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