On Wednesday, 5 months after Tawny Kitaen passing at the age of 59, the cause of death for the 1980s rock music video star was made public.

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Tawny Kitaen Cause Of Death

Tawny Kitaen  passed away on May 7 at her home in Newport Beach, California. She was arguably most recognised for her part in “Bachelor Party.”

Kitaen died from dilated cardiomyopathy, a common type of heart disease, a spokesperson for the Orange County Coroner’s Office tells PEOPLE.

Her children Wynter and Raine Finley, who she had with her ex-husband, retired Major League Baseball player Chuck Finley, confirmed the news of the actress’s passing via Instagram.

Wynter and Raine Finley’s children posted on Instagram in May, “We are grieved and sorry to announce the death of our mom.” “Simply put, we appreciate each and every one of you.

Her friends and followers for consistently supporting and loving her. Every day you gave her life. We miss and adore her, and we are aware that her legacy will endure forever.”

Kitaen co-starred with Tom Hanks in the comedy “Bachelor Party” in 1984 as Hank’s future wife, and she also had an appearance as Jerry Seinfeld’s girlfriend in an episode of “Seinfeld” in 1991.

She also acted in films from the 1980s like “Crystal Heart” and “Witchboard.” Kitaen gained notoriety in the music sector as well. She starred in music videos and served as the band Ratt’s album cover model.

She appeared in several music videos, such as Whitesnake’s “Here I Go Again” and “Still of the Night” from the 1980s and Ratt’s “Back for More” from 1984.

Kitaen played more recent appearances in the miniseries “Large @ Life” and the comedic TV show “Moms Anonymous.

She also appeared on the reality TV programs “The Surreal Life” and “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew,” where she opened up about her battle with drug misuse, as well as “America’s Funniest People,” where she co-hosted for a while.