"She accidentally and unintentionally misused her legally prescribed medication over the course of 2-3 weeks. It's an epidemic," Anzaldo said Wednesday, per Phil Helsel and Andrew Rudansky of NBC News.
Chyna, born Joanie Laurer, was found dead April 20 in her California home. She was 46. One of the most decorated female stars in WWE history, Chyna had issues with substance abuse during her life. She made an appearance on Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew and revealed problems with mental health to go along with drinking and drugs.
Anzaldo said this was not a case of her succumbing to addiction. He said the drugs were legally prescribed but Chyna "wasn’t using them properly," per Veronica Rocha of the Los Angeles Times.
“You are not going to find 60 pills in her stomach,” Anzaldo told Rocha.
An official cause of death has not yet been determined. The Los Angeles County coroner's office is currently investigating the cause and will release an official report at its conclusion. No timetable has been set.
Chyna is the only female Intercontinental Champion in WWE history and was a former women's champion. She left WWE in 2001 before spending time in New Japan Wrestling and TNA. Her post-wrestling work included stints in reality shows, movies and ***** films.
