Leslie Jordan’s cause of death, aged 67, has been confirmed as “sudden cardiac dysfunction” which led to her BMW crashing into the side of a Hollywood building.
In documents obtained by People from the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office, a coroner found no drugs in his system and declared the star’s death “from natural causes.”
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease was cited by the coroner as a secondary factor.
Tragic: Leslie Jordan’s cause of death aged 67 confirmed as ‘sudden cardiac dysfunction’ three months after his tragic death
Known for his work on Will & Grace, Call Me Kat and American Horror Story, Jordan was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee and lived in Los Angeles. He recently started a career as a country singer and announced the release of a new song just a day before his death.
In 2006, he won an Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actor for his recurring role as Beverly Leslie on the NBC hit series Will & Grace.
His co-stars Sean Hayes and Eric McCormack were among the first stars to pay tribute to him in October.
Sean Hayes wrote on Twitter at the time: “My heart is broken. Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Everyone who met him loved him. There will never be anyone like him. A unique talent with a big caring heart. You will be missed my dear friend.’
Co-star Eric McCormack, who played the lead Will Truman, said he was “devastated” by the loss.
Confirmed: In documents obtained by People from the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office, a medical examiner found no drugs in his system and said the star’s death was “of natural causes”
“The funniest, flirtiest southern gentleman I’ve ever known. The joy and laughter he brought to all his #WillandGrace episodes was palpable. Gone 30 years early. You were loved, dear person.’
In Jordan’s latest Instagram post, he posted a video of himself singing with songwriter Danny Myrick and announced that he will be releasing a new single soon.
“Sunday Mornin’ Hymm Singin’ with @dannymyrick,” Jordan wrote on social media. “Danny helped me with a new original song that was coming out soon. Love. Bright. Leslie.”
Don’t hesitate: In Jordan’s latest Instagram post, he posted a video of himself singing with songwriter Danny Myrick and announced that he will be releasing a new single soon
Will & Grace co-star Sean Hayes also paid tribute on social media
Eric McCormack, who plays Will Truman in Will & Grace, also remembered Jordan on Twitter
A representative for Jordan announced his death on the actor’s social media page and asked fans to share their fondest memories of the star.
“The love and light that Leslie shared will never fade and we invite you to share your memories and comfort each other at this time. Over the next few days we will share a glimpse of a project that Leslie was very proud of and is excited to share with the world.”
“Without the love and light of Leslie Jordan, the world is certainly a much darker place today,” his agent added in a statement to Reuters. “Not only was he a mega-talent and a joy to work with, but he provided an emotional refuge for the nation at one of its most difficult times. What he lacked in size, he made up for in generosity and greatness as a son, brother, artist, comedian, life partner and human being.”
Source: Daily Mail
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