A cause of death has been confirmed for Dex Carvey, two months after he passed away.
The son of Dana Carvey and his wife Paula Zwagerman died in November at the young age of 32.
At the time, Dana took to Instagram to tell fans about the “terrible tragedy” his family suffered.
Keep reading to find out more…
People obtained a report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, who determined that Dex died from an accidental drug overdose. “He was found to have fentanyl, ketamine and cocaine in his system at the time of his death,” the outlet reported.
Shortly after Dex‘s death, Dana announced that he would be taking a break from work amid the grief.
We continue to send our thoughts and condolences to the Carvey family during this difficult time.
The son of Dana Carvey and his wife Paula Zwagerman died in November at the young age of 32.
At the time, Dana took to Instagram to tell fans about the “terrible tragedy” his family suffered.
Keep reading to find out more…
People obtained a report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, who determined that Dex died from an accidental drug overdose. “He was found to have fentanyl, ketamine and cocaine in his system at the time of his death,” the outlet reported.
Shortly after Dex‘s death, Dana announced that he would be taking a break from work amid the grief.
We continue to send our thoughts and condolences to the Carvey family during this difficult time.
- 1/24/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
More details have emerged surrounding the death of Dana Carvey’s eldest son Dex.
On Tuesday, Rolling Stone confirmed with the Los Angeles Medical Examiner that Dex Carvey died on Nov. 15 of an accidental overdose due to fentanyl, ketamine, and cocaine toxicity. He was 32.
Back in November, Dana Carvey and his wife Paula Zwagerman confirmed that their son had died in a “terrible tragedy” after an overdose.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, filmmaking, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately,...
On Tuesday, Rolling Stone confirmed with the Los Angeles Medical Examiner that Dex Carvey died on Nov. 15 of an accidental overdose due to fentanyl, ketamine, and cocaine toxicity. He was 32.
Back in November, Dana Carvey and his wife Paula Zwagerman confirmed that their son had died in a “terrible tragedy” after an overdose.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, filmmaking, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately,...
- 1/24/2024
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
The official cause of death for Dana Carvey’s son Dex has been revealed. The L.A. County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed Tuesday that Carvey died from a lethal combination of fentanyl, ketamine and cocaine and the cause is listed as accidental.
The report confirms his parents” initial statement when Carvey passed on November 15, 2023. “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” the statement from Dana and Paula Carvey said.
Dex Carvey’s girlfriend called 911 on the evening of November 15, authorities said. He had apparently locked himself in the bathroom and was unresponsive when authorities arrived. They were unsuccessful in attempts to revive him.
Dex Carvey opened for his father’s 2016 Netflix special, Straight White Male.
His parents’ statement went on to say, “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music,...
The report confirms his parents” initial statement when Carvey passed on November 15, 2023. “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” the statement from Dana and Paula Carvey said.
Dex Carvey’s girlfriend called 911 on the evening of November 15, authorities said. He had apparently locked himself in the bathroom and was unresponsive when authorities arrived. They were unsuccessful in attempts to revive him.
Dex Carvey opened for his father’s 2016 Netflix special, Straight White Male.
His parents’ statement went on to say, “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music,...
- 1/23/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
After his son’s accidental drug overdose last year, Dana Carvey has finally opened up about his journey after his loss.
After a hiatus from his podcast Fly On The Wall with David Spade, Carvey finally returned to the show explaining that his journey of loss was a private one. He went on to say, “We’re all together, and we do a lot of fun things. We hike, we go to church. You just want to make sure that you keep moving.”
While sharing about his grief, he also commented that coming back onto the show would be “healthy” as he recovers from the situation.
Dex Carvey, 32, was discovered dead in his L.A. home, locked in his bathroom, on November 15th, 2023. Dana and his wife, Paula Zwagerman, revealed later in a social media post that the cause of death was an accidental drug overdose.
The couple also posted...
After a hiatus from his podcast Fly On The Wall with David Spade, Carvey finally returned to the show explaining that his journey of loss was a private one. He went on to say, “We’re all together, and we do a lot of fun things. We hike, we go to church. You just want to make sure that you keep moving.”
While sharing about his grief, he also commented that coming back onto the show would be “healthy” as he recovers from the situation.
Dex Carvey, 32, was discovered dead in his L.A. home, locked in his bathroom, on November 15th, 2023. Dana and his wife, Paula Zwagerman, revealed later in a social media post that the cause of death was an accidental drug overdose.
The couple also posted...
- 1/19/2024
- by Morgan Lee Powers
- Uinterview
Dana Carvey has returned to work following the death of his son Dex Carvey in November. Dex, 32, died from an accidental drug overdose, which Carvey and his wife Paula Zwagerman announced in a statement on Instagram. This week, Carvey rejoined David Spade for their Fly on the Wall podcast and took the opportunity to reflect on his grief.
