Billy Mays -- 'I Got a Hard Head'

In what would turn out to be his last interview, Billy Mays recounted his experience aboard US Airways Flight 1241 which landed roughly at Tampa International Airport yesterday.

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Billy Mays was found dead in his home early this morning.


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61. Michael Jackson's doctor killed him - it's a fact.

Posted at 3:52PM on Jun 28th 2009 by Nothin But The True Facts

62. Wow! Sorry to hear about this. My condolences to his family.

Posted at 3:58PM on Jun 28th 2009 by Rae

63. They,celebs,are dropping like one a day!! If I were any of themthey might try throwingslat overthe shoulder. Carry a rabitt's foot.A4leafclover.Hey,what they really need is get on their knees and pray!
Stop believing inwhatever new fad comes up.

Anyway, seems like May's estate is going to file and win an unjust lawsuit.

Posted at 4:34PM on Jun 28th 2009 by Salt over the shoulder

64. Now my "mute"botton can get a rest. Don't mean to be disrespectful but then again the way he burst into my tranquil living room way to often was not very respectful of him either.

Posted at 4:00PM on Jun 28th 2009 by j. e. harris

65. Personally this is far more tragic than Wacko Jacko. He didn't freak people out with his bizarre behavior. He didn't invite children to sleep in his bed. He really helped inventors get their ideas out there to help people. And I agree, it's nice not seeing Jacko plastered on every article on this redundant site.

Posted at 11:31PM on Jun 28th 2009 by Freddy

66. I sense a lawsuit against the airline coming if that bang on the head is what killed Billy!!!

Posted at 4:06PM on Jun 28th 2009 by sparkle

67. I cant believe it. Another head injury. When I was about 19 I got slammed in the head from this pole. I never got it looked at, turns out Im lucky. Get your head checked, like the Beastie Boys say.

Posted at 4:09PM on Jun 28th 2009 by Negril Hotels

68. Honestly? My very first thought when I found out he was dead was, "thank god!" I can't tell you how many times I've run into the living room tripping over furniture, usually naked and dripping wet from the shower, to grab the remote to shut that guy up. I have never bought any products that he represented in protest of his use in their commercials. It's likely that many share my feelings in this regard. That said, to the family of this man who was probably well loved, I am sorry for your loss.

Posted at 4:10PM on Jun 28th 2009 by hooray!

69. I'm way more SAD about Billy dyin' than MJ. RIP BRO, YOU WENT TOO SOON AND WERE BADASS!!

Posted at 4:13PM on Jun 28th 2009 by BILLY 4EVA

70. I was devastated to hear the news. I loved all of the products he'd displayed on TV. He seemed like such a serious person, and such a good sense of humor. I will truely miss him on TV. My daughters will also, since they used all of his products too. I pray for his soul and his family & loved ones. They all have our deepest sympathy & condolence. I will continue to use his products until they no longer make them. A part of him will always be remembered in our life. His prices were right & he was always fair in his dealings. My heart is heavy with grief, and may God bless you all, & help you through this sad time. Sincerly lindasmith

Posted at 4:16PM on Jun 28th 2009 by lindasmith

71. That was last night with WTVT-TV reporter Shannon Mulaire (a.k.a. Super Fox) at Channel 13. I wonder if this could be another Natasha Richardson type injury where a small hit on the head propagates a brain hemorrhage? If I were USAirways I would be circling the wagons with attorneys after that screw-up on TIA runway 18R. From initial reports it wasn't simply a couple of nose gear tires blowing, it was a hard handing.

Posted at 4:29PM on Jun 28th 2009 by Wcstflyer

72. conan o'brien killed him

Posted at 4:28PM on Jun 28th 2009 by irulethenation

73. 39. Following that old wives tale saying that "Death comes in 3s," people seem to have forgotten that this celebrity passing cycle began with David Carradine earlier this month. Therefore, it was 1) David Carradine, 2) Ed McMahon, and 3) Farrah Fawcett. Now, another celebrity passing cycle has begun with: 1) Michael Jackson, 2) Billy Mays, and 3) ?????????????. Last week, it was announced that production on the highly acclaimed drama series "The Beast" starring Patrick Sawyze has been cancelled. The last pics I saw of Patrick -- sadly, he didn't look too well. Miracles do happen and I hope one happens for Patrick. However, I think the next celebrity passing will be another unexpected shocker. These are scary times in Hollywood . . .

Posted at 4:32PM on Jun 28th 2009 by keepinitrealincali

74. Yes, it is VERY important to get thoroughly checked out after head trauma. I learned this the hard way myself. Long, difficult story there I will not get into.

And for what it's worth, Mighty Putty is not worth it. Get a real epoxy putty designed for the specific purpose you need, like plumbers' epoxy steel, for example.

Posted at 4:34PM on Jun 28th 2009 by Mark

75. lucid interval after head injury the brain swells & causes pressure on vessesl cuts off oxygen followed by death
lucid intervals can be minutes hours days weeks

Posted at 4:42PM on Jun 28th 2009 by DR fred

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