Crew Member Dies on Set of Sitcom "The Conners"

On the final day of production for ABC's sitcom "The Conners," a crew member suddenly passed away on set.

In a report from TMZ, law enforcement sources said the man was believed to have been in his 50s/60s and was someone "who primarily works lighting on the show -- was up on the catwalk on Stage 22 at the CBS Studio Center Thursday when he suffered some sort of medical emergency."

After attempts to resuscitate him, officials declared him dead at the scene.

Werner Entertainment told TMZ, "With heavy hearts we regret to confirm that a member of our technical crew suffered a fatal medical event today. He was a much loved member of The Conners and Roseanne families for over 25 years. As we remember our beloved colleague, we ask that you respect the privacy of his family and loved ones as they begin their grieving process."


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