Autopsy: The Last Hours Of... Season 2016 Episode 12 Liberace

In this episode of Autopsy: The Last Hours Of..., renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Richard Shepherd delves into the life and death of legendary pianist and performer, Liberace. Known for his flamboyant style and larger-than-life personality, Liberace was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry throughout the 1950s, 60s, and 70s.

However, behind the glitz and glamour of his stage persona, Liberace struggled with numerous health issues, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and a debilitating addiction to prescription drugs. As Dr. Shepherd examines the medical records and testimony of those close to Liberace, he uncovers the true extent of the performer's health problems and the toll they took on his body.

Through interviews with experts in the field of cardiology, forensic pathology, and addiction medicine, Dr. Shepherd pieces together the events leading up to Liberace's untimely death in 1987. Despite attempts to keep his health problems under wraps, the truth about his deteriorating condition would eventually come to light, and reveal the tragic reality of a once-great performer brought down by the very things that had propelled him to stardom.

From the initial onset of his health issues to the eventual decline in his physical and mental state, this episode of Autopsy: The Last Hours Of… provides a comprehensive examination of Liberace's life and death, shedding new light on a legendary performer and the struggles he faced behind the scenes.