Obituary of Mitch Hedberg

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Mitch Hedberg

Mitchell Lee Hedberg (born February 24, 1968 in Saint Paul, Minnesota) was a comedian who was best known for his surreal humor which he performed with his trademark deadpan delivery. Mitch died on March 30, 2005 and his death was reportedly because of an accidental overdose on cocaine and heroin. He died young at age 37.

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Mitch Hedberg Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Hedberg, Mitch
    • Common Name: Mitch Hedberg
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
    • Birth Date: February 24, 1968
    • Age: 37 (at death)
    • Occupation: Comedian
    • Net Worth: $500 thousand
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Rust
    • Favorite Scent: Este Lauder Pleasures
    • Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

    Mitch's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Mitchell Lee Hedberg
    • Father: Arnold "Arne" Hedberg
    • Mother: Mary Hedberg (née Schimscha; 1943-2012
    • Sister(s):
      • Angie Anderson
      • Wendy Brown
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Lynn Shawcroft (married 1999-2005, his death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 30 2005 at age 37
  • Place: Livingston, New Jersey, United States
  • Cause of Death: Overdose (Accidental - cocaine and heroin)
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Woodbury, Minnesota, United States

Category Tags:

ComedianAmerican Born on February 24th Born in 1968 Born in Minnesota Died in 2005 Died at age 37 Died from Overdose

Quotable Quotes:

"Mitch was known as a brilliant comedic mind who left a lasting impact on the world through his unique and unforgettable humor, making him a beloved and missed figure in the entertainment industry. (V)"

"Mitch Hedberg was a beloved comedian known for his offbeat one-liners and deadpan delivery, but his life was tragically cut short due to a drug overdose at the age of 37. (V)"

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