The episode begins with the discovery of a woman's body in a shopping cart under a highway overpass. Her face is severely mutilated, making immediate identification impossible. As Gil Grissom and his team investigate, they discover the victim was , a once-successful fashion model whose career had spiraled downward.
The investigation reveals a tragic narrative of "the hunger artist"—someone suffering from extreme eating disorders and the crushing pressure to maintain a certain image. The team must navigate a trail of discarded high-fashion clothes and the competitive, often cruel world of modeling to find her killer. Key Storylines CSI Las Vegas 2x23
Features appearances by Amy Brenneman (uncredited) and Lisa Darr. The episode begins with the discovery of a
This episode is significant for the series' overarching lore as it continues to hint at Grissom's burgeoning hearing loss (otosclerosis), a plot point that carries heavily into the next season. Forensic Highlights The investigation reveals a tragic narrative of "the
Fibers from expensive designer labels found on a homeless woman’s "possessions" help bridge the gap between the runway and the streets. Cast and Credits Directed by: Richard J. Lewis Written by: Jerry Stahl