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  • AC/DC's Angus Young and Brian Johnson

    AC/DC's Tragic Real-Life Story

    AC/DC are the kings of party songs, but their real-life stories haven't always been fun. The hard-rocking band has weathered their fair share of tragedies.

    By DB Kelly 3 days ago Read More
  • Christopher Evan Welch as Peter Gregory holding microphone on Silicon Valley

    TV Deaths That Happened Because The Actor Really Died

    It's a sad fact of life: Everybody dies. Sometimes, though, an actor dies in the middle of filming a hit TV series, which leads to an on-screen death.

    By Tom Meisfjord 1 month ago Read More
  • actor Anton Yelchin

    The Tragic Death Of Anton Yelchin

    At only 27 years old, "Star Trek Beyond" actor Anton Yelchin died in a freak accident in his driveway in Los Angeles in June 2016, at the height of his fame.

    By Wendy Mead 1 month ago Read More
  • Kurt Cobain looking serious

    Kurt Cobain's Tragic Real-Life Story

    When Kurt Cobain of Nirvana took his own life at 27, the world knew it had lost a great artist. Here's the tragic real-life story of Kurt Cobain.

    By A. C. Grimes 1 month ago Read More
  • Laurel Griggs smiling

    The Tragic Death Of SNL's Laurel Griggs

    Aside from working on Broadway, Laurel Griggs acted in "Saturday Night Live" sketches for a couple of episodes in 2017, but she tragically died in 2019.

    By Jean Mendoza 1 month ago Read More
  • Stephen Colbert posing in front of a black Paleyfest banner

    The Tragic Real Life Story Of Stephen Colbert

    Stephen Colbert has spent decades brightening people's faces, but there's a dark root behind that — a tragic story behind the much-loved funnyman.

    By Brent Furdyk 2 months ago Read More
  • young Lynyrd Skynyrd publicity photo

    Lynyrd Skynyrd's Tragic Real-Life Story

    Over the years, legendary Southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd have persevered through tragedy after tragedy, from car crashes and deaths to drug addiction.

    By Rob Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • Christina Grimmie red carpet

    TV Talent Show Contestants Who Died Tragically

    Programs like "American Idol" regularly coronate new stars, but they're as mortal as anyone else. These are some TV talent show contestants who died tragically.

    By Brian Boone 2 months ago Read More
  • Actress Jean Harlow smiling

    Jean Harlow Experienced An Unusual Symptom Related To The Condition That Killed Her

    By the time doctors figured out the cause of Jean Harlow's symptoms, it was tragically too late for the Hollywood icon.

    By Luke Holden 2 months ago Read More
  • Dave Mason with guitar onstage in 1980

    Rock Legends Who Ended Their Careers Over Health Problems

    Whether it came after decades of hard rock n' roll living or the medical ailments that afflict us all, poor health has been the undoing of these rock legends.

    By S. Flannagan 3 months ago Read More
  • Paul Stanley holding hand to ear

    Rock Stars You May Not Know Are Missing Body Parts

    Fingers, legs, arms, bones — these limbs and appendages are very important, especially if your whole job is making music with, you know, your body.

    By Brian Boone 3 months ago Read More
  • Naya Rivera posing on the red carpet in 2013

    The Tragedy Of Naya Rivera Explained

    Naya Rivera was a child actor who's best known for her role on Fox's "Glee." After a life full of ups and downs, she died tragically at 33 years old.

    By Sergio Pereira 5 months ago Read More
  • Cory Monteith posing in front of a Fox 2010 banner

    The Tragedy Of Cory Monteith Explained

    Cory Monteith was just 31 when he died. The tragic and untimely death came just four years after he was thrust into stardom for his roll on the show "Glee."

    By Brent Furdyk 5 months ago Read More
  • Will Ferrell squinting in suit

    Will Ferrell's Tragic Moments Explained

    The star of "Anchorman" and "SNL" alum Will Ferrell has made a living by making people smile, but his charmed life has occasionally seen a touch of tragedy.

