**Reality TV Personality Matthew Byars Dies by Suicide at 37**

Tragic news has emerged from the reality TV world as Matthew Byars, who was recognized from Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Potomac, has passed away. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Maryland confirmed that Byars died by suicide. The details were first reported by The Sun newspaper in the U.S., and have since been corroborated by Deadline.

The medical examiner revealed that the cause of death was due to multiple blunt force injuries. Byars was 37 years old at the time of his death on November 21.

Tributes have been pouring in for Byars from friends and fellow reality TV stars. Charrisse Jackson-Jordan, a former cast member of The Real Housewives of Potomac, honored Byars by posting a photo of them together with the caption, "Rest in peace."

Melissa Gorga from The Real Housewives of New Jersey also expressed her sorrow on social media. In an emotional Instagram post, she conveyed her heartbreak, lamenting that Byars had not reached out to her. Gorga remembered his vibrant personality and his comedic talents, suggesting that he should have pursued stand-up comedy.

The news was initially shared by comedian Bruce Vilanch through a Facebook post. Vilanch mentioned that Byars had ended his struggle and offered to provide more information to those who knew him privately. The news has left many in the reality TV and entertainment community in mourning.