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Former NBA player Brandon Clarke died at 29 from the combined effects of heroin and cocaine, ruled an accidental death by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner; authorities found drug paraphernalia near his body after he was found unresponsive in a San Fernando Valley home on May 11. Clarke spent seven seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies and was mourned by the team.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, 29, was found dead at a San Fernando Valley residence; the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has deferred the cause of death as investigators probe a possible overdose after drug paraphernalia was found at the scene. Clarke, a 2019 first-round pick and 2020 All-Rookie selection, played in 309 NBA games with career averages of 10.2 points and 5.6 rebounds, but appeared in only two games in the 2025-26 season due to injuries.
Martin Short’s daughter Katherine Hartley Short, adopted by the comedian and Nancy Dolman, died by suicide in February at age 42. The Los Angeles County medical examiner ruled the death a gunshot wound to the head, listing the case under her legal name Katherine Hartley. She had changed her last name to Hartley in 2013 to protect her privacy as a Los Angeles social worker; a note was found at the scene.
Dana Carvey's oldest son, Dex Carvey, passed away at age 32 from an accidental drug overdose, with fentanyl, ketamine, and cocaine found in his system. Dana and his wife, Paula Zwagerman, shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, expressing their love for Dex and offering prayers to those struggling with addiction. Dana took a break from work and social media to cope with the loss, but has since returned to work, sharing his gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from fans.