The loss of anyone is tragic but at times, someone may die and it affects many people. That was the case with Michael Clark Duncan. He was well known for his part in many movies, including The Green Mile.
After Duncan appeared in The Green Mile, he received much praise for his acting abilities. He was a very talented and highly regarded actor, but his life was cut short far too soon.
As a youngster, Duncan was raised by a single mother. It was a stressful time in his life and he had to drop out of school and give up on his dreams of playing basketball because money was tight.
When he got older, he became a security guard and then, a bodyguard because of his large size. His athletic frame and physical condition made him someone who fit into those roles very nicely.
The Green Mile is one of the notable movies that Duncan played in, but it is not the only one. He also played in Armageddon, Talladega Nights, and Planet of the Apes. He had a lot of diversity, and his career was going strong.
Unfortunately, in 2012, Duncan died as a result of complications associated with a heart attack. It was said that his organs were severely damaged during the minutes after the episode, as he had gone without oxygen for five minutes.
Two weeks after the heart attack, he received a tracheotomy to assist with breathing but passed away shortly after. He was 54 years old at the time of his death.
When Duncan passed away, he was in his prime. He looked like a healthy man but unfortunately, there were things going on inside of his body that would take his life. May he rest in peace.
