(L.A.) Eric Applewhite, 52, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2026-03159

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 52-year-old Black male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Eric Applewhite. Born in L.A. County.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease

Other Significant Condition: Chronic Alcohol Use

RIP ERIC U APPLEWHITE (June 10, 1973 – February 21, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday.