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Stunt legend James Lew died of heart failure, death certificate shows
Stuntman and martial artist James Lew died of end-stage congestive heart failure at 73, according to his Los Angeles County death certificate.
The cause of death for Hollywood stuntman and martial artist James Lew is now known. His death certificate points to congestive heart failure that had reached its final stage.
What the record says
The certificate was issued by L.A. County's public health department. According to the record he passed away Aug. 23 while living at an assisted living home in L.A.
Heart failure is the only cause listed. No other significant conditions appear on the certificate. It also notes that he was cremated.
A life in action movies
Lew's wife Jordanna said at the time that he died at 73 after dealing with health problems she did not specify.
Over his career Lew handled stunt coordination and fight work on dozens of movies. His credits include "Star Trek," "Rush Hour," "Lethal Weapon 4," "Action Jackson" and "Timecop."
Many fans also remember the comic fight he shared with Charlie Sheen in "Hot Shots! Part Deux."
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