Chere Rhodes, the girlfriend of actor Max Baer, Jr., died Tuesday after reportedly shooting herself.
Rhodes' suicide attempt occured last Thursday while the couple was in Lake Tahoe. Baer found Rhodes with a single shotgun wound to her chest and reportedly called authorities. Rhodeswas flown by helicopter to Renown Regional Medical Center.
Police reports say that there was a hand written note that authorities found citing that they were having relationship problems.
Rhodes was placed on life support. Her family took her off life support on Sunday.
Police say they are still investigating, but no foul play is suspected.
Baer, 70, is best known for his role as Jethro Modine in the television hit "The Beverly Hillbillies". Baer is the son of former heavyweight champion Max Baer, who was portrayed in the movie "Cinderella Man" starring Russell Crowe.
Rhodes, 30, was a Penthouse swimwear model often appearing in bathing suits and lingerie advertisements. She appeared in promotional material for Miller, Budweiser, Casadores, and is pictured in three pinup calendars. Rhodes had two children, a son and a daughter.
