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Autopsy: The Last Hours of Season 13 Episodes
Season 13 Episode Guide
20 Episodes 2022 - 2023
Episode 1
Ricardo Montalban
Thu, May 5, 2022
On January 14, 2009, beloved actor Ricardo Montalban died from Congestive Heart Failure at 88 years old. His passing saddened his fans in both Mexico and America. Dr. Michael Hunter helps to uncover the root causes behind his demise.
Episode 1
Robert Reed
Sun, Apr 23, 2023
Dr. Michael Hunter is investigating the cause of death of actor Robert Reed, best known as the father of the 'Brady Bunch' sitcom.
Episode 2
Andre the Giant
Sun, May 8, 2022
Known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, Andre Roussimoff aka Andre the Giant ruled professional wrestling during the 1970s and 1980s using his extraordinary physique at 7'4" tall and weight of 500lbs to become rich and eventually a star in Hollywood. But his size haunted him throughout his life and his untimely passing at age 46 prompted questions about his rare hormonal condition known as acromegaly. Dr. Hunter discusses Andre's remarkable career in which he pushed his body to its limits and the enormous stress his size and lifestyle had on his health.
Episode 2
Flip Wilson
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
Dr. Michael Hunter researches the final days of writer, actor, producer, comedian, husband and father Flip Wilson (1933-1998).
Episode 3
Eddie Guerrero
Sun, May 8, 2022
A wrestling superstar known for his tireless showmanship during his 20-year career is Eddie Guerrero, whose iconic 'Latino Heat' persona won the hearts of millions of fans. Considered by many as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, Guerrero's death at age 38 stunned the wrestling world. Dr. Hunter delves into his passing by reviewing his medical history, including his troubling addiction to opioid pain medication and the toll it took on his body.
Episode 3
Sean Connery
Sun, May 14, 2023
Dr. Michael Hunter researches the life story and the final days of Scottish actor, producer, director, husband and father Sean Connery (August 25, 1930 - October 31, 2020).
Episode 4
Telly Savalas
Sun, May 15, 2022
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of actor Telly Savalas.
Episode 4
Doris Day
Sun, May 21, 2023
Dr. Michael Hunter researches the life story and the final days of actress, singer, producer, wife and mother Doris Day (April 3, 1922 - May 13, 2019).
Episode 5
James Garner
Sun, May 15, 2022
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of actor James Garner.
Episode 5
Sammy Davis Jr.
Tue, May 16, 2023
Investigating the cause of death of Sammy Davis Jr.
Episode 6
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Sun, May 22, 2022
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
Episode 7
John F. Kennedy, Jr.
Sun, May 22, 2022
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr.
Episode 8
Eddie Van Halen
Sun, Jun 5, 2022
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of musician Eddie Van Halen.
Episode 9
Buddy Holly
Sun, Aug 7, 2022
Dr. Michael Hunter analyses the details of this fascinating case to unearth the truth behind Buddy Holly's death. The singer often appeared to be a man in a hurry. He was always pushing. And when you push too hard, things get broken.
Episode 10
Paul Walker
Sun, Aug 14, 2022
On November 30 2013, the sad news was announced that the star of Hollywood action franchise 'Fast and Furious' Paul Walker had died. In a tragic twist of fate, the 40 year-old heartthrob had passed away in a high speed car accident. The ultimate action hero, who was blessed with stunning good looks, Paul had a thirst for thrills etched into his DNA. His maternal grandfather raced cars at the famous Bonneville Speedway, while his male side was dominated by wartime heroics. His grandfather was a Pearl Harbor veteran turned boxing champion and his father was a Purple Heart recipient. Ironically, ocean-lover Paul was a reluctant film star who had seen acting as a means to finance his passion for surfing. But at age 25, the arrival of his daughter Meadow forced Paul to challenge his Mormon LDS roots, deciding he wasn't ready to be a full-time father. Paul and the action movie industry became a perfect fit, earning Paul a fortune and the means to indulge his passion for fast cars. But after a decade contracted to the 'Fast and Furious' series, Paul wanted out. He had reconnected with his daughter and had launched his own disaster relief charity. During a Thanksgiving break from filming the latest turbo-charged outing of the multi-million franchise, Paul hosted a charity event. He took a ride around the block in a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT with his business partner Roger Rodas. They crashed and lost their lives. Dr. Michael Hunter analyzes the details of Paul Walker's death.
Episode 11
Chadwick Boseman
Sun, Aug 14, 2022
On Friday, August 28, 2020, the heroic 'Black Panther' star Chadwick Boseman died at home surrounded by his family at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. He was just 43 years old. Dr. Michael Hunter analyzes the available medical evidence to find out how this highly-admired actor lived and died. Dr. Hunter also explores firsthand accounts from Boseman's life, to explain how Boseman managed to overcome the childhood traumas of homicide and racism, to shine bright, but briefly, as a superstar and spokesperson for Black rights.
Episode 12
Brandon Lee
Sun, Aug 14, 2022
On March 31, 1993, the world was shocked by the news that 28-year-old Brandon Lee, son of Kung Fu legend Bruce Lee, had been fatally shot on a film set. But how could an accident like this happen when the gun that fired the fatal shot was supposedly loaded with safe, blank ammunition? And how did a supremely fit martial arts hero succumb to an abdominal gunshot wound when the chances of survival seemed to be stacked in his favor? Dr. Hunter analyzes all the available medical details to offer insight into the death of Brandon Lee.
Episode 13
Johnny Carson
Sun, Aug 21, 2022
John William Carson (October 23, 1925 - January 23, 2005) was an American television host, comedian, writer and producer. He is best known as the host of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' (1962-1992). Dr. Hunter analyzes all the available medical details to offer insight into the death of Johnny Carson.
Episode 14
Freddie Prinze
Sun, Aug 21, 2022
Frederick James Prinze (born Frederick Karl Pruetzel) (June 22, 1954 - January 29, 1977) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. Prinze was the star of the NBC-TV sitcom 'Chico and the Man' from 1974 until his suicide in 1977 at age 22. Dr. Hunter analyzes all the available medical details to offer insight into the untimely death of Freddie Prinze.
Episode 15
Rowdy Roddy Piper
Sun, Aug 7, 2022
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of professional wrestler Rowdy Roddy Piper (1954-2015).
Episode 16
Owen Hart
Sun, Aug 7, 2022
Dr. Hunter researches the final days of professional wrestler Owen Hart (1965-1999).
Episode 17
Brutal Killing of Jayna Murray
Sun, Mar 12, 2023
In 2011, Jayna Murray is found brutally murdered at her workplace in a Lululemon store in upscale Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Hunter investigates.
Episode 18
Mysterious Death of Steven Clayton
Sun, Mar 12, 2023
Steve Clayton, 64, died on 7/21/2018 from a fall down the stairs in his home. His wife, Lana Clayton, had given him Visine which is poisonous to ingest. Lana pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 25 years in prison. Dr. Hunter investigates.
Episode 19
Mysterious Death of Connie Dabate
Sun, Mar 19, 2023
Vernon, Connecticut: Richard Dabate, aka Rick Dabate, now age 46, was convicted in May 2022 for the December 2015 murder of his wife, Connie Dabate, after digital evidence from her digital Fitbit watch tracker contradicted his alibi. He was sentenced to 65 years in prison. Judge Corinne L. Klatt called his actions, "brutal, calculated, incomprehensible." Dr. Hunter investigates this murder.
Episode 20
Mysterious Death of Kat West
Sun, Mar 19, 2023
On January 13, 2018, Kat West was killed by her husband Jeff West. Forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter is investigating the case.
