Euphoria producer Kevin Turen’s ‘died from heart failure’ while at the wheel of his Tesla aged 44, his cause of death reveals

Kevin Turen reportedly died of heart failure while driving his Tesla, his cause of death has been revealed.

Kevin, 44, known for his work on Euphoria and The Idol, died suddenly on November 12 while driving on a California highway. TMZ Previously reported.

He was driving with his 10-year-old son when he had a medical emergency and his child had to steer the car — which was on autopilot — to the side of the highway before calling 911.

This has now been reported by TMZ that Kevin tragically died behind the wheel of the vehicle due to multiple heart problems.

The medical examiner reportedly listed his official cause of death as acute cardiac dysfunction and hypertrophic heart disease, while coronary artery disease was also added as another factor.

Kevin is survived by his wife of 11 years, Evelina, and their two sons, Jack and James.

It was previously reported that Kevin suffered a medical emergency while driving his Tesla, forcing his 10-year-old son to take the wheel and guide them to safety.

Kevin's father Edward and his friend Michael Heller told TMZ that he was driving his son home from a tennis tournament at the time.

They explained that Kevin's car was on autopilot and that his son had to steer the car to the side of the highway before calling 911.

Edward confirmed his son's death in a statement released to Deadlinesaying: 'Kevin was so incredibly special, this world will be less without him.'

Jay Penske, CEO of PMC and a close personal friend of Kevin, also released a statement.

“Despite his many achievements in Hollywood, Kevin's greatest passion was his family and friends,” his statement began.

'He was so proud of his children. He and his wife, Evelina, were determined that their children would grow up with great values ​​and ensure they made a difference in the wider world,” he added.

“Our collective hearts break for them, and we all feel such a deep sense of loss,” he continued.

“We will miss Kevin dearly, and this city lost one of its brightest rising stars today,” he concluded.

Kevin' was born in Manhattan and studied film at Columbia University before starting his career.

He made his production debut in director Larry Clark's 2005 indie film Wassup Rockers.

He would go on to produce a number of feature films, including Operation Endgame, written by Euphoria creator Sam Levinson.

His other feature film productions include Arbitrage starring Richard Gere, All Is Lost starring Robert Redford, and two more Levinson films, Assassination Nation and Malcolm & Marie.

He recently produced the films The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent by Nicolas Cage and Pedro Pascal, X and Pearl by Mia Goth and Euphoria and The Idol by HBO.

Tributes poured in from across Hollywood following news of Turen's death, along with rapper Kid Cudi tweet that the producer was “a wonderful man and a friend.”

“We had a lot that we were going to do together. Pray for his family and all others who knew him. We will miss you brother,” he said.

British producer Cassian Elwes said the producer was “a great friend and a true indie filmmaker,” adding: “I'm so sad. Keep your loved ones close. Life is precious and fleeting.'

He also tweeted, “What people don't realize is that Hollywood is actually a small town. Everyone eventually meets everyone. The indie film circuit of people who consistently make indie films is even smaller.

'We all know each other very well because we are kindred spirits. We have lost a very important person in our circle tonight.”

Oscar-nominated producer Lynette Taylor said his death was “completely tragic” and “such a horrific loss.”

Kirsten Sage Coleman, a makeup artist who worked on both Euphoria and The Idol, responded on her Instagram Story, saying, “Very heartfelt to hear this. Sending all the love to those who need it

In a tribute shared by one of Turen's friends, Kirsten Smith, the producer was described as someone who had “brought excitement, energy, warmth and laughter to every meeting.”

'He knew more about films than anyone I've ever met, but he wasn't a know-it-all, he shared everything. “He loved sharing movies and delicious meals and his friends,” she said.

'He is survived by his lifelong love, Evelina, and their two sons, and he leaves behind a lasting legacy of beautiful groundbreaking cinema he fought for… and a host of friends, all devastated.

'We love you, Kevin. And we can't wrestle with losing you, because you were always there for all of us, with bright eyes and that huge, beautiful smile. I love you, Kevin.'

It was said that Kevin had a photographic memory and could remember every frame of film he had ever seen.

Kevin's wife Evelina is best known for her leading roles in films such as That Awkward Moment, The Box and Arbitrage.

Kevin's death is sadly the second tragedy to hit HBO's Euphoria this year, following the tragic passing of star Angus Cloud.

The actor, who played lovable drug dealer Fezco in the beloved series, died aged just 25 due to an accidental overdose involving many different drugs.

Cloud had recently just returned from Ireland, where he had to bury his father, with the death taking a heavy toll on the actor.