Anthony Bourdain Is Dead At 61.

CNN has confirmed the news that Anthony Bourdain, from the series Parts Unknown, as found unresponsive in his hotel room this morning.  The cause of death appears to be suicide.

“It is with extraordinary sadness we can confirm the death of our friend and colleague, Anthony Bourdain,” the network said in a statement Friday morning. “His love of great adventure, new friends, fine food and drink and the remarkable stories of the world made him a unique storyteller. His talents never ceased to amaze us and we will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with his daughter and family at this incredibly difficult time.”