GINA MASTROGIACOMO – MYOCARDITIS

Gina Mastrogiacomo was an American actress known for her B-movie characters. After working as a model, Gina slowly transitioned into acting and earned a few uncredited roles. However, just when the actress’s career was starting to pick up, her health met an unexpected turn. On May 2, 2001, Gina Mastrogiacomo fell victim to a rare inflammation of the heart muscle known as Myocarditis that caused severe bacterial infection of the vital organ. She was only 39 at the time, and had slowly been building a stable career in Hollywood.

Her first movie credit was in the movie Alien Terror. She later got a chance to work with the legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese in Goodfellas – Three Decades in the Mafia. Though she never the peak of her success, the actress was able to enjoy consistent appearances in various TV shows prior to her passing. This is why she is still remembered by many, despite her brief time in the industry.