Lee Grivas

Lee Grivas, a 26-year-old aspiring photographer, was found dead in his apartment on July 1, 2008. Grivas was romantically linked to Christina Applegate, and they had been in an on and off relationship for the past few years.Fox News: Christina Applegate's Boyfriend Found Dead (July 4, 2008)

Grivas was known to have a history of drug abuse. While the autopsy report was not released, Grivas was suspected to have died of an overdose. According to the National Enquirer, Grivas had been suffering from a heroin addiction, which is suspected as his cause of death.National Enquirer: Christina Applegate's Boyfriend Dies of O.D. (July 3, 2008)

Grivas and Applegate had a rocky, intermittent relationship, reportedly due to Grivas' longtime drug problems.National Enquirer: Christina Applegate's Boyfriend Dies of O.D. (July 3, 2008)

Applegate made the following statement to Usmagazine.com, concerning Grivas' death.

• "I am profoundly saddened. Lee was an incredible human being who was an extremely important and beautiful part of my life. He is missed beyond words. He touched so many and I feel much sadness for his mother, father, brother and all of his family and friends."Usmagazine.com: Christina Applegate's Ex-Boyfriend Found Dead (July 3, 2008)