Autopsy: The Last Hours Of... Season 2018 Episode 16 David Bowie

David Bowie was one of the most influential and enigmatic musicians of our time, weaving genres and personas with his music and art. He died on January 10, 2016, just two days after the release of his final album, "Blackstar." In this episode of Autopsy: The Last Hours Of..., Dr. Richard Shepherd examines the last days of Bowie's life to uncover the mystery surrounding his unexpected death.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Shepherd pieces together Bowie's medical history, beginning with his earlier years as a smoker and drug user. We learn that he had a family history of cancer and that his previous drug use put him at a higher risk for developing health problems. In 2004, Bowie suffered a heart attack while on tour in Germany, and while he recovered, his heart was left weakened.

In the years that followed, Bowie continued to keep his medical issues private while producing some of his best work, including "The Next Day" and "Blackstar." However, in the months leading up to his death, Bowie's health began to decline. He cancelled tour dates and stopped making public appearances, leading many to speculate about the state of his health.

Using medical records, interviews with medical professionals, and footage from Bowie's final public appearances, Dr. Shepherd examines the events leading up to Bowie's death. We learn that he was diagnosed with liver cancer just 18-months prior to his death, but chose to keep the diagnosis private. As his cancer progressed, Bowie underwent chemotherapy and a major surgery to remove the tumor.

Dr. Shepherd also examines the role that Bowie's history of heart problems played in his death, noting that both the chemotherapy and surgery put additional strain on his already weakened heart. He explains how blood clots can form during surgery and chemotherapy and travel to the lungs, causing pulmonary embolisms, which can be fatal.

In addition to his medical issues, Dr. Shepherd also takes a look at the influence that Bowie's art had on his life and his legacy. He speaks with experts and musicians about Bowie's unique creativity and his ability to reinvent himself time and time again.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Shepherd provides a comprehensive look at the events surrounding Bowie's death, offering a new perspective on the music icon's legacy. By examining his medical history and his creative output, Dr. Shepherd is able to paint the most complete picture yet of the enigmatic musician and the last days of his life.

Autopsy: The Last Hours Of... season 2018 episode 16, "David Bowie," offers an intimate look at the final days of one of music's most influential artists. Through medical records, interviews, and expert analysis, we gain a deeper understanding of the factors that contributed to his untimely death. Furthermore, the episode explores the artistic legacy that Bowie left behind, cementing his place in music history as a groundbreaking artist who forever changed the face of popular culture.