The 71-year-old was reportedly choked to death by intruders who stole several valuables, including a safe-deposit box and Rolex watches.
A prominent Los Angeles nightclub owner and restaurateur was found dead in the Dominican Republic this week after apparently being gagged, choked, and beaten.
Investigators say the home was broken into, with a safe-deposit box stolen, along with several Rolex watches and other valuables, according to local reports. The intruders also reportedly gagged Oliver before choking him to death.“Vertigo and Mario will always be a part of history and my heart,” he said.
“Mario did love the limelight. He was a wonderful person, wonderful showman, wonderful partner, wonderful father,” he said, adding that Oliver was “so much fun” that “you could make a movie” about him.