In 2009 Americas most famous and Iconic TV Pitchman died at his Florida home. He died unexpectedly aged just 50 years old. Billy had made his fortune pitching innovative products on American TV and at his height, he was on TV more than any other celebrity. Together with his partner Anthony “Sully” Sullivan the two made over a billion dollars in sales over a ten year period. But despite the wholesome man in the street image, Billy’s death was to prove as controversial as it was unexpected. Billy’s life was a full on journey from his humble roots to his millionaire lifestyle, but there was more to Billy that the world saw through the prism of a TV screen. Now Dr Michael Hunter uncovers some surprising hidden and controversial truths about the life and death of TV Pitchman Billy Mays.

Steve Jobs was a visionary product designer who revolutionised the computer world with much loved products like the iPod, iPhone and iPad. His instinctive understanding of what the public wanted made his company, Apple, the highest valued corporation in the world. But on October 5th, 2011, Jobs died of a rare and easily treatable pancreatic cancer which has a high degree of survivability. Forensic Pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter examines Steve’s medical records to discover why such a wealthy man with so many resources at his disposal, who was also passionate about his health and diet, died so unnecessarily?

The legendary Howard Hughes died at the age of 70 on April 5th 1976.
He had unrivalled success as a pioneering business magnate, Hollywood movie producer and a record setting pilot and his visionary achievements changed the course of history. He founded the Hughes Aircraft Company and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and he bought RKO pictures and Trans World Airlines, or TWA as well as owning vast swathes of Las Vegas. He also gained a reputation for dating a string of Hollywood stars including Katherine Hepburn and Ava Gardner.

But despite becoming one of the richest men in the world, for the last 20 years of his life Howard Hughes almost completely disappeared from public view and his body went into steady decline. Now world-renowned pathologist Dr Michael Hunter is scrutinising Howard Hughes’ incredibly detailed autopsy to discover the real reason for his mysterious death.

On the morning of April 18, 2012, American icon Dick Clark died suddenly from a massive heart attack following a routine operation on his prostate. As host of legendary TV show ‘American Bandstand’ for almost 40 years, Dick was a familiar face in millions of American homes and helped to shape modern pop music for modern audiences. Known as ‘America’s oldest teenager’ for his seemingly eternally youthful appearance and his ability to stay in touch with what was considered ‘cool’ even as he grew into his 60’s, he was a uniquely successful producer and entrepreneur, amassing a $200 million dollar fortune at the time of his death. A long time diabetic, Dick suffered a debilitating stroke in 2004, but true to form, he was determined to stay on screen and continued to present his annual New Years Countdown from Times Square right up until his death 8 years later. So why did Dick die so suddenly? World renowned forensic pathologist, Dr Michael Hunter needs to analyse key moments from Dick’s life and his medical history, in order investigate and find the answers as to why Dick died shortly after what should have been a simple procedure.

Walt Disney was the father of movie-length animation and creator of some of the most loved and recognised characters in the world. But America’s favourite uncle was also an obsessive workaholic and consumed by crippling pain. On December 15th 1966 Walt Disney died in a Burbank hospital, he was 65 years old. Leading forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter is investigating Disney’s last days, weeks and months to find out what caused the death of this global icon.

On June 8th 2018, the world was stunned by the news that award-winning writer and TV presenter, Anthony Bourdain had taken his own life. He was the punk rock chef who found fame as the hip new face of food and travel television. After 25 years of toiling in the restaurant business, living pay check-to-pay check and battling drug addictions, Anthony’s sudden success came in his early 40s, when his memoir ‘Kitchen Confidential’ lifted the lid on the hidden world of New York restaurant kitchens. The book was a best-seller and Anthony’s mix of streetwise cool, no-nonsense smarts and restless creativity made him a perfect fit for television. A new life outside the kitchen beckoned, and Anthony spent the best part of 20 years filming his global travels, seeking out food, culture and conversation. His hit shows included No Reservations, The Layover and Parts Unknown – the winner of seven Emmy Awards – and his career was at on all-time high. But suddenly, at the age of 61, he hung himself in his hotel room, while filming in France. So what happened? World renowned forensic pathologist, Dr. Michael Hunter needs to analyse every detail in the limited available information to piece together what exactly caused the well-loved TV host to take his own life.

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In Sarasota, FL a man is busted for an open container of beer. In Salt Lake City, UT a woman is stunned as to how drug paraphernalia wound up on her person. In Las Vegas, NV a former bus driver relays sad details about his past. In Portland, OR a shoplifter receives some sage of wisdom from one of the officers.

In Salt Lake City, UT officers break up an altercation between two inmates. In Portland, OR a belligerent man questions the authorities. In Sarasota, FL a man is busted for DUI. In Las Vegas, NV a woman is taken into custody for battery.

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In Portland, OR a man in custody accuses officers of being involved in the 1992 event at Ruby Ridge. In Sarasota, FL a drunk man falls off his bike and purports to have been hit by a car. In Las Vegas, LV a daring inmate attempts to make a break for it while the supervising officers attend to a disturbance.

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In Tulsa, OK a woman bites and kicks deputies after falling and cutting her head. In Las Vegas, NV a man’s tattoos are examined and photographed to investigate hidden meanings. In Portland, OR an incoherent man is found with illegal mushrooms after his wife went into labor at a bus stop.

In Austin, TX a fight erupts between volatile inmates as deputies deal with the chaos. In Santa Ana, CA accusations of deceit and mistrust plague a booking as a woman is arrested for driving under the influence. In Las Vegas, NV several prisoners require restraint after causing commotion and concern.

In Austin, TX officers must break up a cell brawl. In Las Vegas, NV a woman has deep regrets and reflection after being arrested on her wedding night. In Austin, TX a man is freed from the noose he created and placed on a vigilant watch.

In Austin, TX several inmates are subdued after exhibiting unruly behavior. In Portland, OR anger dominates emotions as a man accuses officers of profiling him during arrest. In Austin, TX an officer uses “verbal judo” to gain the upper hand with combative inmates.

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