Overview
- The longtime Holmes on Homes collaborator died on Dec. 4 in Toronto at age 56, according to an obituary.
- His daughter, Filomena, said doctors found his liver disease had returned in early 2025, he received a second liver transplant in July, faced post-operation complications, and was later diagnosed with lymphoma.
- Holmes said in tribute videos that Cozzolino had "gone through hell" and attributed his death to complications following the second transplant.
- HGTV mourned Cozzolino in a statement praising his kindness, integrity, and dedication across decades of renovation shows.
- The family said he is survived by partner Lisa and daughters Filomena and Alexandria, and asked supporters to forgo a funeral and consider supporting organ donation or cancer research.