Ray Liotta’s cause of death officially revealed.

Remembering Ray Liotta: A Hollywood Legend

Breaking News: Ray Liotta Passes Away at 67

Hollywood has lost one of its most iconic actors. Ray Liotta, best known for his leading role in Martin Scorsese’s 1990 crime classic “Goodfellas,” passed away on May 26, 2022, in his sleep. He was 67.

According to TMZ, Liotta was shooting a new film, “Dangerous Waters,” in the Dominican Republic when he died. Officials reported that his death was caused by respiratory insufficiency, pulmonary edema, and acute heart failure. Liotta also had atherosclerosis, which can lead to heart attack and heart failure.

A Career That Will Never Be Forgotten

Liotta was a Hollywood legend who burst onto the scene in the late 80s with roles in “Something Wild” and “Field of Dreams” before he starred in “Goodfellas” in 1990 with Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci. His ruggedly handsome looks and blue eyes made him a perfect fit for the role of Henry Hill, narrating a tale of his growth into an organized crime gang.

The film was nominated for six Oscars, with Pesci winning the only award. Liotta’s career continued to flourish, and he remained busy until his untimely death. In November, he told People that he still felt like there was a lot more he wanted to achieve in his career.

A Hollywood Icon Remembered

Liotta’s passing has left a void in Hollywood, and his fans and colleagues are mourning his loss. Lorraine Bracco, who played Karen Hill in “Goodfellas,” took to Twitter to express her grief.

“I am utterly shattered to hear this terrible news about my Ray. I can be anywhere in the world & people will come up & tell me their favorite movie is Goodfellas. Then they always ask what was the best part of making that movie. My response has always been the same…Ray Liotta.”

Ray Liotta will always be remembered as a Hollywood icon who left an indelible mark on the film industry. Rest in peace, Ray.

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