Jack Black Shares 'Heartbroken' Tribute To 'School Of Rock' Co-Star Kevin Clark

And according to the Chicago Sun Times, it was his talent with the drums that netted him the role despite his lack of acting experience.

And music continued to be his passion in life as he went on to form bands, write songs, and teach children just as Black's character had in the movie that introduced the world to Clark.

In the words of his mother Allison, "He told his bandmates just yesterday 'You know, this is finally the life I want to live. And we’re going to make it. You’re my musical family — my family — and we’re all going to make it.'

As the Chicago Sun Times reported, this occurred at a reputedly dangerous intersection on Chicago's North Western Avenue at 1:20 am.

The other vehicle was a Hyundai Sonata driven by a 20-year-old women who has since received several citations from the police.

As we can see, it featured a collage with the two working together on School of Rock and reuniting years later.

Accompanying the photo was a caption in which Black said, "Devastating news. Kevin is gone. Way too soon. Beautiful soul. So many great memories. Heartbroken. Sending love to his family and the whole School of Rock community."

h/t: Chicago Sun Times