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  • 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
  • Dimebag Darrell posing with guitar

    What The Final Year Of Dimebag Darrell's Life Was Like

    Looking back at the final year in the life of legendary Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell makes his untimely death in December 2024 all the more tragic.

    By Lorenzo Tanos Read More
  • Motorhead's Phil Campbell, Lemmy Kilmister and Mikkey Dee pose for a photo at the Classic Rock Roll of Honour Awards in 2012

    Rock Bands Who Were Never The Same After These Tragedies

    Rock and roll has more than its fair share of drams, emotional highs, and devastating lows. These groups were never the same after tragedy struck.

    By Sergio Pereira Read More
  • ozzy osbourne staring out from throne during rock and roll hall of fame induction

    Famous Musicians Who Have Life-Threatening Illnesses

    The worlds most famous musicians may have an aura of immortality about them, but behind the scenes, a few are dealing with life-threatening illnesses.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Marvin Gaye smiling arms up on stage in red suit

    Things That Came Out About Celebrities After They Were Murdered

    The murder of a celebrity greatly magnifies an already dreadful crime, and the added attention often leads to many more details being revealed afterward.

    By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
  • Natalia Grace in salmon shirt on couch

    Disturbing Details About The Natalia Grace Case

    Adopted as a child from Ukraine, Natalia Grace's early life took her through several foster homes, and numerous disturbing details have since emerged.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • david bowie sneering in suit head cocked

    Final Songs From Musicians That Have Tragic Origins

    Some of these artists knew they were saying goodbye; others thought their best years were yet to come. Either way, their final songs are tinged with tragedy.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Layne Staley with sunglasses

    The Hidden Truth Of Layne Staley

    In the era of grunge music, Alice in Chains' Layne Staley's voice stood out as raw and haunting. Here are some hidden truths about the fallen star.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • halyna hutchins smiling on set of rust in last take documentary

    Things That Came Out After The Rust Shooting Incident

    In October 2021, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was accidentally shot and killed on the set of "Rust." Here's what we've learned in the wake of the tragedy.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • george jones playing guitar on stage and singing into microphone

    Tragic Things Found In Classic Country Musician Autopsies And Death Certificates

    Thanks to post-mortem exams and official records, the world learned tragic new details about these country music legends after their deaths.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Terry Kath shredding a guitar on stage

    '70s Musicians Who Died In Bizarre Ways

    The 1970s were a funky time. The styles and the music left a lasting imprint, but you may not be aware of these '70s musicians who died in bizarre ways.

    By Kathy Benjamin Read More
  • prince with afro and sunglasses smiling at 2015 grammy awards

    What Prince's Final Performance Was Really Like

    On April 14, 2016, the legendary musician Prince took to the stage in Atlanta. The two intimate yet classic concerts would also be his final performances.

    By Brian Boone 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 Read More
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