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  • Speedboat

    The Tragic Truth Behind The Speedboat Killer, Jack Shepherd

    Jack Shepherd, also known as the "Speedboat Killer" was involved in the death of Charlotte Brown when his speedboat crashed. Here's the truth of the incident.

    By Remy Millisky Read More
  • Sonny Barger in 1979

    Inside Hells Angels Founder Sonny Barger's Tragic Life

    Mention the Hells Angels motorcycle club, and unique images are conjured; archetypes, even. Few embodied them more deeply than Sonny Barger.

    By Leslie Veliz Read More
  • Billy Joel head shot

    Billy Joel: The Tragic Real-Life Story

    Bill Joel is one of the best songwriters of all time, with dozens of hits to his name. Despite his success, he has endured some major hardships.

    By Becky Stephenson 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 Read More
  • Travis Barker backward hat

    The Tragic Reason Travis Barker Didn't Fly In A Plane For Over A Decade

    Legendary musician Travis Barker has been a household name for decades. Here's the tragic reason he didn't fly in a plane for over a decade.

    By Kat Olvera Read More
  • Quincy jones in 2014

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Quincy Jones

    Here are some of the tragedies, trials, and tribulations that legendary musician, producer, and arranger Quincy Jones has faced during his lifetime.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • Mary Mara smilimg

    This Was Mary Mara's Final Movie Role Before Her Tragic Death

    Mary Mara acted throughout her life; she appeared on stage, on TV, and in film. As for film, Mara's final role was in 2020, in this Shane Stanley movie.

    By William Kennedy Read More
  • Falco in 1970

    The Tragic 1998 Death Of Falco Explained

    Most artists have ebbs and flows in their careers, sometimes achieving a flash of success that's sadly followed by relative obscurity, even tragedy.

    By Aaron Homer Read More
  • The exterior of Wards 32 and 33 at East Birmingham Hospital during the 1978 smallpox outbreak

    The Tragic Story Of The Last Known Person To Die From Smallpox

    Thanks to a massive worldwide campaign, smallpox is now a thing of the past. Here's the tragic story of the last known person to die from smallpox.

    By Sarah Crocker Read More
  • Cheryl Crane, 1958

    The Tragic Life Of Lana Turner's Daughter, Cheryl Crane

    On the surface, it seems as though being the child of a Hollywood superstar would be pretty nifty -- but the reality, too often, is much darker.

    By Leslie Veliz Read More
  • Prince with microphone

    Prince's Close Brush With Death Just Days Before His Tragic Demise

    As details emerged after his death, it became clear that rock superstar Prince had been living with, and medicating, significant physical pain.

    By Jesse Gormley Read More
  • Barbara Eden

    The Tragic 2001 Death Of Barbara Eden's Only Child

    She played a magical creature, able to solve all manner of problems, on TV, but in real life, Barbara Eden had to cope with unspeakable tragedy.

    By Wendy Mead Read More
  • Ulysses S. Grant

    The Tragic 1885 Death Of Ulysses S. Grant

    Ulysses S. Grant is widely credited with bringing victory to the Union during the American Civil War, as well as serving two terms as president.

    By Matt Reigle Read More
  • Sylvester Stallone and son Sage Stallone

    Who Discovered The Tragic 2012 Death Of Sylvester Stallone's Son?

    Sage Stallone was just 36 in 2012 when he died of a heart attack. Here's who discovered the tragic death of Sylvester Stallone's son.

    By Luke Holden Read More
  • Tom Hanks in West Hollywood

    Tragic Details About Tom Hanks

    Tom Hanks is always willing to please and make others smile, but he has experienced some adversity. Here are a few tragic details about Tom Hanks.

    By Paris L. Read More
  • Peter Bogdanovich in 2014

    Inside The Tragic Relationship Between Dorothy Stratten And Peter Bogdanovich

    Dorothy Stratten and director Peter Brogdanovich had an affair before the Playboy starlet was murdered. Here is a look into the ill-fated relationship.

    By Leslie Veliz Read More
  • Type O Negative band photo

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Type O Negative

    The Drab Four's music was an outlet for some dark, almost unreal experiences. These are the tragic real-life stories of the genre-bending band Type O Negative

    By Elizabeth Rayne Read More
  • Paul Newman

    Inside The Tragic 1978 Death Of Paul Newman's Son

    In 1978, after years of experiencing drugs, alcohol, and depression, Scott Newman died at the age of 28. So how did it happen? Here's the story.

    By Luke Holden Read More
  • Peter Scott-Morgan talking

    The Tragic Death Of The English Scientist Known As The World's First Human Cyborg

    Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan, the first human cyborg, passed away on June 22, 2022.

    By Jean Mendoza Read More
  • Mick Fleetwood smiling

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Mick Fleetwood

    Mick Fleetwood was one-fifth of one of the most famous bands of all time. Known for their own drama, Fleetwood also dealt with personal tragedy.

    By Marta Zabo Read More
  • Andy Warhol glasses side view

    Inside The Tragic Friendship Of Andy Warhol And Jean-Michel Basquiat

    For more than half a decade, pop artist Andy Warhol and neo-expressionist graffiti master Jean-Michel Basquiat enjoyed a fruitful collaboration.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • vivian vance smiling

    Tragic Real-Life Details About Ethel And Fred Mertz From I Love Lucy

    William Frawley and Vivian Vance became famous for their "I Love Lucy" roles, but they led fascinating lives before and after they played Fred and Ethel Mertz.

    By DB Kelly Read More
  • Metallica thanks the crowd

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Metallica

    Metallica's members are metal royalty, but they're no strangers to suffering. Here are some of the tragedies and setbacks the band has faced over the years.

    By Jesse Clark Read More
  • Actor Clark Gable

    The Tragic 1960 Death Of Clark Gable Explained

    Clark Gable was the undisputed king of Hollywood, with an Oscar-winning career stretching across decades. Although his work lives on, Gable died too soon.

    By Wendy Mead Read More
  • Dwayne Johnson smiling

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Dwayne Johnson

    Now a highly paid and incredibly prolific film star, Dwayne Johnson's path in life was rarely easy. Here is the tragic real-life story of Dwayne Johnson.

    By DB Kelly Read More
  • Truganini

    The Tragic True Story Of Truganini: The Last Tasmanian Aboriginal

    During her life, Truganini watched her world completely and utterly transform. This is the tragic true story of Truganini: the last Tasmanian Aboriginal.

    By Marina Manoukian Read More
  • My Chemical Romance at awards event

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of My Chemical Romance

    My Chemical Romance spawned as a result of a major catastrophe. Here are the tragic moments that both helped define MCR and make them stronger.

    By Erich B. Anderson Read More
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