Nicholas Brendon was found by a friend shortly after he died, according to new details being shared by authorities.
In a statement to PEOPLE on Wednesday, March 25, Putnam County Coroner Todd Zeiner confirmed the Buffy the Vampire Slayer alum, 54, was found deceased on March 20, and “positioned as if asleep.” TMZ was first to report the news.
“The decedent resided alone and was discovered by a longtime friend who had been staying overnight to provide care,” Zeiner said. “Evidence indicated the time of death was very recent. Investigators are reviewing recently posted videos as potential evidence of prior illness.”
The identity of the friend who found Brendon was not disclosed.
Brendon’s family members reported that the actor had a history of cardiac issues, Zeiner said, adding that there were no signs of foul play. Nothing at the scene indicated the death was anything other than natural, the coroner added.
Brendon’s body was transported for an autopsy. Toxicology and final results are pending. The final cause and manner of death will be released upon completion of all findings.
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