MANILA, Philippines - Glee star Cory Monteith was found dead Saturday at a hotel in Vancouver, Canada, on apparent drug overdose.
According to reports from the Canadian media, Monteith was discovered lifeless in his room on the 21st floor at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel in Vancouver.
The Vancouver Police Department confirmed the 31-year-old actor’s death on its official Twitter account, adding that a press conference is scheduled tonight to reveal the details.
Press conference tonight at 10:30 pm, #VPD Media room, 2120 Cambie St. A Hollywood actor was found dead today in Vancouver.
— Vancouver Police (@VancouverPD) July 14, 2013
Condolences to the family, friends, castmates and millions of fans of Cory Monteith.
— Vancouver Police (@VancouverPD) July 14, 2013
The cause of death has yet to be determined.
Monteith's death immediately sent waves on social media, with fans expressing their shock and paying their respects to the late actor.