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Tragic Real-Life Stories

  • Lisa Marie Presley

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Lisa Marie Presley

    Someone like Lisa Marie Presley, the sole child of the King of Rock n' Roll, could have disappeared in her father's shadow, but she didn't. Here's her story.

    By Paris L. January 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Ambassador Brzezinski together with Paul and Tatiana Rusesabagina

    The Tragic True Story Behind Hotel Rwanda

    Is "Hotel Rwanda" an inspiring story of human kindness, or a work of pure fiction? And have the real heroes gone unnoticed?

    By Alice Bennett January 13th, 2023 Read More
  • A huge sea storm

    Tragic Details About The Deadly Bengal Cyclone Of 1876

    Here's the story of the buildup, deadly impact, and harrowing aftermath of the Bengal cyclone of 1876, which ravaged what is now known as Bangladesh.

    By Chris Littlechild January 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Blind Lemon Jefferson with guitar

    The Tragic 1929 Death Of The Father Of Texas Blues, Blind Lemon Jefferson

    Blind Lemon Jefferson, known as the Father of Texas Blues, died tragically in 1929, but the circumstances around his death are murky.

    By Holly Gary January 12th, 2023 Read More
  • TLC smiling in 1995 photoshoot

    TLC: The Tragic Real-Life Story

    TLC is the best selling American girl group in music history. For the three women, while their success marked them as music legends, they have faced trials.

    By Daniel Johnson January 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Kathleen Kennedy smiling

    The Tragic 1948 Death Of The Second Eldest Daughter Of The Kennedy Family, Kathleen Kennedy

    Pres. John F. Kennedy's older sister, Kathleen, lived a life that rebelled against the convention of her family. Here is more about her tragic death in 1948.

    By Jean Mendoza January 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Maurice White smiling beard white panel screen background

    Tragic Details About Earth, Wind & Fire

    Earth, Wind & Fire solidified themselves as one of the greatest music groups of all time. Here are some of the tragic details about Earth, Wind & Fire.

    By Erich B. Anderson January 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Belinda Carlisle smiles

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Belinda Carlisle

    From The Go-Go's to a successful career as a solo artist, Belinda Carlisle seemed to have it all. However, her real-life story is one that's far from perfect.

    By DB Kelly January 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Modest Mouse group photo in 2006

    Tragic Details About Modest Mouse

    Modest Mouse quickly rose in the ranks as a indie group amidst the grunge movement. Their success set them apart, but it also didn't come without tragedy.

    By Becky Stephenson January 6th, 2023 Read More
  • Firestorm in a burning building

    Tragic Details About The Great Hinckley Fire Of 1894

    On September 1, 1894, the town of Hinckley, Minnesota experienced a wildfire that few can rival. Here's the story of the tragic Hinckley fire.

    By Kimberly Smith January 4th, 2023 Read More
  • map of spokane washington

    The Tragic 1946 Spokane Indians Bus Crash

    In June, 1946, a tragedy befell the Western International League baseball team, the Spokane Indians. What happened next is a true show of sportsmanship.

    By Aaron Homer January 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • Leslie Howard staring ahead

    Gone With The Wind Star Leslie Howard's Mysterious And Tragic 1943 Death

    Leslie Howard was a popular stage performer on Broadway before breaking into film. At 50, he still had a bright future ahead of him when his life was cut short.

    By Brian Myers January 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • Actor Jan-Michael Vincent

    The Tragic 2019 Death Of Jan-Michael Vincent

    Jan-Michael Vincent was known for his rugged good looks and piercing blue eyes. After struggling throughout his life, here is more about his tragic 2019 death.

    By Wendy Mead December 31st, 2022 Read More
  • Chris Farley wide-eyed and talking

    Tragic Details About The Friendship Between Chris Farley And Jim Belushi

    "Saturday Night Live" star Chris Farley led a reckless life. Still, Jim Belushi, brother of the late "SNL" star John Belushi, loved the outlandish comedian.

    By Anna Robinson December 31st, 2022 Read More
  • actor William Holden wearing a bowtie

    The Tragic 1981 Death Of Sunset Boulevard Star William Holden

    The tragic 1981 death of Sunset Boulevard star William Holden was a sad and preventable end to the Oscar-winning actor.

    By Andrew Amelinckx December 27th, 2022 Read More
  • police lights

    The Tragic Kidnapping And Death Of Athena Strand

    On November 20, 2022, Athena Strand was abducted from Paradise, Texas by a FedEx driver. Tragically, the incident ended in her death. Here's the story.

    By Leslie Veliz December 27th, 2022 Read More
  • Chris Farley talking into a mic

    The Tragic 1997 Death Of Comedy Legend Chris Farley

    The tragic 1997 death of comedy legend Chris Farley didn't surprise those who knew him well and had watched his struggles with drugs and alcohol.

    By S. Flannagan December 23rd, 2022 Read More
  • Lars Ulrich slightly smiling close-up

    Tragic Details About Lars Ulrich

    Lars Ulrich of Metallica has experienced loss and adversity is his life and career, starting with a shattered athletic dream as a teen new to the United States.

    By Erich B. Anderson December 20th, 2022 Read More
  • Hank Garland playing live

    The Tragic Crash That Ended The Career Of Elvis' Guitarist, Hank Garland

    While Hank Garland may not have the same recognition as many other rock guitarists, his influence on popular music is immeasurable. So what happened to him?

    By Joe Garza December 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Isabelle Dinoire press conference

    The Tragic Story Of The World's First Face Transplant Recipient

    After suffering horrific injuries, Isabelle Dinoire was offered an unexpected lifeline — a radical surgery that had never been attempted before.

    By Alice Bennett December 16th, 2022 Read More
  • Patti LaBelle

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Patti LaBelle

    For every one of Patti LaBelle's successes, there was a failure, and for every accomplishment, there was a loss.

    By Daniel Johnson December 15th, 2022 Read More
  • Jack Nance in Eraserhead

    The Tragic 1996 Death Of Jack Nance

    On December 29, 1996, cult actor Jack Nance got into a fight. The next day, he was dead. Police called it a homicide, but the culprit was never found.

    By Brian Myers December 14th, 2022 Read More
  • Cyndi Lauper smiling close-up in hat portrait

    Tragic Details About Cyndi Lauper

    Her road to stardom was long and filled with horrific incidents of abuse, sexual assault, loss, and depression. Here are some tragic details about Cyndi Lauper.

    By DB Kelly December 13th, 2022 Read More
  • Mick Jones and Joe Strummer staring at camera

    Tragic Details About The Clash

    During the late 1970s and early 1980s, The Clash were on top of the world. The personal and off-record lives of The Clash were just as dramatic.

    By Brian Boone December 12th, 2022 Read More
  • Jasmine Beever with friend

    The Tragic And Unusual 2017 Death Of Jasmine Beever

    Teenager Jasmine Beever compulsively ate her hair, which caused a stomach blockage that eventually led to her death.

    By Leslie Veliz December 10th, 2022 Read More
  • Eating a cockroach

    The Tragic 2012 Death Of A Floridian Cockroach-Eating Competitor

    Food-eating competitions are part of the zeitgeist of American entertainment culture. However, one cockroach-eating contest led to the death of a participant.

    By Leslie Veliz December 10th, 2022 Read More
  • Steph Curry during pregame warm-ups

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Steph Curry

    Stephen Curry is arguably the NBA's best player now. His rise has seemingly been smooth, but he's been beset by personal tragedies, odd injuries, and more.

    By Paris L. December 8th, 2022 Read More
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