Orrin Hatch Cause of Death
Former U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch died on April 23, 2022, at age 88. According to reports, his death was attributed to natural causes. He had been in declining health in his final years.
Early Life and Career
Orrin Grant Hatch was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1934. He moved to Utah, studied at Brigham Young University, and later earned a law degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He was first elected to the U.S. Senate in 1976 and served for more than four decades.
Legacy and Final Years
Hatch chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee and was known for his work on tax policy and judicial confirmations. In his later years, he faced health challenges common in advanced age. His death was confirmed by family and former staff, with tributes highlighting his long public service.
For more background on his career and passing, see the New York Times obituary.
