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Actor James Ransone Dies by Suicide; Wife Urges 988 Help

7/2/2026

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James Ransone, 46, died by suicide on Dec 19, 2025 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reported.
The examiner recorded hanging ligature marks, Ransone’s claim he wanted to kill himself, and toxicology found no drugs despite prescription bottles nearby.
His brother said he had mental-health issues and suicidal thoughts but no prior attempts.
Wife Jamie McPhee posted Instagram urging callers to use the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988).

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James Ransone, 46, died by suicide on Dec 19, 2025 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reported.
The examiner recorded hanging ligature marks, Ransone’s claim he wanted to kill himself, and toxicology found no drugs despite prescription bottles nearby.
His brother said he had mental-health issues and suicidal thoughts but no prior attempts.
Wife Jamie McPhee posted Instagram urging callers to use the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988).