The term as used in the law of evidence “signifies all evidence

which is not founded upon the personal knowledge of the

witness from whom it is elicited, and which consequently does not
depend wholly for its credibility and weight upon the confidence which
the court may have in him. Its value, if any, is measured by the credit
to be given to some third persons not sworn as witnesses to that fact
and consequently not subject to cross-examination.” In short, it is “the
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evidence not of what the witness knowshimself but of what he

has heard from others.” Thus, in one case we stated that “[w]hen
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evidence is based on what was supposedly told the witness, the

same is without any evidentiary weight being patently
hearsay.” (Citations retained; boldfacing supplied)
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cause of death confirms the actor died of a stroke, specifically an “ischemic cerebrovascular
accident.” There were no underlying causes listed as contributing to his passing, according
to the actor’s death certificate.

An ischemic stroke is most common and occurs when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel,
preventing blood and oxygen from getting to a part of the brain. Perry was rushed to a Los
Angeles area hospital on Feb. 27 after suffering a “massive stroke.” Doctors hoped sedation
would give his brain a chance to recover from the trauma, but he was eventually pulled off
life support on March 4. His time of death is listed as 12:44 p.m.

The Beverly Hills, 90210 star’s death certificate also revealed his body was transported to
Dickson, Tenn. where he was laid to rest on March 11. Perry had owned a farm in the area
since 1994 where he lived part-time. The actor was shooting Riverdale in L.A. at the time of
his death.

Perry was a beloved member of Dickson County. After the devastating 2010 floods, he was
on the frontlines distributing water, shoes and food to those in need during the pouring rain.
Many in the rural town shared sweet stories of remembrances following news of his
passing.

“He acted like we were part of his family. He would always give you a hug,” one local
business owner said. “I found him to be just a nice person. I enjoyed talking to him. He
always knew you.”

Perry’s fiancée, Wendy Madison Bauer, was listed as the his next of kin. According to a
save-the-date announcement, the private pair planned to wed in August.

“I want to express my gratitude to everyone for the outpouring of love and support,” Bauer,
an actress turned therapist, said in a statement. “The countless, heartwarming stories of
Luke’s generosity and kindness have been a great source of solace during this difficult
time.”

“The past 11½ years with Luke were the happiest years of my life, and I am grateful to have
had that time with him,” she added. “I also want to thank his children, family, and friends for
their love and support. We have found comfort in one another and in the knowledge that our
lives were touched by an extraordinary man. He will be dearly missed.”