Pete Rose, a legendary figure in baseball, passed away on September 30th at the age of 83 in his Las Vegas apartment. News of his death prompted many to ask about the circumstances surrounding his passing. Official reports have now clarified the cause of death for the celebrated athlete.
According to the Clark County coroner’s office, the primary cause of death for Pete Rose was hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Diabetes mellitus was also noted as a significant contributing factor. These medical terms describe conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. Hypertensive cardiovascular disease indicates heart problems arising from high blood pressure, while atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease refers to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, restricting blood flow. The combination of these conditions, exacerbated by diabetes, ultimately led to his death.
The timeline leading up to Rose’s death reveals a period of health concerns. Just days before he was found unresponsive, a person close to Rose took him to a hospital on September 25th. She reported that he was “acting different” and requested a comprehensive medical evaluation, including blood and urine tests. Despite these concerns, hospital tests reportedly came back normal, and no immediate issues were detected at that time.
On September 29th, Rose was in contact with an individual, but by the following day, September 30th, he became unreachable. This lack of communication prompted a welfare check by a concerned family member who, upon arriving at Rose’s apartment, discovered him unresponsive. Emergency services were called, but sadly, Pete Rose was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police documents indicate that authorities found several prescription medications and over-the-counter pain relievers in Rose’s apartment, along with a bottle of NyQuil. There were also signs suggesting he had been unwell in his final moments. While specific medical details were redacted from the police reports, the coroner’s official statement clearly points to cardiovascular disease and diabetes as the underlying causes of his death.
Pete Rose’s career began in 1963 with the Cincinnati Reds, marking the start of a celebrated, though sometimes controversial, journey in Major League Baseball. His health challenges in later years culminated in his death at 83, with hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease being the primary factors, compounded by diabetes. His legacy in baseball remains significant, even as details of his final days and the cause of his death become public knowledge.
