Actor Bill Paxton died of a stroke after undergoing heart surgery, according to his death certificate. Bill Paxton and his wife, Louise Newbury, attend the premiere of Million Dollar Arm in Hollywood in 2014. (Mario Anzuoni/Reuters)A family representative who issued a statement at the time had cited "complications from surgery," but provided no further details. Paxton is survived by his wife of 30 years, Louise Newbury, and their two children. The drama series, which premiered Feb. 2, has so far attracted dwindling ratings and, after Paxton's passing, a second season is unlikely.

Source: CBC News March 07, 2017 16:52 UTC