Overview
- The Putnam County coroner’s report released Tuesday ruled the death natural and pointed to a 90% blockage in the right coronary artery caused by long‑term cardiovascular disease.
- Acute pneumonia and a previous heart attack were listed as contributing factors to the 54‑year‑old actor’s death.
- The autopsy noted an enlarged heart, severe narrowing of the right coronary artery, moderate narrowing in two major left‑side arteries, and small‑bowel inflammation likely tied to cardiogenic shock.
- A longtime friend, Theresa Fortier, found Brendon at his Indiana home after days of a persistent cough and chest pain, and officials reported no signs of foul play at the scene.
- The coroner said toxicology is pending, and records show Brendon had significant prior health issues including a 2022–2023 cardiac incident, a congenital heart defect, multiple spinal surgeries, and a history of smoking.