Line of Duty star's cause of death revealed
The sister of Line of Duty star Brian McCardie has thanked loved ones and fans for their support since the tragic passing of her brother, while also revealing what caused his sudden death at the age of 59.
Sarah McCardie shared a lengthy post on social media thanking people for their "overwhelming support" during the difficult time, adding that the Scottish actor will be laid to rest in a funeral on May 23rd at a church in his home country.
She also revealed that Brian died due to an aortic dissection, a tear in the aorta.
"The McCardie family would like to thank everyone for their overwhelming support regarding the sudden passing of Brian James McCardie - beloved son, brother, uncle & friend," she wrote.
"Brian died due to an aortic dissection, causing short pain and a sudden death."
"There will be a funeral mass held on Thursday 23rd May... where we will celebrate Brian's life before he takes his final bow."
Sarah, who is also an actress, previously confirmed the news of his death in a heartbreaking tribute post to her late sibling, saying he "is gone much too soon".
"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian James McCardie (59), beloved son, brother, uncle and dear friend to so many," her post began.
"Brian passed away suddenly at home on Sunday 28th April. A wonderful and passionate actor on stage and screen, Brian loved his work and touched many lives, and is gone much too soon."
"We love him and will miss him greatly; please remember Brian in your thoughts."
The post was flooded with comments of condolences, as one person wrote, "One of Scotland's greats on both the stage and the screen."
McCardie was best known for his role as Tommy Hunter on BBC's Line of Duty, the show Time with Sean Bean, and the film Rob Roy co-starring Liam Neeson.
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