Famous actor Ray Liotta’s cause of death has been revealed as a respiratory insufficiency, pulmonary edema and acute heart failure, TMZ reports.
Officials in the Dominican Republic found Liotta was dealing with respiratory issues and that he had fluid in his lungs at the time of his death, according to TMZ. Liotta also reportedly suffered from atherosclerosis, which is the thickening of the arteries brought about by plaque collecting in the inner lining.
Ray Liotta Cause Of Death Revealed, Acute Heart Failure & Respiratory Issues https://t.co/2fC7A0153s
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Liotta’s manner of death has been classified as natural and nonviolent, according to TMZ.
The 67-year-old died May 26, 2022. He had been filming his movie, “Dangerous Waters,” in the Dominican Republic, the outlet reported.
A source close to the star indicated Liotta died peacefully in his sleep, according to TMZ. (RELATED: REPORT: Raquel Welch Cause Of Death Revealed)
The actor, best known for his work in “Goodfellas” and “Field of Dreams,” was engaged to Jacy Nittolo at the time of his death.