Autopsy: The Last Hours Of... - Season 9 / Year 2022
Season 9 / Year 2022
Episodes
Ricardo Montalbán
On January 14, 2009, beloved actor Ricardo Montalban died from Congestive Heart Failure at 88 years old. His passing saddened his fans in both Mexico and America. Dr. Michael Hunter helps to uncover the root causes behind his demise.
Andre the Giant
Known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, Andre Roussimoff aka Andre the Giant ruled professional wrestling during the 1970s and 1980s using his extraordinary physique at 7'4" tall and weight of 500lbs to become rich and eventually a star in Hollywood. But his size haunted him throughout his life and his untimely passing at age 46 prompted questions about his rare hormonal condition known as acromegaly. Dr. Hunter discusses Andre's remarkable career in which he pushed his body to its limits and the enormous stress his size and lifestyle had on his health.
Eddie Guerrero
A wrestling superstar known for his tireless showmanship during his 20-year career is Eddie Guerrero, whose iconic 'Latino Heat' persona won the hearts of millions of fans. Considered by many as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, Guerrero's death at age 38 stunned the wrestling world. Dr. Hunter delves into his passing by reviewing his medical history, including his troubling addiction to opioid pain medication and the toll it took on his body.
Telly Savalas
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of actor Telly Savalas.
James Garner
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of actor James Garner.
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
John F. Kennedy Jr.
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr.
Eddie Van Halen
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of musician Eddie Van Halen.
Buddy Holly
Dr. Michael Hunter analyses the details of this fascinating case to unearth the truth behind Buddy Holly's death. The singer often appeared to be a man in a hurry. He was always pushing. And when you push too hard, things get broken.
Paul Walker
On November 30 2013, the sad news was announced that the star of Hollywood action franchise 'Fast and Furious' Paul Walker had died. In a tragic twist of fate, the 40 year-old heartthrob had passed away in a high speed car accident.
Chadwick Boseman
On Friday, August 28, 2020, the heroic 'Black Panther' star Chadwick Boseman died at home surrounded by his family at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. He was just 43 years old. Dr. Michael Hunter analyzes the available medical evidence to find out how this highly-admired actor lived and died. Dr. Hunter also explores firsthand accounts from Boseman's life, to explain how Boseman managed to overcome the childhood traumas of homicide and racism, to shine bright, but briefly, as a superstar and spokesperson for Black rights.
Brandon Lee
On March 31, 1993, the world was shocked by the news that 28-year-old Brandon Lee, son of Kung Fu legend Bruce Lee, had been fatally shot on a film set. But how could an accident like this happen when the gun that fired the fatal shot was supposedly loaded with safe, blank ammunition? And how did a supremely fit martial arts hero succumb to an abdominal gunshot wound when the chances of survival seemed to be stacked in his favor? Dr. Hunter analyzes all the available medical details to offer insight into the death of Brandon Lee.
Johnny Carson
John William Carson (October 23, 1925 - January 23, 2005) was an American television host, comedian, writer and producer. He is best known as the host of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' (1962-1992). Dr. Hunter analyzes all the available medical details to offer insight into the death of Johnny Carson.
Freddie Prinze
Frederick James Prinze (born Frederick Karl Pruetzel) (June 22, 1954 - January 29, 1977) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. Prinze was the star of the NBC-TV sitcom 'Chico and the Man' from 1974 until his suicide in 1977 at age 22. Dr. Hunter analyzes all the available medical details to offer insight into the untimely death of Freddie Prinze.
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