Christopher Plummer's Sad Cause Of Death

Born Arthur Christopher Orme Plummer on December 13, 1929, in Toronto, Christopher Plummer was raised in Senneville, Quebec, near Montreal, after his parents divorced shortly after his birth. Fluent in both English and French, Plummer initially aspired to become a concert pianist but discovered his passion for acting after watching Laurence Olivier's 'Henry V' in 1944.

Christopher Plummer, died at 91 on February 5, 2021, as reported by the 'Associated Press'. The Canadian-born star was best known for playing "Captain Von Trapp" in 'The Sound of Music'.

In 2010, Plummer became the oldest actor to win an Oscar, as noted by the 'Associated Press'. Over his seven-decade career, he earned an Oscar, two Tonys, and two Emmys, according to The New York Times. Plummer was also highly praised for his Shakespearean performances, including his lead role in 'Broadway's King Lear' in 2002.

Christopher Plummer’s dedication to his craft remained unwavering. In a 2017 interview with the Associated Press, he expressed no intention of retiring. "I love my work. I love what I do," he shared. "And I'm so sorry for a majority of people who do not like their jobs and can't wait to retire, which of course, is death. I'll never retire. I hope to drop dead onstage. That's what I really want to do."

Plummer died at his home in Weston, on February 5, 2021, at the age of 91. According to his wife Elaine Taylor, he died two and a half weeks after a fall that resulted in a blow to the head.

“It’s so sad but he had a great life,” said Taylor to The Canadian Press by phone. “He had a fall, unfortunately. He hit his head against my car and he was taken to the hospital. They repaired the leaks and he came home, but it was a really horrible accident.” “He fought the good fight,” she added. “But eventually I think he thought… ‘Exit stage right,'" she added.

His longtime manager, Lou Pitt, described him as "an extraordinary man who deeply loved and respected his profession, with great old-fashioned manners, self-deprecating humor, and a love for the music of words," in a statement shared with 'The Guardian.'

"He was a national treasure who deeply relished his Canadian roots," Pitt said.

Through his art and humanity, he touched all of our hearts and his legendary life will endure for all generations to come. He will forever be with us," Pitt added.