven episodes in 2010. Costar Bethany Joy Lenz paid tribute to the actor who she knew well before her One Tree Hill days.

Paul Teal, who joined the cast of the drama "One Tree Hill" in season seven as Josh, died on Friday from cancer.

Hallmark star Bethany Joy Lenz shared a lengthy tribute to Hallmark and "One Tree Hill" alum Paul Teal upon news of his passing.

Teal’s former One Tree Hill co-star Bethany Joy Lenz was among those paying tribute on social media, with Lenz writing on Instagram: “My heart is heavy. Paul Teal was the kind of guy who lit up a room without trying. His bright smile, infectious laugh and kind heart made you want to be near him.”

One Tree Hill actor Paul Teal, who played Josh in season seven of the WB series, died Nov. 15 at 35. Bethany Joy Lenz, who shared she cast Paul in the series, remembered the Outer Banks alum.