The official cause of the death of “Rowdy” Roddy Piper has been revealed.
He died from a blood clot in his lungs.
TMZ sports obtained a copy of the death certificate, which shows the wrestling legend had pulmonary embolism (a blood clot) that triggered a heart attack.
The death certificate helps explain the clot, Roddy suffered from hypertension for years, resulting in chronic high blood pressure. Clotting can occur as a result of high blood pressure.
The document reminds everyone how much of a force Roddy was in his profession, his occupation is listed as “PROFESSIONAL WRESTLER … 45 YEARS.”
You can view the certificate HERE.
