Comedian Ken Flores was reportedly suffering from a serious health issue prior to his shock death at age 28.
TMZ reports Flores was suffering from congestive heart failure and had been making an effort to improve his health as of late.
According to Cleveland Clinic, ‘Congestive heart failure is a long-term condition that happens when your heart can’t pump blood well enough to give your body a normal supply. Blood and fluids collect in your lungs and legs over time.’
According to sources close to the late comedian and law enforcement, Flores had sought help multiple times at the hospital over the course of the last two years.
Flores had also been losing weight and attempting to improve his health.
However, he had also been using oxygen, and oxygen tanks were found yesterday at his home, according to TMZ. Home oxygen therapy can be used as a treatment for congestive heart therapy, according to Dignity Health.
Comedian Ken Flores was reportedly suffering from major health issues prior to his shock death at age 28; Flores pictured August 2023
Ken went into cardiac arrest and was found in his home by a friend. His friend called 911 and performed CPR on him as he waited for paramedics, TMZ reports.
Flores was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Insiders add that no drugs were found and foul play is not suspected.
An autopsy has now been completed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Officer and the cause and manner of death will be released following the return of a toxicology test, TMZ adds.
Flores’ family announced his tragic passing on Wednesday in a statement posted to his Instagram.
‘It is with great sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of our friend, brother, and son, Kenyi Flores,’ the family posted on his Instagram account Wednesday.
‘Please respect our privacy at this time as we are all shocked and devastated by this loss.’
Last Sunday, Flores revealed via X that he was making an attempt at being booze-free for his 2025 tour.
Flores’ family announced his tragic passing on Wednesday in a statement posted to his Instagram
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed to TMZ that Ken died on Tuesday from undisclosed causes (pictured last Sunday)
‘So I started my tour a couple weeks ago and I’m proud to say I’ve done every single show – five in Portland, one in Albuquerque, and four in Atlanta – without a single drop of alcohol,’ the Chicago-based funnyman tweeted.
‘Nervous for Phoenix next weekend but I think I got it. I’m not sober just wanna chill a bit.’
Indeed, Ken was scheduled to perform this Thursday night at Desert Ridge Improv in Phoenix, AZ.
Flores had his 969K social media followers to thank for many of his bits going viral on Instagram and TikTok.
The former Talkin’ My S*** podcaster was also once part of a roast battle with the roastmaster general himself, Jeff Ross.
Last Sunday, Flores revealed via X that he was making an attempt at being booze-free for his 2025 tour (pictured August 10)
The Chicago-based funnyman tweeted: ‘So I started my tour a couple weeks ago and I’m proud to say I’ve done every single show – five in Portland, one in Albuquerque, and four in Atlanta – without a single drop of alcohol. Nervous for Phoenix next weekend but I think I got it. I’m not sober just wanna chill a bit’
The Hollywood Improv lead the online tributes by posting a slideshow of snaps of Ken performing at the historic venue.
‘We were honored to share your talent on our stages,’ Hollywood Improv wrote.
‘You were greatness, and it was only a matter of time until the whole world saw it. You were also kind and a tremendous friend to all lucky enough to know you. We love you Ken, thank you for all the laughs.’
Comedian Carlos Flores Instastoried a recent snap captioned: ‘Feels unreal I had just met you compa… nicest and funniest dude ever. RIP young legend.’
Comedian Neema Naz wrote: F***, I was hoping this wasn’t real. What a tragic and devastating loss to the world. Ken was a gem and was going to be a star one day. RIP.’
The band Los Desvelados shared a snap captioned: ‘Ken, thank you for all the amazing times, the laughter, the jokes. You will be missed!’
Comedian René Vaca shared a PDA-filled slideshow captioned: ‘Life will never be the same. I love you so much king.’
And the comedy account Foos Gone Wild posted: ‘RIP @kenflores300 We lost a super talented and funny foo. Glad to have worked with him ad the FGW Comedy Store show. Our condolences to his family. Socks up to heavens.’