Cause of death for Aussie music legend Michael Gudinski revealed
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Australian music legend Michael Gudinski's death certificate was made public in court documents at the Supreme Court of Victoria and has indicated that upon death, he had 12 drugs in his system, which include morphine, oxycodone, and cocaine.
Reports also revealed he was suffering from liver cirrhosis, ischaemic heart disease, and had recently fractured his spine.
Earlier this year, it was believed the music promoter died from a heart attack in his sleep.
Michael Gudinski passed away at the age of 68 earlier this year in March. Photo from Bay 93.9.
Music and entertainment company Mushroom Group issued a statement confirming that Gudinski was given medication for his spine injury before he died.
"Shortly before Michael’s passing, he had a fall that resulted in serious vertebrae injuries for which he was prescribed various pain medications," the statement read.
"The Gudinski family do not feel it’s appropriate to make any further comment about what is a private personal matter."
Michael Gudinski was an Australian record executive best known for launching Kylie Minogue's career. He was an icon in the music industry and was loved by artists like Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Madonna, to name just a few.
Earlier this year, English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran flew to Australia and was quarantined to perform at a state memorial tribute for Gudinski.
His new album “=” is dedicated to the Australian music icon, who served as a close friend and mentor throughout the singer’s career.
"Michael was a tornado of joy," Ed wrote. "You would know he arrived in the building just by hearing the chaotic bark of his, and you could feel the room get excited about the arrival of his presence.”
"He was such a force and would make everyone feel like they were the most important person to him. He had a way with words that most people couldn't understand. We always joked he needed a translator because of the pure speed at which he would talk in a thick growling Aussie accent.”
"But his passion was always the thing you never needed translated, as you could feel it whenever he spoke."
“I’ll miss you mate.” Ed wrote in an Instagram post dedicated to his late friend. Photo from user teddysphotos on Instagram.
The singer continued by saying how Michael championed up and coming artists, giving them the same excitement as he would with legends like Bruce Springsteen and Paul McCartney.
"His legacy is unmatchable and will live on for hundreds of years. To me, and many others, he is the heart of Australian music, and always will be."
Ed finished his tribute by saying, "In between the tears, there has been laughter and joy, remembering this Titan of a man."
The track ‘Visiting Hours’ from his latest album features two of Gudinski's artists: Kylie Minogue and Jimmy Barnes.
"There was lots and lots of talks over the years of me writing with Jimmy,” Ed told The Project. "I’d met him a few times at Crown on late nights with Michael, and Michael’s obviously always been Team Kylie, and we’ve always hung out.”
"I just thought it would have been fun to put them on the tune, and they did such a great job – but it’s so it’s just so nice to have them all on that one song."
Reports also revealed he was suffering from liver cirrhosis, ischaemic heart disease, and had recently fractured his spine.
Earlier this year, it was believed the music promoter died from a heart attack in his sleep.
Michael Gudinski passed away at the age of 68 earlier this year in March. Photo from Bay 93.9.
"Shortly before Michael’s passing, he had a fall that resulted in serious vertebrae injuries for which he was prescribed various pain medications," the statement read.
"The Gudinski family do not feel it’s appropriate to make any further comment about what is a private personal matter."
Michael Gudinski was an Australian record executive best known for launching Kylie Minogue's career. He was an icon in the music industry and was loved by artists like Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Madonna, to name just a few.
Earlier this year, English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran flew to Australia and was quarantined to perform at a state memorial tribute for Gudinski.
His new album “=” is dedicated to the Australian music icon, who served as a close friend and mentor throughout the singer’s career.
"Michael was a tornado of joy," Ed wrote. "You would know he arrived in the building just by hearing the chaotic bark of his, and you could feel the room get excited about the arrival of his presence.”
"He was such a force and would make everyone feel like they were the most important person to him. He had a way with words that most people couldn't understand. We always joked he needed a translator because of the pure speed at which he would talk in a thick growling Aussie accent.”
"But his passion was always the thing you never needed translated, as you could feel it whenever he spoke."
“I’ll miss you mate.” Ed wrote in an Instagram post dedicated to his late friend. Photo from user teddysphotos on Instagram.
The singer continued by saying how Michael championed up and coming artists, giving them the same excitement as he would with legends like Bruce Springsteen and Paul McCartney.
"His legacy is unmatchable and will live on for hundreds of years. To me, and many others, he is the heart of Australian music, and always will be."
Ed finished his tribute by saying, "In between the tears, there has been laughter and joy, remembering this Titan of a man."
The track ‘Visiting Hours’ from his latest album features two of Gudinski's artists: Kylie Minogue and Jimmy Barnes.
"There was lots and lots of talks over the years of me writing with Jimmy,” Ed told The Project. "I’d met him a few times at Crown on late nights with Michael, and Michael’s obviously always been Team Kylie, and we’ve always hung out.”
"I just thought it would have been fun to put them on the tune, and they did such a great job – but it’s so it’s just so nice to have them all on that one song."
