Known as “The West Coast Donald Trump”, Donald Sterling rose from California divorce attorney to billionaire real estate mogul before acquiring the Los Angeles Clippers basketball team. But a racist rant, scorned mistress and accusations of mental frailty brought it all crashing down and forced the sale of his basketball team for a record price negotiated by his wife, Shelly, that completely froze him out.

Robin Williams was a brilliant standup and one of the most successful actors of his generation. During his decades in the business, Williams enjoyed massive success, but expensive divorces took a toll. And even the best estate planning couldn’t prevent a fight over his 100-milliondollar fortune after his death.

Born into poverty on the South side of Chicago, Bernard McCullough was raised by his mother and grandmother. Inspired as a boy by Bill Cosby, Bernie determined to become a comic to help others overcome the kinds of tragedies he endured as a youngster including the loss of his mother and brother before his tenth birthday. Meeting his wife to be Rhonda in high school was a turning point. They fell in love, got married and had a baby girl before they turned 21. Forced to work to support his family, Bernie took any job he could get including fry cook, delivery man and janitor. But in his off hours he listened for hours to the comedy albums of Richard Pryor, Bill Cosby and others until he summoned the courage to start performing at open mike nights at local clubs. Being paid with beer and cigarettes was ok with Bernie until the money got tight. Luckily, he broke out by winning the Miller Lite Comedy Contest hosted by the Wayans brothers and from there, he went on to performing around the country and ultimately winning national fame on Def Comedy Jam. From there, the Kings of Comedy followed and ultimately, international success with The Bernie Mac Show and a string of hit films. Bernie was at the top of his game when he was struck with a still mysterious disease called Sarcoidosis, an inflammatory condition that can lie dormant for decades before become terminal. Bernie died at the young age of 50 with undoubtedly decades more of comic brilliance lost forever. He remains in the pantheon of top comics of the modern era and is still missed and beloved by millions.

When legendary comedian Garry Shandling died at the age of just 66 in 2016, his fans and the show business community were mystified and shocked. Over 40 years on stage and screen, audiences loved his self-analytical and self-deprecating humour and thanks to hit sitcoms like the Larry Sanders show, he garnered over 60 awards or nominations, including Emmys. Outwardly, he appeared to be in good health – never drinking to excess or using illegal drugs but always pursuing a busy fitness regime, eating well and practicing meditation. Behind the scenes howecer, Garry was obsessively perfectionist and workaholic and suffered intense stress in his business and personal lives. He also battled with serious long-term health conditions resulting in major surgeries and the removal of internal organs. His medical history was complicated. World renowned pathologist Dr Michael Hunter is re-opening Garry’s medical files to solve the mystery of what caused the fatal blood clot that would ultimately claim Garry’s life.

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.

Gilda Radner was an icon of American comedy, whose unique characters on hit show Saturday Night Live catapulted her into the nation’s heart. But behind the laughter was a life blighted by illness and sorrow- from bulimia to multiple miscarriages. And at the age of just 42 she died of ovarian cancer in a Los Angeles hospital. So what caused her to catch the deadly disease at such a young age and why did doctors miss multiple opportunities to catch it? World renowned medical examiner and forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter leads the investigation to find the answers.

On March 4th 1994, beloved comedy actor John Candy was found dead in Durango Mexico, where he had been working on what would become his final film, Wagons East. Candy rose through the ranks of the celebrated Second City theatre group, and went on to appear in over 40 films, winning acclaim for his performances in classic films such as Splash, Cool Runnings and Planes, Trains and Automobiles. His death certificate stated that he died of a heart attack – but what was the cause? John Candy was known for his larger than life persona, and he battled with his weight throughout his life. But it seems that events that unfolded in Mexico on the set of Wagons East could have also contributed to his shocking and untimely death at the age of just 43. World renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter will analyse every detail of Candy’s death certificate, along with the testimonies from those closest to John, in order to understand what ultimately caused the death of a Hollywood icon.

Chris Farley was the larger-than-life Hollywood star regarded as one of the funniest comedians of his generation. His outrageous blend of physical slapstick and vulnerable charm earned him the adoration of the American public. After shooting to fame in the early 90’s as one of Saturday Night Live’s brightest talents, he went on to star in a string of hit movies. But on December 18th 1997 Chris’ body was found on the floor of his Chicago apartment, after four days of partying. He died alone aged 33. Now, Medical Examiner Dr. Michael Hunter is taking a fresh look at the death of an icon who was loved by millions.

Robin Williams was one of the funniest and most gifted comedians of his generation. He burst to prominence in 1978 in the hit TV sitcom Mork & Mindy and won an Oscar for Good Will Hunting in 1997. But just before noon on August 11th 2014, he’s found hanging from a belt secured to a closet door in his home in Tiburon, California. Now, Dr Michael Hunter is piecing together the events of Robin William’s last hours and evidence from the autopsy report to uncover what triggered this suicide. The star had overcome major heart surgery, was winning a lifelong battle with drink and drugs and, at the age of 63, was set to reprise one of his most famous roles in a sequel of box office smash Mrs Doubtfire. Yet beneath this surface Robin Williams was a troubled man, secretly coping with a recent diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease, taking medication used for severe psychiatric conditions and displaying bizarre signs of paranoid behaviour. However, Dr Hunter reveals it’s a rare and undiagnosed brain disease that finally is the driver that causes Robin Williams to take his own life. Alongside sensitive and factually based drama we talk to close friends, biographers and a psychologist and painstakingly investigate the tragic death of a comedy legend.

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In Las Vegas, NV a boisterous woman is placed into a restraint chair during intake. In Paterson, NJ punches are thrown and questions are asked after a fight occurs. In Las Vegas, NV a woman accused of dodging a bar tab is brought in after trying to spit and bite an officer.

In Tampa, FL an irate man refuses a breathalyzer test and then proceeds to slam his head against plexiglass. In Portland, OR a man brought in for a warrant transforms into a “cell warrior” within his holding pen. In Paterson, NJ an inmate scheduled for release reflects on the opportunities ahead.

In Tampa, FL it takes several deputies to corral a suspect into a cell after tremendous turmoil. In Cincinnati, OH a man becomes suicidal after being brought in on burglary charges. In Austin, TX a prisoner berates a Judge during court proceedings and faces the gavel.

In Tampa, FL deputies fear a man may attempt to hang himself and intervene. In Portland, OR a heavily injured man ends up in jail after taking cocaine and acid. In Tampa, FL a man becomes erratic after his blood sugar levels go haywire.

In Austin, TX a violent ruckus ensues after a man is placed in a holding cell for Public Intoxication. In Draper, UT secret prison communication methods employed by inmates are explored. In Tampa, FL deputies cautiously extract a disruptive man while his wife is held a nearby cell.