Chris Burrous was a famous face in the media world as he was a regular on KTLA’s air since 2011 and additionally had more than a decade stint at other TV and radio stations. He was an award-winning journalist and storyteller who often put a smile on the faces of his audience, becoming a friend to many. Sadly, he passed on at the age of 43 in December 2018. During his lifetime, the warm, funny and talented broadcaster shared a little of his family life with his fans on the social media, here is an overview of the journalist’s personal life. Read on to find out if Chris Burrous was gay or married to a wife in his lifetime.
Was Chris Burrous Gay?
Even though Chris Burrous wasn’t identified as gay while he lived as he never openly stated he was gay, the report surrounding his cause of death is obviously pointing to that. Burrous who passed away on 27th December 2018 at the age of 43 was at first found unconscious at Glendale Motel known as Days Inn. According to the Glendale Police Department, the famed anchor was discovered by the city’s firefighters in an unresponsive state as he was suffering from a medical emergency. The police were then alerted of the unpleasant situation by an individual who was with Chris Burrous when he passed out and wasn’t possibly breathing.
Based on the report released by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office with regards to his cause of death, it was revealed that the man who contacted the police was Chris Burrous’ Gay partner whom he met on Grindr app. Prior to him suffering from a medical emergency which has been attributed to an overdose of crystal meth, the pair engaged in robust sexual activity during which the late reporter made use of the drug which he allegedly inserted into his body on two occasions. It was also alleged that during their sexual escapade, Chris Burrous gave his partner a syringe full of GHB and a bottle of Gatorade. The meeting wasn’t the first for the two who had reportedly hooked up on multiple occasions in the past.
It was also stated in the report that Burrous made use of an amyl nitrite inhalant called Poppers which produces a euphoric effect. This is despite the fact that during his lifetime, the journalist didn’t have a history of drug or alcohol abuse but only used drugs recreationally. Following the cooperation of Chris Burrous’ Gay partner throughout the investigation, his death is listed as accidental as no foul play is suspected.
Did He Marry a Wife In His Lifetime?
Prior to his demise, Chris Burrous was a wonderful, supportive and thoughtful husband to his wife, Mia Do-Burrous who often referred to him as her true partner and best friend. The couple met when Burrous was a member of staff of KGET TV station situated in Bakersfield, California, where his wife also worked as a journalist at the time. They reportedly courted for one year before walking down the aisle in October 2003. They welcomed their only child, a daughter christened Isabella Burrous in July 2009.
In his lifetime, Chris Burrous was active on social media where he posted about his wife and daughter. In October 2018, he shared a post about his 15th wedding anniversary with Mia and also uploaded pictures of his daughter on many occasions. Through his social media post, it was evident that the talented reporter was in a loving marital relationship with the love of his life and was also a proud father who referenced his daughter as his second valentine.
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Following Chris Burrous’ death, go-fund-me accounts were set up for his spouse and child. One of the funds was set up by Gigi Giraciette, a TV personality, and Rosemary Do Silverstein, Burrous sister-in-law. Through their efforts, the funds raised about $115,000 with The Big Bang Theory star, Kunal Nayyar donating $5,000. The fund was raised to help Mia take care of her daughter for the time being and equally carter for the funeral that took place on 11th January 2009 which would have been his 44th birthday.
His funeral service was held inside SkyRose Chapel located in Rose Hills Memorial Park and Mortuaries in Whitten, Los Angeles. During the emotional memorial service, Chris Burrous’ daughter cited that her father’s memory will always remain with her. For his fans, Burrous will always be remembered as the warm, funny and talented journalist who handed Liberte Chan; a meteorologist of KTLA 5, a sweater to cover up her short dress during a live weather broadcast; the funny incident was later named ‘Sweatergate’.