A few months after his Dr. Pimple Popper episode aired in January 2020, Kevin Olaeta, the actor who played Dr. Pimple Popper’s sidekick, tragically passed away.
How Did Kevin Olaeta (Dr. Pimple Popper) Die?
According to RealityTitBit, he died quietly in his sleep from tachycardia and an enlarged heart.
This episode’s end credits read, “In Loving Memory of Kevin Olaeta 1988-2019,” in respect to the patient.
Also, Dr. Lee paid tribute to her patient on Instagram, writing: “RIP Kevin… Kevin died suddenly months after our recording session, and I was shocked to learn this. Family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers, especially his father.
A six-year-old cyst on Kevin’s jawline necessitated his appearance on the show.
However, Dr. Lee was able to successfully remove the cyst using surgical means.
In accordance with an online obituary, Kevin passed away on May 19th, 2019.
The Obituary Read:
Petaluma, California, resident Kevin C. Olaeta, 31, died abruptly on May 18, 2019. After high school, Kevin joined the Musicians Institute of Hollywood, where he mastered the art of playing the guitar.
Local bands and performances at the Phoenix Theater were very dear to him, as he was a lifelong fan.
In addition, he enjoyed working on his motorcycles and vehicles. While working for his father’s electrical contracting firm, Kevin showed off his impressive abilities.
His upbeat and approachable demeanor endeared him to a wide range of people. He has a beautiful heart and spirit, as evidenced by his compassion and consideration for others, including animals.
