Lucian Piane’s cause of death determined after concering posts
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Key Points:
- Lucian Piane, a composer and former guest judge on "RuPaul’s Drag Race," died at age 46 after being struck by a car in an accident on October 12.
- Piane was known for co-writing the show's theme song and several hits for RuPaul, as well as composing music for films like "Sorority Row" and "Pretty Ugly People."
- In the days before his death, Piane exhibited concerning behavior on social media, prompting friends to speak out about his struggles with mental illness, specifically schizophrenia.
- Friends and colleagues described Piane as a talented but troubled individual, highlighting the impact of his mental health challenges on his life and relationships.
- Mental health resources were shared in the wake of his death, encouraging those in crisis to seek help through organizations like the National Alliance on Mental Illness and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