In the episode, titled “Welcome Back Dana!,” Carvey thanked his fans for their ongoing support. “If you’re listening to our podcast, you probably know about my family’s loss,” Carvey said during the show’s opening.
In the episode, titled “Welcome Back Dana!,” Carvey thanked his fans for their ongoing support. “If you’re listening to our podcast, you probably know about my family’s loss,” Carvey said during the show’s opening.
- 1/18/2024
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
Comedian Dana Carvey is taking a break from both work and social media in the wake of his son’s death. Dex Carvey died from an accidental overdose on Thursday. Carvey announced the news on Instagram, where he wrote the break is the result of “trying to figure out what life looks like now that we are a family of 3.”
He wrote, “This is just to say thank you. My wife and I have been overwhelmed by your love, your personal stories, your compassion.”
“We received so many beautiful messages from people who knew Dex. These touched us more than we could ever express in words. I will be taking a break from work and social media — trying to figure out what life looks like now that we are a family of 3.”
Carvey’s statement concluded, “We will heal the best we can and carry on. Our darling Dex would have wanted it that way.
He wrote, “This is just to say thank you. My wife and I have been overwhelmed by your love, your personal stories, your compassion.”
“We received so many beautiful messages from people who knew Dex. These touched us more than we could ever express in words. I will be taking a break from work and social media — trying to figure out what life looks like now that we are a family of 3.”
Carvey’s statement concluded, “We will heal the best we can and carry on. Our darling Dex would have wanted it that way.
- 11/20/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Dex Carvey, the son of comedian and former “SNL” star Dana Carvey, died of an accidental drug overdose on Nov. 15. He was 32.
Dana Carvey confirmed the news in a joint statement with his wife Paula Zwagerman on Instagram.
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” the statement read. “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.”
The statement continued: “It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him, you loved life too. He made everything fun. But most of all, he loved his family; his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee. Dex was a beautiful person. His handmade birthday cards are a treasure. We will miss him forever. To anyone struggling...
Dana Carvey confirmed the news in a joint statement with his wife Paula Zwagerman on Instagram.
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” the statement read. “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.”
The statement continued: “It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him, you loved life too. He made everything fun. But most of all, he loved his family; his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee. Dex was a beautiful person. His handmade birthday cards are a treasure. We will miss him forever. To anyone struggling...
- 11/19/2023
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
There was a very emotional moment at the very end of this weekend’s Saturday Night Live.
As guest host of the night Jason Momoa signed off from Saturday’s episode (November 18), Weekend Update co-anchor Colin Jost held up a sign that said “We love you Dana and Paula.”
The sweet message was meant for SNL alum Dana Carvey and wife Paula Zwagerman, after the couple’s oldest son, Dex Carvey, died earlier this week from an accidental drug overdose at 32.
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Dana spent seven seasons on the SNL cast from 1986 to 1993, especially known for his impressions of George H.W. Bush and Ross Perot, as well as original characters like Church Lady, Hans (to Kevin Nealon‘s Franz) and Garth alongside Mike Myers in “Wayne’s World” sketches. He also won five consecutive Emmy nominations while on the show.
Find out more about Dex‘s passing.
As guest host of the night Jason Momoa signed off from Saturday’s episode (November 18), Weekend Update co-anchor Colin Jost held up a sign that said “We love you Dana and Paula.”
The sweet message was meant for SNL alum Dana Carvey and wife Paula Zwagerman, after the couple’s oldest son, Dex Carvey, died earlier this week from an accidental drug overdose at 32.
Keep reading to find out more…
Dana spent seven seasons on the SNL cast from 1986 to 1993, especially known for his impressions of George H.W. Bush and Ross Perot, as well as original characters like Church Lady, Hans (to Kevin Nealon‘s Franz) and Garth alongside Mike Myers in “Wayne’s World” sketches. He also won five consecutive Emmy nominations while on the show.
Find out more about Dex‘s passing.
- 11/19/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Just days after Dana Carvey’s eldest son, Dex, died from a reported drug overdose, the comedian took to social media to thank friends, fans and those who knew Dex for “so many beautiful messages.”
He went on, “My wife and I have been overwhelmed by your love, your personal stories, your compassion.”
He then announced, “I will be taking a break from work and social media to figure out what life looks like now that we are a family of 3. We will heal and carry on the best we can. Our darling Dex would have wanted it that way.”
Carvey signed, “Much Love, Dana.”
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— Dana Carvey (@danacarvey) November 18, 2023
On Wednesday, Carvey and wife Paula issued a statement that read in part, “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old.
He went on, “My wife and I have been overwhelmed by your love, your personal stories, your compassion.”
