Police in Tampa have confirmed that Billy Mays is dead. The TV salesman known for promoting things like Orange Glo and OxiClean has died at the age of fifty.
Authorities say Billy Mays was pronounced dead on Sunday morning after being found in his home by his wife. There were no signs of foul play. The coroner’s office expects to have an autopsy done by Monday afternoon.
Mays’ wife, Deborah Mays, is not expected to issue a statement and has simply asked for privacy.
Mays was also seen on the reality TV series “Pitchmen” on Discovery Channel, which followed Mays and Anthony Sullivan while on the job.
Discovery Channel spokeswoman Elizabeth Hillman released a statement Sunday extending sympathy to the Mays family.
“Everyone that knows him was aware of his larger-than-life personality, generosity and warmth,” Hillman’s statement said. “Billy was a pioneer in his field and helped many people fulfill their dreams. He will be greatly missed as a loyal and compassionate friend.”
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