Celebrity News October 25, 2022
Leslie Jordan Sought Medical Help in Weeks Leading Up to His Death (Report)
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Leslie Jordan died on Monday, and now new information has come to light about his health.
The comedian was driving his BMW in Hollywood when he crashed into a building. At the time, TMZ reported law enforcement suspected Jordan suffered a medical emergency prior to the crash.
Now, sources tell the site Jordan was experiencing shortness of breath for the past three weeks and had an upcoming appointment with a cardiologist.
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Law enforcement sources now tell TMZ they believe Leslie had a heart attack before the accident.
On Monday, "Extra's" Jenn Lahmers was at the scene of the crash and spoke to a security man, who claimed that Jordan was driving very slowly before he clipped a white truck. Cars were reportedly weaving around his BMW and honking just before he crashed into a building.
TMZ notes the medical examiner is investigating, and Leslie’s cause of death has not been announced.