Last year, the sudden passing of Ray Liotta left fans in mourning and with many questions as to the cause of his death. The actor died in his sleep while in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to film Dangerous Waters. It has now been confirmed that Liotta’s death was due to heart and respiratory issues, including respiratory insufficiency, pulmonary edema, and acute heart failure, according to documents cited by TMZ. The actor was also reportedly suffering from atherosclerosis.
Liotta had a successful career spanning over three decades, starting with his debut on the soap opera Another World. He later received critical acclaim for his role as Henry Hill in Martin Scorsese’s crime drama Goodfellas. The film, which also starred Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci, was a hit and is considered one of the greatest films ever made.
Despite his passing, Liotta’s legacy continues, as he made a major resurgence in recent years with his role as a ruthless divorce lawyer in the film Marriage Story, which was nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. He also appeared in No Sudden Move and The Many Saints of Newark, a prequel to The Sopranos. Ray Liotta’s sudden passing was a loss to the entertainment industry and his fans around the world, but his work will continue to be celebrated for years to come.
