Corey Haim's Tombstone

Corey Haim's tombstone

The late Hollywood actor and former child star, Corey Haim, popular for such 1980s films as "Dream A Little Dream" and "License To Drive" was laid to rest in his native Canada at the Pardes Shalom Cemetery.

Corey Haim's funeral at the Steeles Memorial Chapel in Toronto

The cause of death has been deferred pending toxicology reports. The coroner discovered Haim had an enlarged heart and fluid in his lungs. The final cause of death will be established upon receipt of toxicology reports, as Haim was found with four illegal prescriptions in his possession, for painkillers such as Vicodin, which is often abused by stars.

Corey Haim’s Funeral

The funeral for former child star Corey Haim, 38, was held yesterday in his native Canada, at the Steeles Memorial Chapel in Toronto. The talented actor is survived by his mother, Judy, who is battling cancer.

Corey Haim

In related news, an arrest has been made regarding the drug ring that supplied the actor with illegal prescriptions, thought to have contributed to his death, via a suspected overdose.

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Arrest made in Haim-linked drug ring

Corey Haim's Funeral: Toronto Not Paying, Corey Feldman Not Going

Corey Haim v. Michael J. Fox

Corey Haim (left) with best friend Corey Feldman (right)

In looking at the tragic death of former child star, Corey Haim, one is reminded of another Canadian star that made it big in Hollywood, but to less dangerous results, the irrepressible, Michael J. Fox.

Corey Haim and his mom Judy

Corey shot to fame in such 1980's movie classics as "License To Drive" "Lucas" and "Lost Boys." Though he has been engaged, he never married, due to sad situations breaking up relationships.

Michael J. Fox

Haim began using drugs, like most other teen stars in Hollywood and it became a life long struggle, battling said addiction. At times, Haim was alone and the loneliness may have worsened his addiction.

Michael J. Fox, who began acting in his teens, became famous in his twenties for roles in such films as the "Back To The Future" trilogy, "The Secret Of My Success," "Teen Wolf" and Alex P. Keaton on the TV show "Family Ties." Fox reportedly had difficulties with alcohol.

Both men are talented actors, but getting married fairly early (age 26) and having children with wife, Tracey Pollan, may have grounded Fox, centering him and creating a driving force in his life, to want to do better.

As with the early deaths of Hollywood actors River Phoenix, Brad Renfro and Heath Ledger, the passing of Corey Haim is another sad reminder of the pitfalls of fame in tinsel town.

River Phoenix

Corey Haim Prescriptions Apart Of Illegal Drug Ring

Corey Haim

The 4 prescriptions pill bottles found on the late actor, Corey Haim, who reportedly overdosed a few days ago, were apart of an illegal drug ring, according to the California Attorney General.

Haim was found with prescriptions pill bottles containing drugs such as the painkiller Oxycontin and the anti-anxiety medication Valium.

In related news, the city of Toronto will be paying for Haim to be buried in his native Canada. The memorabilia company that auctioned some of Haim's belongings will also present his mother with a $20,000.

Haim joins a long list of Hollywood stars that have died recently in tragic circumstances.

Corey Haim Died Broke

It is being reported actor Corey Haim, who passed away yesterday at the age of 38, died broke. In spite of the fact millions in checks went through his hands, as with many Hollywood stars, he died in debt due to overspending, costly drug use and financial mismanagement of his funds.

Corey Haim

Previously, there was an incident regarding Haim selling some of his teeth on the E-Bay website for cash. When it gained attention, he cancelled the bidding. At the time of his death, he was broke with no car or home, living with his mother in a modest apartment. Drugs destroyed his life.

Corey Feldman Says Corey Haim Died 'Destitute'

March 11th, 2010 6:00pm - Former child star Corey Haim was "destitute" when he died, according to his close friend Corey Feldman...

Feldman tells Larry King, "Corey was living in the Oakwood Apartments with his mom, very broke, very destitute. It's a month to month living. He doesn't have anything. He didn't even have a car."

Haim filed for bankruptcy protection in 1997 after allegedly running up massive medical bills and owing more than $200,000 in state and federal taxes.

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Corey Haim Dead Of An Overdose At 38

Former child star Corey Haim, died today of an apparent prescription drug overdose, while staying with his mother in California. Haim, was know for a number of 80's films that launched his career. However, with success, came the trappings of fame.

"Dream A Little Dream"

Corey Haim and Corey Feldman

Haim and his best friend of many years, Corey Feldman, like many Hollywood stars, became drug users, developing a costly habit and emotionally devastating addiction.

Corey Haim and Corey Feldman

As someone who was a kid in the 80's, it's really sad to see Haim go in this manner. I often think kids are better off not getting into Hollywood, as it comes with a terrible lifestyle and has destroyed many. It's a cesspool of addiction and dysfunction. My condolences to his family.