Bob Saget’s family has revealed what led to the death of the comedian, which came as a shock to so many, especially his colleagues in the entertainment industry.
Bob Saget’s family in a statement released on Wednesday, confirmed that the comic actor died from head trauma.
“In the weeks since Bob’s passing, we have been overwhelmed with the incredible outpouring of love from Bob’s fans, which has been a great comfort to us and for which we are eternally grateful.
“Now that we have the final conclusions from the authorities’ investigation, we felt it only proper that the fans hear those conclusions directly from us.
“The authorities have determined that Bob passed from head trauma. They have concluded that he accidentally hit the back of his head on something, thought nothing of it and went to sleep. No drugs or alcohol were involved.
“As we continue to mourn together, we ask everyone to remember the love and laughter that Bob brought to this world, and the lessons he taught us all: to be kind to everyone, to let the people you love know you love them, and to face difficult times with hugs and laughter,”
Bob Saget’s family said.
According to the report by TMZ, sources with direct knowledge tell about what happened to the comedian, told the tabloid that after checking into the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Orlando on January 9, he hit his head on something. And authorities don’t know what object he hit, possibly the headboard but there was an obvious bruise on the back of his head.
Authorities believe Bob did not know the severity of the injury and got under the covers and went to sleep. He never woke up and died from a brain bleed.
TMZ also reported that the toxicology report has come back and there were no narcotics or alcohol in his system.
Bob had just finished a gig at a comedy club in Jacksonville, Florida and then drove to the Ritz in Orlando, arriving there just after 2 AM. His body was discovered in the room by hotel security at 4 PM.