Brooke Gomez, a renowned interior designer known for her work with reality TV star Bethenny Frankel, tragically passed away at the age of 49. The New York City Medical Examiner's Office has disclosed that Gomez's death was due to "chronic alcohol use." The designer was found in her $1.3 million New York City apartment in an "advanced state of decomposition," indicating that she had been deceased for over a week before her body was discovered.
Gomez, who appeared in the second season of Frankel's spin-off show, "Bethenny Ever After," was celebrated for her remarkable transformation of Frankel's $5 million Tribeca home, as well as her work with other high-profile clients like Michael J. Fox and Sigourney Weaver. Her work had been featured in notable publications such as Architectural Digest and Traditional Home.
A particularly heart-wrenching detail emerged as it was revealed that Gomez's Brussels Griffon dog, Edie, survived alone for more than a week by feeding on the 49-year-old's remains. In a somewhat comforting turn, the building superintendent reportedly plans to adopt Edie, maintaining a semblance of normalcy for the dog in the wake of the tragedy.
Gomez's untimely death has left a void in the design industry. Her journey, initially aspiring to become a lawyer, shifted to follow in her mother's footsteps, leading to a fulfilling career in interior design. Despite not having a dedicated Wikipedia page, her impact and legacy in the industry are undeniable.
Her sudden passing underlines the importance of addressing mental health and substance abuse issues, often hidden beneath the surface of successful and fulfilling lives. As the design community and admirers of her work mourn her loss, her life stands as a poignant reminder of the unpredictability and fragility of existence.
Frankel has yet to release a statement regarding Gomez's passing. The news of the interior designer's death comes amid a flood of lawsuits filed under the Adult Survivors Act, offering a temporary window for filing claims over alleged sexual assaults.
