Famed talk show hostLarry King has diedat the age of 87.

He was moved into an ICU in early January.

It’s very possible that King’s numerous previous health conditions hampered his capacity to recover from the virus.

Larry King attending an event

When King was hospitalized on January 2, a family friend toldPeoplethat he had overcome plenty before.

In early 2020, Larry King admitted that death no longer frightened him.

“I have less of a fear of dying now.

Larry King in an interview

I’m 86 and it is what it is.

I just want to keep working until the end.

I’d like to die at work I’ll retire right there!”