(L.A.) Gordon Rael, 60, Died in Beverly Hills
Case Number: 2020-08629
Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 60-year-old Caucasian male that occurred in a hotel/motel.
The coroner’s office has identified the man as Gordon Rael.
Manner of Death: Accident
Cause of Death: Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Other Significant Condition: Methamphetamine Toxicity
RIP GORDON RAEL (February 17, 1960 – September 17, 2020)
Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday at 12:33 p.m.
The medical examiner listed the decedent as indigent and homeless. He was notably the only son of Raquel Gordon Rael, a high-profile best friend of Doris Day, and daughter of Oscar-winning songwriter Mack Gordon.
Incident Location: Room 233
418 South Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
This is considered an accidental drug overdose.