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Linda Lavin died in December at 87, and at the time, her sudden death was chalked up to complications from recently diagnosed lung cancer.
I'm old-school, so I appreciate when a cause of death is offered. This, in spite of a growing trend among the families of public figures to stay mum, which I always think communicates embarrassment. It is, of course, their choice.
In this case, a friend just brought to my attention that Lavin's widower Steve Bakunas posted a long video this week detailing her final moments — and it is incredible. I promise you, this video is from the heart and breaks down the dynamics of their relationship and the progression of her illness, as well as sharing the surprising details that came with unexpected death.
I never imagined she died in a car on the way to Cedars-Sinai.
I commend Steve for sharing this for the very reason he mentions — this happens to us all ...
