Spaulding Gray Dead at 62

The body of Spaulding Gray, monologuist and actor, was found yesterday in the East River. He disappeared two months ago. While the cause of death has not been confirmed, apparently he had long struggled with depression.

I saw him perform his "Swimming to Cambodia" monologue a few years ago, and was charmed by his wry self-effacing humor.  It's hard for me to imagine past that public persona when I read about his tragic end. My heart goes out to his wife and children.