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Cause of Death Revealed for 90 Day Fiancé Dad
13 Feb
Summary
- Chuck Potthast died from blunt force trauma after a fall.
- Autopsy report cites facial lacerations and a fractured vertebra.
- Contributing factors included chronic alcohol use and liver cirrhosis.
The autopsy report for Chuck Potthast, father of 90 Day Fiancé's Elizabeth "Libby" Castravet, has detailed the cause of his passing. Potthast, 64, died from blunt force trauma to his face and neck after a fall in a bathtub. The report, obtained on February 13, 2026, specified injuries including facial lacerations and a fractured C6 vertebra, with positional asphyxia also noted as a factor.
Contributing medical causes listed in the report included chronic alcohol use, liver cirrhosis, and acute alcohol intoxication. Elizabeth Castravet announced her father's death in November 2025, describing the family as shattered by the tragedy. Her sister, Becky Potthast, also shared her grief online.
Chuck Potthast was a recurring figure on 90 Day Fiancé and its spin-offs, documenting his daughter's relationship. He had previously been open about his health struggles, including undergoing an eight-hour surgery in September 2025 for complications from previous cancer operations.
