Autopsy: The Last Hours of... - Season 7 - Eps 6: Andy Kaufman
On May 16th 1984, unique comedy talent, Andy Kaufman, died from a rare form of lung cancer at just 35 years of age. Renowned for his eccentric stage routines and comedy sketches on the TV show ‘Saturday Night Live’ he went on to gain international fame playing ‘Latka’ the goofy mechanic in the 70’s sitcom ‘Taxi’. A master of invention, he told friends he was going to fake his own death, leading some to believe he did not die. In this episode, expert Coroner and Forensic Pathologist, Dr. Michael Hunter, examines Andy Kaufman’s medical history to try and discover what caused the death of this comic phenomenon at such a young age.
About Autopsy: The Last Hours of...
Title: Autopsy: The Last Hours of...
First Air Date: 2014-01-07
Last Air Date: 2023-06-04
Status: Returning Series
Rating: 7.1/10 (from 13 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 11
Total Episodes: 164
Network: Reelz
Genres: Documentary, Mystery, Drama
Production Companies: Unknown
Synopsis
Revealing the truth behind the controversial deaths of some of the most famous celebrities. Crucial medical evidence gained from the actual autopsies explains what killed the stars and reveals how they died, finally putting an end to the speculation.
Cast
Michael Hunter
Self - Forensic Pathologist
Eric Meyers
Narrator
