Anthony Bourdain, the renowned chef, author, and television host, died by suicide on June 8, 2018, at the age of 61. He was found in his hotel room in Kaysersberg-Vignoble, France, where he was filming an episode of his CNN show Parts Unknown with his close friend, chef Éric Ripert, who discovered his body after Bourdain missed dinner and breakfast
. His death was ruled as suicide by hanging, using a belt from his hotel bathrobe. Toxicology reports showed no narcotics, only a trace of a therapeutic non-narcotic medication
. In the months leading up to his death, Bourdain struggled with loneliness, mental health issues, and complex personal relationships, including a troubled relationship with Italian actress Asia Argento and separation from his wife Ottavia Busia
. Text messages from his final days reveal a man conflicted and unhappy, expressing frustration with fame, his job, and his life
. Bourdain's passing shocked fans and colleagues worldwide, highlighting the hidden struggles he faced despite his successful career and public persona
