The broadcasting legend died on January 23 at the age of 87, weeks after contracting Covid-19.However, his death certificate has confirmed he was not killed by the virus.According to People, who obtained the death certificate, King’s immediate cause of death was sepsis.The star had two underlying conditions that led to sepsis; acute hypoxic respiratory failure – meaning he did not have enough oxygen in his blood – and end stage renal disease, also known as kidney failure.King’s estranged wife Shawn Southwick King had previously said that coronavirus wasn’t the cause of King’s death.She told Entertainment Tonight: ‘He was finally ready to go, I will tell you that.
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