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How did Steve Harwell die?

Here's what you need to know about the cause of Smash Mouth's frontman's death.

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On Sept. 4, 2023, it was reported that Harwell had ed away in his home in Boise, Idaho, at age 56. TMZ reported that the pop-rock singer only had “a few days to live” after battling numerous medical complications for many years and that his family had already said their goodbyes. So, what was the cause of this iconic singer’s death?

What did Steve Harwell die from?

It’s no secret that Harwell has suffered multiple health complications before he ed away. According to The Guardian, he was diagnosed with heart disease cardiomyopathy and acute Wernicke encephalopathy, which affected his speech and memory. He also suffered from alcoholism. In 2021, Harwell announced his retirement. According to an official statement obtained by TMZ, he stated that it’s “hard to power through my physical and mental health issues and to play in front of you one last time, but I just wasn’t able to.”

Rolling Stone reported that Harwell died “peacefully and comfortably” and was surrounded by family and friends during his final moments. The band’s manager, Robert Hayes, revealed that the cause of death was acute liver failure and that the singer’s legacy will live on through music.

Harwell’s death left many heartbroken, especially those who grew up with him before his retirement in 2021. Smash Mouth described him as a “true American Original” and a “larger-than-life character who shot up into the sky like a Roman candle.” May he rest in peace, knowing that his talents impacted a generation that grew up with his music.


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Erielle Sudario is a Digital Producer for We Got This Covered. Outside of work, she's either DM'ing a 'Dungeons and Dragons' campaign, playing video games, or building keyboards. Erielle holds a Bachelor of Communications Degree (specializing in film and journalism) from Western Sydney University and a Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting from the Australian Film, Television, and Radio School.