Brooke Gomez, an esteemed interior designer based in New York City, New York, famous for her collaborations with celebrities like Bethenny Frankel, Michael J. Fox, and Sigourney Weaver, was found dead in her apartment on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York, on November 19, 2023.
After Gomez, 49, had not been heard from in a week, a friend contacted the building superintendent. He went into the apartment and found her decomposing body. Officers from the New York City Police Department, arriving at her residence following a 911 call from the super at 8:00 pm, pronounced her dead at the scene.
The cause of Gomez’s death, as stated by the Medical Examiner’s Office, was chronic alcohol use. The circumstances surrounding her death are not being treated as suspicious, with no evidence of any criminal involvement, according to law enforcement.
Gomez’s career in the field of interior design began over two decades ago, starting at Gomez Associates, a firm owned by her mother, in 2001. She later established her own company, Brooke Gomez Design, in 2019, earning acclaim for her distinctive design style and elite clientele. Her work also gained visibility through reality television, notably through her work with Frankel.
Gomez’s dog, a Brussels Griffon named Edie, was found alive in the apartment, having survived a week without care. The dog is now adopted by the building superintendent’s wife.
The interior design community, along with Gomez’s clients, have been mourning her loss, sharing their memories and tributes. Her company posted a heartfelt statement on Instagram, honoring her as a beloved and influential figure. Plans are underway for a gathering to celebrate Gomez’s life and achievements.
