Outlander and Line Of Duty star Brian McCardie's cause of death revealed

Brian McCardie's cause of death has been revealed after the Scottish actor died last month.

His sister Sarah confirmed the 59-year-old star passed away after suffering a tear in a major artery to his heart.

She said: "The McCardie family would like to thank everyone for their overwhelming support regarding the sudden passing of Brian James McCardie - beloved son, brother, uncle & friend.

"Brian died due to an aortic dissection, causing short pain and a sudden death.

"There will be a funeral mass held on Thursday 23rd May at 1130am at St Mary's Church, 70 Bannatyne Street, Lanark. We then move on at 1330pm to Holytown Crematorium, Memorial Way, Holytown, Motherwell ML1 5RU where we will celebrate Brian's life before he takes his final bow."

Shea dded: "There will be links available to both the mass & the cremation service for those who cannot attend in person - we will feel your support from afar.

"With love & thanks, the McCardie family - Eddie, Moira, Martin, Ed, Liz & Sarah. Xxx"

Last month, Sarah took to Instagram to confirm the sad news that Brian had died, penning a poignant message: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian James McCardie (59), beloved son, brother, uncle and dear friend to so many. Brian passed away suddenly at home on Sunday 28th April.

"A wonderful and passionate actor on stage and screen, Brian loved his work and touched many lives, and is gone much too soon. We love him and will miss him greatly; please remember Brian in your thoughts."

Brian was best known for his role as underworld boss John Thomas 'Tommy' Hunter alongside fellow Scot Martin Compston in police drama Line Of Duty.

He also starred in time-travelling drama Outlander as Sir Marcus MacRannoch and recently joined the cast of prequel Blood Of My Blood, in which he was cast as the chief of Clan Grant.

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