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The investigation leads to Ashleigh’s sister, whose resentment and complicated relationship with Ashleigh’s "perfection" become central to the motive.

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 CSI Las Vegas 2x23

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 Cast and Credits Directed by: Richard J

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 Key Storylines The Season 2 finale, titled "

The Season 2 finale, titled " The Hunger Artist ," (Episode 2x23) originally aired on May 16, 2002. This episode is a gritty exploration of the obsession with physical beauty and the dark side of the fashion industry. Plot Overview

Features appearances by Amy Brenneman (uncredited) and Lisa Darr.

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.