When TAYLOR ARMSTRONG became alarmed she became frantic only to discover estranged hubby RUSSELL ARMSTRONG hanging from a noose. And NOW as the autopsy results have been released BRAVO has put the new season of "Real Housewives" on hold.
As the ENQUIRER first reported reality-star Taylor filed for divorce last month from Russell, claiming physical and emotional abuse.
Production insiders had told The ENQUIRER that the abusive relationship went far beyond what she described on air to other cast mates.
But Taylor Armstrong became frantic Monday when Russell went missing and didn’t answer his cell. She got in touch with her friends, Francisco and Julie Martin, and they all rushed to the home he was renting.
But they discovered his fully clothed body, hanging from a noose.
"Taylor was in the car; she didn't see the body. Francisco was alone when he went in and then came out and told her," his partner, John Indelicato said. "Julie is really good friends with Taylor. It was clear they were taking care of her and she did not see it."
His death was ruled a “suicide” after an autopsy was performed today.
Toxicology tests are still pending, but no drugs were found near Armstrong's body Assistant Chief Coroner for Los Anegels County, Ed Winter, told media.There was no suicide note.
Reportedly, Armstrong will have a closed casket funeral due to the horrific nature of death.
Bravo which broadcasts the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” has reportedly pushed back the season premiere to a date not yet determined.
