The Tragic Death Of The Amazing Race's Jim Raman

Amazing Race fans were both shocked and dismayed when they learned that 42-year-old contestant Jim Raman unexpectedly passed away in March of 2019. As reported by People, the orthodontist turned reality star was tragically found dead in his Irmo, South Carolina home. 

As you may recall, both Jim and his wife, Misti Raman, who also worked as a dentist, competed in the show's 25th season in 2014 under the moniker "Married Dentists." The couple finished the season strong, coming in second place. 

Raman's death was certainly unexpected and mysterious, but officials were adamant that they did not suspect that any foul play occurred. "Nothing suspicious or criminal is involved with the case you are referencing and out of compassion and respect for family, my office will not comment on it," Lexington County Coroner, Margaret Fisher said in a statement to local news station WIS-TV (via People).

Lexington County Sheriff's Department Capt. Adam Myrick echoed those sentiments, per USA Today. "No one has been arrested or detained in connection with this (death) investigation," Myrick explained. "We aren't seeking any suspects or persons of interest as our work on the case continues," he added. Keep scrolling for more details about the tragic death of Jim Raman. 

Immediately after taking home second place CBS's Amazing Race, Jim and Misti Raman quickly settled back into their routine life in South Carolina. Part of that included resuming their roles at their dental practice, Irmo Smiles, per local news station WIS-TV (via Variety). 

Upon learning of Raman's death, the couple's dental practice released a statement. "Irmo Smiles has suffered a tragic loss this week. It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing for Dr. Jim Raman. As our staff and the family prepare for Dr. Raman's celebration of life, please join us in praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time," the statement read, per Variety. The statement also specifically mentioned Raman's wife and fellow business partner, Misti. "Your patience is greatly appreciated as we give Dr. Misti Raman time to grieve the loss of her loving husband," they added.

Amazing Race co-creators, also released a heartfelt statement of their own following the former contestant's untimely death, per USA Today. "The Amazing Race family has suffered a huge loss. We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was a wonderful and very kind person... Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Misti, and his entire family," the statement read. As of this writing, there has still been no cause of death given.