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News of Brittany Murphy dying today leaves fans in shock (photos, video)

Dec 20, 2009 Author Amanda Collins

News of Brittany Murphy dying today leaves fans in shock (photos, video)

News of Brittany Murphy dying today from a cardiac arrest has left the nation in shock and saddened fans world wide. Brittany Murphy was only 32 years old, and many do not think of someone her age as suffering from a heart attack. There are many conditions that could contribute to cardiac arrest in younger adults, but it will not be until an autopsy is performed that the cause of death will be determined.

Rumors have surrounded Brittany Murphy for many years, regarding her weight and possible drug addiction. Both eating disorders and drug use can disturb the electrical rhythms of the heart and result in cardiac arrest.

According to a report by Radar Online, paramedics were called to the actresses home by her husband, Simon Moniack. Reports by TMZ also state that Brittany’s mother found her unconscious in the shower. Paramedics arrived and transported Brittany to the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; at 10:04 a.m. PT, Brittany Murphy was pronounced dead.

There is an active investigation underway to determine the cause of the starlet’s sudden death.

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