He then announced, “I will be taking a break from work and social media to figure out what life looks like now that we are a family of 3. We will heal and carry on the best we can. Our darling Dex would have wanted it that way.”
Carvey signed, “Much Love, Dana.”
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— Dana Carvey (@danacarvey) November 18, 2023
On Wednesday, Carvey and wife Paula issued a statement that read in part, “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old.
- 11/18/2023
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Dex Carvey, the oldest son of Dana Carvey, has tragically passed away, as revealed by the comedian on social media. The cause of death was an accidental overdose.
In a heartfelt post shared on Instagram and X, Dana Carvey made the announcement, in addition to paying tribute to Dex and urging those also struggling with addiction to seek help. The post reads: “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old. Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things–music, art, film making, comedy-and pursued all of them passionately. It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him, you loved life too. He made everything fun. But most of all, he loved his family, his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee. Dex was a beautiful person.
In a heartfelt post shared on Instagram and X, Dana Carvey made the announcement, in addition to paying tribute to Dex and urging those also struggling with addiction to seek help. The post reads: “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old. Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things–music, art, film making, comedy-and pursued all of them passionately. It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him, you loved life too. He made everything fun. But most of all, he loved his family, his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee. Dex was a beautiful person.
- 11/17/2023
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Dex Carvey, the eldest son of comedian Dana Carvey, has died at the age of 32. Carvey, 68, and his wife Paula Zwagerman, announced his death in a statement posted Thursday to Instagram.
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” Dana and Paula wrote in their post. “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately,” they said. “It’s not...
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” Dana and Paula wrote in their post. “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately,” they said. “It’s not...
- 11/17/2023
- by Charisma Madarang
- Rollingstone.com
Dex Carvey, the son of Dana Carvey, died Wednesday night of an “accidental drug overdose,” the former Saturday Night Live star and his wife announced. He was 32.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years,” Carvey and his wife of 40 years, Paula Zwagerman, wrote in a signed post on X (formerly Twitter). “He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, filmmaking, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.
“It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him, you loved life too. He made everything fun,” the post continued.
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— Dana Carvey (@danacarvey) November 16, 2023
According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office, Dex was pronounced dead at home. TMZ said his girlfriend, Kaylee, had called paramedics after he had apparently locked himself in the bathroom. An official cause of death has not been determined.
Like his Wayne’s World-starring father,...
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years,” Carvey and his wife of 40 years, Paula Zwagerman, wrote in a signed post on X (formerly Twitter). “He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, filmmaking, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.
“It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him, you loved life too. He made everything fun,” the post continued.
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— Dana Carvey (@danacarvey) November 16, 2023
According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office, Dex was pronounced dead at home. TMZ said his girlfriend, Kaylee, had called paramedics after he had apparently locked himself in the bathroom. An official cause of death has not been determined.
Like his Wayne’s World-starring father,...
- 11/17/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
On Thursday Dana Carvey announced the death of his 32-year-old son, Dex from an accidental drug overdose. “We will miss him forever,” the comedian said in part in a statement posted on social media.
Carvey also shared a message of hope for people who might be struggling with addiction, writing that “you are in our hearts and prayers.”
Like his father, Dex Carvey was also an actor; his credits included the film “Joe Dirt 2” (2015) and the TV miniseries “The Funster” (2014). He also co-created comedy cartoons, which can be seen on his Instagram account.
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy,” Carvey said in his statement, written on behalf of his family. “Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdoes. He was 32 years old.”
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately,...
Carvey also shared a message of hope for people who might be struggling with addiction, writing that “you are in our hearts and prayers.”
Like his father, Dex Carvey was also an actor; his credits included the film “Joe Dirt 2” (2015) and the TV miniseries “The Funster” (2014). He also co-created comedy cartoons, which can be seen on his Instagram account.
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy,” Carvey said in his statement, written on behalf of his family. “Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdoes. He was 32 years old.”
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately,...
- 11/16/2023
- by Ross A. Lincoln
- The Wrap
Wayne’s World actor Dana Carvey has announced the tragic death of his eldest son Dex Carvey.
The news was revealed on Thursday afternoon (November 16) and Dana and his wife Paula released a statement to confirm the devastating loss.
TMZ reports that Dex‘s girlfriend placed a 911 call from a Los Angeles home at around 10pm on Wednesday night (November 15). Dex was reportedly locked in a bathroom and was pronounced dead on the scene.
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“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” Dana and Paula said in their statement.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things–music, art, film making, comedy–and pursued all of them passionately,” the statement continued. “It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him,...
The news was revealed on Thursday afternoon (November 16) and Dana and his wife Paula released a statement to confirm the devastating loss.
