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Blake Garrett, Former 'How to Eat Fried Worms' Child Actor, Dies at 33

The cause remains under review by the Oklahoma medical examiner following his recent shingles diagnosis.

Overview

  • His mother confirmed he died Sunday in Oklahoma and said the family is awaiting the medical examiner’s findings.
  • He visited an emergency room last week for severe pain and was diagnosed with shingles, according to his mother.
  • She said he may have self‑medicated to manage the pain and believes the death could have been accidental.
  • Outlets differ on whether an autopsy has already been completed, but no official cause has been released.
  • He was known for playing Plug in the 2006 film and had lived in Tulsa in recent years, where his mother said he was sober.