Carrie Fisher Cause of Death
Carrie Fisher died on December 27, 2016, at age 60. The official cause of death was a cardiac arrest. She was found in cardiac arrest on an airplane and later pronounced dead at a hospital.
Contributing Medical Factors
According to the Los Angeles County medical examiner, sleep apnea and other factors contributed to her death. The report noted coronary artery disease and drug use as additional conditions listed on the death certificate.
Circumstances and Final Days
Fisher became unresponsive during a flight from London to Los Angeles. Crew members performed CPR and she was taken to a hospital, where she died four days later. Her death was ruled accidental.
Legacy and Public Response
Fisher was widely known for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise. Her death brought renewed attention to heart health and sleep apnea awareness. For more details, see the Los Angeles County medical examiner report.
