'The Amazing Race' Contestant Dr. Jim Raman Has Passed Away at 42
Dr. Jim Raman appeared on The Amazing Race in 2014.
He was found dead at his home in March.
Dr. Jim Raman of The Amazing Race season 25 has passed away in South Carolina, Deadline reports.
No official cause of death has been released for the late orthodontist, who placed second on the CBS reality series with his wife, Misti. According to Jim's obituary, he passed away on March 11, and Lexington County Sheriff’s Department spokesman Capt. Adam Myrick says that officials responded to a call from the couple's home at 4:30 a.m. on March 12. The 42-year-old was then pronounced dead on the scene.
"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," said Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher in a release.
The "married dentists," as Jim and Misti become known on Amazing Race, founded their own practice called Irmo Smiles, which shared a statement following his passing:
Irmo Smiles has suffered a tragic loss this week. It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of 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. We will be working to reschedule Dr. Misti Raman’s patients and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. Your patience is greatly appreciated as we give Dr. Misti Raman time to grieve the loss of her loving husband.
Jim's obituary also notes that "his goal in all areas of his life was to have maximum impact on the world," as evidenced especially by his work to advocate for better autism healthcare benefits. To that note, his family has asked that memorials be made to the Autism Academy of South Carolina at P.O. Box 7514, Columbia, SC 29202.
He is also survived by two children, Alexis “Lexi” Raman and James “Jimmy” Raman, Jr. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Raman family during this difficult time.
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