Ron Ely — star of the 1960s TV show — “Tarzan” died from a heart issue … our team has learned.
According to the death certificate, obtained by us, Ron’s official cause of death is listed as “end-stage heart disease.”
End-stage heart disease is the most severe form of heart disease, occurring when the heart is too weak to pump blood effectively, and patients with the disease generally only live 6 to 12 months … according to Massachusetts General Hospital.
The death certificate gives a nod to Ron’s Hollywood career … noting he spent 30 years in the entertainment business.
In addition to playing “Tarzan” on TV, Ron had acting credits on “Wonder Woman,” “The Love Boat,” “L.A. Law,” “Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze,” “The Friend Who Walked the West,” and multiple other ‘Tarzan’ projects.
As we reported … Ron’s daughter announced his death back in Octobery, saying he died peacefully September 29 in his home, surrounded by family.
The death certificate says Ron died at 7:04 PM and his body has since been cremated.
Ron was 86.