    By Brian Boone 5 months ago Read More
  • Ozzy Osbourne smiling in throne chair

    The World Reacts To The Death Of Ozzy Osbourne

    On July 22, 2025, legendary frontman Ozzy Osbourne died at the age of 76, and the world reacted soon after, with many celebrities and musicians paying respects.

    By Brian Boone 5 months ago Read More
  • Kurt Cobain with guitar at MTV Unplugged gig

    Why Kurt Cobain Refused To Play At Lollapalooza In 1994

    Lollapalooza was a massively successful traveling music festival in the early 1990s. Here's why Why Kurt Cobain refused to headline the 1994 tour.

    By S. Flannagan 5 months ago Read More
  • Annabelle doll from Annabelle movie

    Paranormal Investigator Dies On Tour With Annabelle Doll, But He's Reportedly Not The First Death That's Happened

    A paranormal investigator died while on tour with the Annabelle doll, and there are other alleged deaths that have been linked to the doll as well.

    By Brian Boone 5 months ago Read More
  • Singer Ozzy Osbourne staring ahead

    The Wild Death Rumors About Ozzy Osbourne That His Daughter Shut Down

    Ozzy Osbourne's health issues are no secret, which has led to rumors of his impending death that his daughter, Sharon, has had to publicly shut down.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 months ago Read More
  • Chris Cornell singing onstage

    Famous Musicians Who Have A Lot To Say About Chris Cornell

    Chris Cornell was the inspirational driving force behind Soundgarden and a pioneer of grunge, and plenty of famous musicians have a lot to say about him.

    By Lorenzo Tanos 6 months ago Read More
  • British scientist Stephen Hawking

    Here's How Stephen Hawking Was Able To Talk Using AI

    For the majority of his life, Stephen Hawking lived with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a neurodegenerative disease, and he was able to talk thanks to AI.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 6 months ago Read More
  • Randy Rhoads emotionally playing guitar

    The Most Bizarre Rock Star Deaths Ever

    Rock stars are rarely strangers to tragedy. And while there's nothing more tragic than death, some artists met their maker in the most bizarre ways possible.

    By Kathy Benjamin 6 months ago Read More
  • Sinbad performing on stage in sunglasses

    The Real Reason Sinbad Lost Most Of His Money

    Sinbad currently has around $100,000 in assets. You might be wondering how the famous comedian has so little, and the answer is a little complicated.

    By Richard Milner 6 months ago Read More
  • Bob Crane smiling in military uniform

    Things That Came Out About Hollywood Legends After They Died

    The legends of Hollywood graced our screens and earned a place in our hearts, but a few held closely guarded secrets that didn't come out until after they died.

    By William Fischer 6 months ago Read More
  • Medics work on Chinese gymnast Sang Lan after her accident

    What Happened To Sang Lan, The Gymnast Who Broke Her Neck In 1998 Vaulting?

    Chinese gymnast Sang Lan was only 17 when she broke her neck in 1998 in a vaulting exercise, leaving her paralyzed. And that was only the beginning.

    By Alice Bennett 7 months ago Read More
  • Joan of Arc burns at the stake

    Joan Of Arc's Tragic Final Words Before Her Execution

    Joan of Arc's tragic final words before her execution illustrated her dedication to her belief and faith.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 7 months ago Read More
  • Billy Joel preforming in Las Vegas

    Billy Joel's Disorder That Tragically Forced Him To Cancel All Concerts

    Billy Joel, the legendary "Piano Man," announced he's cancelling all upcoming tour dates due to a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH).

    By Lauren Kershner 7 months ago Read More
  • Alice in Chains posing at an event

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Alice In Chains

    Alice in Chains was the first band to bring grunge into the mainstream. But despite their considerable fame and fortune, they had their share of disasters.

    By Pauli Poisuo 7 months ago Read More
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