Mortal Kombat Star Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa Dies At 75, All About His Cause Of Death

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa Dies At 75: Shang Tsung star reportedly died of complications from a stroke, his family told the media.

Mortal Kombat star Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa passed away at 75 on Thursday in Santa Barbara, California. His family has confirmed the demise of the legendary actor who rose to fame for his role as the evil sorcerer Shang Tsung and across other film, television and video games.He was reportedly surrounded by family, including his children.

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa Cause Of Death

The 75-year-old reportedly died of complications from a stroke, his manager Margie Weiner told the media. The sudden death of Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa left his family and fans completely shocked. Talking about the 'immeasurable' loss, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa's manager said, "Cary was a rare soul: generous, thoughtful, and endlessly committed to his craft. His loss is immeasurable. My heart is with his family, friends, and all who loved him."

One internet user on X (previously Twitter) wrote, "RIP Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa. I will never forget your iconic role as Shang Tsung. Mortal Kombat was a big part of many children's lives when I was growing up and your performance was a gift to all of us." Another added, "RIP Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, an absolute legend of the Asian-American community. Thank you for all your phenomenal contributions to cinema."

What Is A Stroke?

A stroke is a medical condition that occurs when something blocks the blood supply to the parts of the brain or when tiny blood vessels in the brain rupture. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 15 million people annually suffer from a stroke worldwide.

"The brain controls our movements, stores our memories, and is the source of our thoughts, emotions, and language. The brain also controls many functions of the body, like breathing and digestion," the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) explains. "To work properly, your brain needs oxygen. Your arteries deliver oxygen-rich blood to all parts of your brain. If something happens to block the flow of blood, brain cells start to die within minutes, because they can't get oxygen. This causes a stroke."

Healthcare professionals warn that a stroke can leave a lasting negative impact such as brain damage, long-term disability, or even death. There are two types of stroke: Ischemic stroke and Hemorrhagic stroke.

Signs And Symptoms Of Stroke In Men And Women

Here are some of the most common signs and symptoms of stroke in men and women, as per the CDC:

• Numbness or weakness in the face, arm or leg, particularly on one side of your body.
• Trouble speaking normally, confusion and difficulty in understanding speech.
• You may experience vision problems such as trouble seeing in one or both eyes.
• Feeling dizzy, loss of balance or lack of coordination while walking.
• Sudden severe headache with no obvious cause.

How To Prevent Stroke?

According to the CDC, many stroke cases can be prevented through certain lifestyle changes, while simultaneously working with your health care team to manage your condition. Some of the crucial things to keep in mind for managing stroke are to choose healthy food and drinks, maintain a healthy weight, perform exercise regularly, quit smoking, limit alcohol, etc.