TMZ reports that Dex‘s girlfriend placed a 911 call from a Los Angeles home at around 10pm on Wednesday night (November 15). Dex was reportedly locked in a bathroom and was pronounced dead on the scene.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” Dana and Paula said in their statement.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things–music, art, film making, comedy–and pursued all of them passionately,” the statement continued. “It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him,...
- 11/16/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Dana Carvey’s eldest son, Dex, died Wednesday evening from a reported drug overdose, according to a statement from his parents. He was 32.
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” the Dana and Paula Carvey statement began.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.”
Dex Carvey “loved his family, his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee. Dex was a beautiful person. His handmade birthday cards are a treasure. We will miss him forever.”
Dana, age 68, and Paula concluded their message with prayers for those “struggling with addiction.”
A call went out from Dex Carvey’s house by his girlfriend around 10 Pm Pacific time on Wednesday evening, authorities said. He had apparently locked himself in the bathroom and was unresponsive when authorities arrived,...
“Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” the Dana and Paula Carvey statement began.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.”
Dex Carvey “loved his family, his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee. Dex was a beautiful person. His handmade birthday cards are a treasure. We will miss him forever.”
Dana, age 68, and Paula concluded their message with prayers for those “struggling with addiction.”
A call went out from Dex Carvey’s house by his girlfriend around 10 Pm Pacific time on Wednesday evening, authorities said. He had apparently locked himself in the bathroom and was unresponsive when authorities arrived,...
- 11/16/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
“Born in blood, both of us. Harry was right. I thought I could change what I am, keep my family safe. But it doesn’t matter what I do, what I choose. I’m what’s wrong. This is fate.”
Dexter Morgan first uttered that sad sentiment during Dexter‘s Season 4 finale, when, in his mind, they applied only to himself and the Showtime saga’s now-infamous Big Bad, Arthur “Trinity” Mitchell. In retrospect, however, said musings represented so much more, foreshadowing the tragic future ahead for the Dark Passenger and his sister Deb.
Following Dexter‘s seventh season finale,...
Dexter Morgan first uttered that sad sentiment during Dexter‘s Season 4 finale, when, in his mind, they applied only to himself and the Showtime saga’s now-infamous Big Bad, Arthur “Trinity” Mitchell. In retrospect, however, said musings represented so much more, foreshadowing the tragic future ahead for the Dark Passenger and his sister Deb.
Following Dexter‘s seventh season finale,...
- 12/17/2012
- by Megan Masters
- TVLine.com
We’ve got questions, and you’ve (maybe) got answers! With another week of TV gone by, we’re lobbing queries left and right about shows including Homeland, Parenthood, American Horror Story and Glee!
1 | On Fringe, was Olivia’s failure to recognize that rather obvious roadside trap as such offset by her ability to later repurpose The Bullet, MacGyver-style, to set herself free?
Related | Ask Ausiello: Spoilers on Grey’s Anatomy, Gossip Girl, Glee, NCIS and More!
2 | Dear Saturday Night Live: What exactly is our reference point for the “J-Pop America Fun Time Now” bit? Because we watch a lot of TV,...
1 | On Fringe, was Olivia’s failure to recognize that rather obvious roadside trap as such offset by her ability to later repurpose The Bullet, MacGyver-style, to set herself free?
Related | Ask Ausiello: Spoilers on Grey’s Anatomy, Gossip Girl, Glee, NCIS and More!
2 | Dear Saturday Night Live: What exactly is our reference point for the “J-Pop America Fun Time Now” bit? Because we watch a lot of TV,...
- 12/14/2012
- by Team TVLine
- TVLine.com
Glee‘s Grant Gustin is leaving Lima, Ohio for some fun on the sunny West Coast.
The actor has joined The CW’s 90210 for a multi-episode arc, per The Hollywood Reporter. He’ll play a charming college student who comes from a privileged background. (Don’t they all?)
Related | Exclusive: 90210 Gets Rocked by Tegan and Sara
In addition to his latest gig, Gustin is slated to reprise his role as Glee‘s bitchy Warbler Sebastian next month.
Ready for more of today’s TV dish? Well…
• Yvonne Strahoski‘s new Dexter dame remains a mystery, as does our anti-hero’s fascination with her — that is,...
The actor has joined The CW’s 90210 for a multi-episode arc, per The Hollywood Reporter. He’ll play a charming college student who comes from a privileged background. (Don’t they all?)
Related | Exclusive: 90210 Gets Rocked by Tegan and Sara
In addition to his latest gig, Gustin is slated to reprise his role as Glee‘s bitchy Warbler Sebastian next month.
Ready for more of today’s TV dish? Well…
• Yvonne Strahoski‘s new Dexter dame remains a mystery, as does our anti-hero’s fascination with her — that is,...
- 10/30/2012
- by Megan Masters
- TVLine.com
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