Autopsy: The Last Hours of... (2014)
S06E03 Jimi Hendrix
Episode Overview
Jimi Hendrix, one of the highest-earning musicians worldwide, had achieved remarkable success by the age of 27, with three multi-million selling albums and a revolutionary impact on rock guitar. However, he passed away in London on September 18, 1970. The coroner determined that he died from asphyxiation due to inhaling his own vomit but issued an open verdict due to a lack of clarity regarding the circumstances. Decades later, his death remains enigmatic, with various conflicting stories leading to theories of overdose, suicide, and foul play. Medical Examiner Dr. Michael Hunter re-investigates the case, using medical evidence to uncover the truth behind Hendrix's untimely demise.