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  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Read More
  • Janis Joplin smiling and waving in a furry hat

    What The Final Year Of Janis Joplin's Life Was Like

    Janis Joplin's tragic death in 1970 added another name to the infamous "27 Club." The final year of her life was as busy as you'd expect for a rock star.

    By Kathy Benjamin Read More
  • Gary Coleman publicity photo from late 1970s

    '80s Stars Who Died In Bizarre Ways

    Sadly, many of the numerous stars that the iconic decade of the 1980s produced are no longer with us, and some of them died in tragically bizarre ways.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Courtney Love throwing horns with messed up hair at an event

    Musicians Who Partied Way Too Hard

    Male rock stars have earned a reputation for wild antics and substance abuse, but musicians in that genre and gender aren't the only ones who partied too hard.

    By Kathy Benjamin Read More
  • Matt Sharp, Brian Bell, Rivers Cuomo of Weezer in 1994 in dim room

    The Tragedy Of Weezer Explained

    Even as they took over the alternative rock world in the 1990s, Weezer experienced setbacks in the form of critical failures, health crises, and band turmail.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Philip Seymour Hoffman squinting and looking away with windblown hair

    What The Final Year Of Philip Seymour Hoffman's Life Was Like

    After a long and remarkably successful acting career, Philip Seymour Hoffman tragically died in 2014. His final year alive was as rich as every other he lived.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Bigi Jackson wearing cap and hooded sweatshirt

    The Tragedy Of Bigi 'Blanket' Jackson Explained

    As a child of the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, Bigi 'Blanket' Jackson might be said to have inherited a charmed life, but the truth is more tragic.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Whitney Houston smiling with black dress and long bangs

    Things That Came Out About Whitney Houston After She Died

    The tragic death of Whitney Houston in 2012 shocked the world, but it wasn't until afterward that a few previously unknown things about her came to light.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Sara Ferguson sat in checkered monochrome suit

    Famous People Who Survived Infamous Events

    Throughout history, countless people have survived to tell the tale of both natural and human-caused disasters, but a few of them are also pretty famous.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Gloria Estefan struck by sunlight

    The Horrific Accident Gloria Estefan Experienced While On Tour

    Gloria Estefan was riding high on success after years hit songs, but during a 1990 tour, she was involved in a horrific accident that nearly ended her career.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • the band Kansas

    The Tragedy Of The Band Kansas Explained

    Bringing a new kind of sound to the music scene of the '70s and beyond, the band members of Kansas have been through more than their fair share of tragedy.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Kelly Clarkson smiling in a pink dress at event

    The Tragedy Of Kelly Clarkson Explained

    After rocketing to fame on the back of "American Idol," Kelly Clarkson has endured as a household name for decades, but her personal life has been a tragic one.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Carrot Top in pink shirt staring into camera

    The Tragedy Of Carrot Top Explained

    Prop comedian Carrot Top is one of the most successful and recognizable stand-up comics in the world, but his path to fame wasn't always an easy one.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Jessica Savitch talking and looking away from camera

    Reporters Who Died Tragically

    Reporting from dangerous locations or on controversial topics is risky business, and these reporters tragically paid the ultimate price for their art.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • the highwaymen on stage on black and white photo

    The Tragedy Of The Highwaymen Band Explained

    In 1985, Kris Kristofferson, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Johnny Cash formed The Highwaymen. Here's a look at the tragedies that shaped their lives.

    By Brian Boone Read More
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