Saved by the Bell actor Patrick Muldoon was reported to have died on Sunday (April 19) after what multiple outlets described as a heart attack.
A friend of the 57-year-old confirmed the producer’s passing to Deadline, and the Days of Our Lives star was remembered as “stylish, charismatic, and full of life”.
The friend also said Muldoon “embraced each day with a full-tilt, rock ’n’ roll spirit” and described him as “endlessly generous”.
They added that Muldoon “loved animals and people alike, gave unforgettable hugs, and possessed a rare quality of making others feel safe and seen”.
An official cause of death has not been publicly detailed. However, several reports suggested he suffered a sudden heart attack on Sunday morning.
A heart attack can occur when blood flow to the heart is blocked, most commonly due to a blood clot.
According to Cleveland Clinic, early warning signs can sometimes begin hours, days, or even weeks before a myocardial infarction.
Cardiologist Dr Jacqueline Tamis-Holland has explained that some people experience symptoms that come and go in the lead-up to an event, describing a pattern of “waxing and waning”.
Discussing what that can look like, Dr Tamis-Holland told the Cleveland Clinic: “Some people have chest discomfort that goes away and then comes back. The feeling might last five minutes or 10 minutes. But because it’s not intense or severe, and it goes away, they don’t call their provider.
“Some people just feel really tired in the weeks before.
“While this is less often a warning sign, some patients have described this sensation in the days prior to their event. They don’t have as much energy as they usually do.”
She also noted that some people report a sense of impending doom, which can persist for days.
Continuing, Dr Tamis-Holland said: “There are some people who have said after the fact, ‘I just didn’t feel well, but I can’t really explain it,’”
If you’re experiencing symptoms that concern you, it’s recommended to seek medical advice.
As Dr Tamis-Holland advised: “If you have any of these signs and are concerned, call your physician or healthcare provider,”
And if you believe you may be having a heart attack, call 911 immediately.