Former Disney executive Dave Hollis died of an accidental overdose earlier this year, the authorities determined in the autopsy report.
Conducted by the Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office, the autopsy revealed that the 47-year-old had consumed fatal amounts of cocaine, fentanyl, and alcohol when he died at his home in Austin, Texas. Dave Hollis was the ex-husband of self-help author Rachel Hollis
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According to NBC News, Hollis had a history of drug and alcohol abuse, depression, high blood pressure. He also had hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to the autopsy.
Hypertensive cardiovascular disease refers to a group of heart conditions that are caused by high blood pressure, which puts excessive strain on the heart and blood vessels. Over time, this strain can lead to damage to the heart muscle and blood vessels, and increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, on the other hand, is a condition that is caused by the build-up of plaque (a fatty substance) inside the arteries. As the plaque accumulates, it can narrow and harden the arteries, making it harder for blood to flow through them. This can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.
Hypertension can contribute to the development of atherosclerosis by causing damage to the artery walls, making them more susceptible to plaque buildup.
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Hollis, the ex-Disney Distribution Chief, is credited with the successful re-launch of major franchises like Star Wars and Avengers. He is the author of the best-selling book Get Out of Your Own Way: A Skeptic’s Guide to Growth and Fulfillment, and the co-host of the popular podcast Rise Together with his wife Rachel Hollis.
