Frederic Charles Willard was an American actor, comedian, and writer. He was best known for his roles in the Rob Reiner mockumentary film This Is Spinal Tap; the Christopher Guest mockumentaries Waiting ...

How did Fred Willard die?

His cause of death was cardiac arrest, according to a death certificate obtained by TMZ on June 3. Willard's daughter Hope announced his death in a statement, writing, "It is with a heavy heart that I share the news my father passed away very peacefully last night at the fantastic age of 86 years old.

What disease does Fred Willard have?

Fred Willard's cause of death has been revealed. The comedic star died of cardiac arrest, TMZ reports. According to his death certificate, obtained by the outlet, Willard suffered from several underlying health conditions, including myelodysplastic syndrome and coronary artery disease.