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Tragic Real-Life Stories

  • Actor Lucille Ball in the 1950s

    The Tragic Childhood Of Lucille Ball

    Actress Lucille Ball was born on August 6, 1911, in Jamestown, New York, and before making it big, she faced quite a few tragedies in her younger years.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 6 months ago Read More
  • David Johansen with his reflection in a mirror

    The Tragedy Of New York Dolls Singer David Johansen Explained

    New York Dolls singer David Johansen died on February 28, 2025 after almost a decade of illness, and he faced many tragedies throughout his life.

    By DB Kelly 6 months ago Read More
  • Tom Petty smiles on stage while wearing sunglasses and a grey suit and playing a red guitar

    What Tom Petty's Final Performance Was Really Like

    Singer-songwriter Tom Petty died on October 2, 2017 at age 66 of an accidental drug overdose. It was just one week after his final performance on September 25.

    By Kelly Kuehn 6 months ago Read More
  • Stevie Ray Vaughn playing guitar

    '80s Musicians Who Died In Bizarre Ways

    Being a musician isn't always easy, and it can also be very dangerous. In the 1980s, plenty ended up dying in some pretty bizarre ways.

    By Joshua McCoy 6 months ago Read More
  • Morgan Freeman giving his tribute to Gene Hackman at the 2025 Oscar Awards

    The Touching Tribute Morgan Freeman Delivered At The 2025 Oscars

    At the 2025 Oscars, Morgan Freeman gave a heartfelt tribute to fellow actor Gene Hackman, who was found dead in his home on February 26, 2025.

    By Elisabeth Ford 6 months ago Read More
  • Gene Hackman at premiere of The Royal Tenebaums

    The Hidden Truth Of Gene Hackman

    Actor Gene Hackman starred in some of Hollywood's most iconic films from the 1960s through the 1990s, and his life's hidden truths were just as extraordinary.

    By Brent Furdyk 6 months ago Read More
  • Dr. Dre performing on stage

    What You Didn't Know About The Death Of Dr. Dre's Brothers

    Dr. Dre had four siblings — one half-sister, one step-brother, and two half-brothers. The latter two both died tragically, and their deaths affect Dre today.

    By Richard Milner 6 months ago Read More
  • matthew perry smiling at event in 2022

    Things That Came Out About Matthew Perry After He Died

    Matthew Perry was open about his struggles with substance abuse, but the things that came out about him after he died were still shocking and sad.

    By Brian Boone 7 months ago Read More
  • Elvis Presley performing in the 1970s

    Were These Elvis Presley's Final Words?

    Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 of a heart attack caused by a combination of drugs. His final words were to his fiance, Ginger Alden.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 7 months ago Read More
  • gabby petito looking into camera in van in american murder: gabby petito

    Disturbing Details Revealed In Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito

    In 2021, a young woman disappeared while on a cross country trip with her boyfriend, and new details are revealed in Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito.

    By Brian Boone 7 months ago Read More
  • Carol Lombard posing on an armchair

    Actors Tragically Killed In Plane Crashes

    Plane crashes are rare and tragic, and sometimes tragically claim the lives of people for whom drama is a livelihood. Here are some of the actors we've lost.

    By Mike Floorwalker 7 months ago Read More
  • Miles Teller posing in a Hawaiian shirt

    The Tragedy Of Miles Teller Explained

    "Whiplash" and "Top Gun: Maverick" star Miles Teller has experienced a number of tragedies, including a near-fatal car accident that almost derailed his career.

    By Mina Nakatani 7 months ago Read More
  • Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ronnie Van Zant

    Were These The Tragic Final Words Of Ronnie Van Zant?

    Led Zeppelin singer Ronnie Van Zant died in a plane crash October 20, 1977 at age 29. There are two accounts of his reported last words.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 7 months ago Read More
  • young Wolfgang Van Halen hugging Eddie Van Halen and older Wolfgang with beard

    The Tragedy Of Wolfgang Van Halen Explained

    Wolfgang Van Halen, the son of legendary rocker Eddie Van Halen, has lived quite the life, and he's experienced his fair share of tragedy.

    By S. Flannagan 7 months ago Read More
  • Janis Joplin smiling and holding an instrument

    The Tragic Death Of Janis Joplin

    Aside from belting it out onstage with unbridled passion, Janis Joplin didn't hold anything back offstage when it came to her larger-than-life persona.

    By Lorenzo Tanos 7 months ago Read More
  • Village People

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of The Village People

    The Village People made some of the happiest music ever, with hits like "Y.M.C.A." Here are the tragic stories of the individuals behind the Village People.

    By Brian Boone 8 months ago Read More
  • Chester Bennington giving peace sign in sunglasses

    Video Taken Hours Before Chester Bennington's Death Makes Us Miss Him Even More

    Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington died by suicide on July 20, 2017, and the final video of him hours before his death is heartbreaking.

    By Richard Milner 8 months ago Read More
  • Billy Bob Thornton smiling in a black hat with a goatee

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Billy Bob Thornton

    Despite a long, storied, and successful career in Hollywood, the tragic real-life story of actor Billy Bob Thornton hasn't always been a smooth ride.

    By Boshika Gupta 8 months ago Read More
  • osmond brothers in early 1970s

    The Tragedy Of The Osmond Family Explained

    Despite their decades-spanning success, the Osmonds have experienced a string of tragedies ranging from childhood health problems to heartbreaking deaths.

    By Brian Boone 8 months ago Read More
  • Fred Astaire and Phyllis Potter smile with their daughter

    The Tragic Death Of Fred Astaire's First Wife, Phyllis

    The Astaire family seemed destined for a happy ending. By the mid-`50s, however, that was no longer the case, as his wife Phyllis tragically died.

    By William Kennedy 8 months ago Read More
  • Jimi Hendrix playing guitar on stage

    What The Final Year Of Jimi Hendrix's Life Was Really Like

    A guitar virtuoso and legendary performer, Jimi Hendrix died young and at the height of his fame. The last year of his life was a hell of a rollercoaster.

    By Kathy Benjamin 8 months ago Read More
  • Bruce Lee performing a move with his hands in

    Things That Came Out About Bruce Lee After He Died

    Bruce Lee had become a household name well before he suddenly died in 1973, but a few things about the martial arts superstar came out after his death.

    By Kathy Benjamin 8 months ago Read More
  • dimebag darrell red lit playing guitar

    Performers Who Died In Front Of Their Audiences

    Performing before a live audience can be nerve-wracking, but usually the fear is only in the mind. But for a few performers, it was their last living act.

    By Brian Boone 9 months ago Read More
  • Chicago band backstage early 1980s

    The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Chicago

    As one of rock's biggest-selling groups, Chicago is one of the most enduring bands of all time. But their start and journey has been full of ups and downs.

    By Brian Boone 9 months ago Read More
  • Whitney Houston smiling in black dress

    Things That Don't Make Sense About Whitney Houston's Death

    Whitney Houston died on February 11, 2012, after tragically drowning in her hotel bathtub. Years later, people still point to curious things about the incident.

    By S. Flannagan 9 months ago Read More
  • Jeff Buckley sings on stage with a guitar in his hands

    '90s Musicians Who Died In Bizarre Ways

    These stars of the 1990s music scene died in ways bizarre ways, from freak accidents in their homes to shocking murders in front of live audiences.

    By Kelly Kuehn 9 months ago Read More
  • Rosemary Clooney in fur coat

    The Tragic True Story Of Rosemary Clooney

    Rosemary Clooney was a singer and star for the ages. Despite her popularity and talent, she struggled to get to Hollywood and then climb her way back up again.

    By Laura Kelly 9 months ago Read More
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