Sam Rubin had a massive blockage in his coronary artery… according to the Los Angeles County coroner’s report on his death.
The ME’s Office says it has determined that the famed KTLA entertainment reporter officially died of ischemic heart disease due to atherosclerotic coronary artery disease. Translation: Sam suffered a heart attack due to the blockage.
As TMZ initially reported… Sam was rushed to UCLA West Hills Hospital in May, and we’re told he had a massive cardiac arrest while at home.
05/13/24
KTLA
Sam had been with KTLA since 1991 and was a fixture in Southern California homes for decades, covering entertainment, film and TV news…winning several Emmys along the way.
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5/10/24
KTLA
He leaves behind his wife, Leslieand their 4 children.
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Sam was 64 years old.
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