A cause of death has been revealed forSam Rubin.

According to the Medical Examiners report, Rubin suffered from ischemic heart disease due to atherosclerotic coronary artery disease.

The cause is listed as natural.

Sam Rubin

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He called in sick the following day and went to a hospital with stomach pain after calling 911.

He was pronounced dead in the emergency room a short time later.

He also was named Best Entertainment Reporter by the Los Angeles Press Club.

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His laugh, charm and caring personality touched all who knew him.

Sam was a loving husband and father: the roles he cherished the most.

Our thoughts are with Sams family during this difficult time.

Tom Tapp and Erik Pedersen contributed to this report.