Brittany Murphy died from pneumoniaLOS ANGELES, Brittany Murphy died from pneumonia, but anemia and prescription drugs also played a role, Officials told on Thursday.
Spokesman Craig Harvey declined to specify what types of drugs were involved but said they were all prescription medications. Details about the drugs the Clueless and 8 Mile star had in her system will be released in several weeks when a complete report is done.
The primary cause of death was community acquired pneumonia, with contributing factors of iron deficiency anemia and multiple drug intoxication, according to the Los Angeles County Office. The death was ruled accidental.
Murphy died December 20 at age 32 after collapsing at her Hollywood Hills home. Her mother and husband have told the actress didn't abuse prescription medications or have an eating disorder.
Attempts to reach them for further comment were not immediately successful Thursday.
