Tragic Stories About U2
Alongside the hits and sold-out concerts, there have been dark spots for Bono, the Edge, and their bandmates. Here is the tragic real-life story of U2.
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What The Last Few Days Of Amy Winehouse's Life Were Like
When singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse's death was announced on July 23, 2011, the news was more sad than shocking, as she'd been on the brink of recovery.
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The Tragic Reason A Missouri Town Was Evacuated And Then Completely Destroyed
The United States has its share of ghost towns. However, Times Beach, Missouri, is a ghost town that bears few similarities to others. This it its story.
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The Tragic Death Of Anton Yelchin
At only 27 years old, "Star Trek Beyond" actor Anton Yelchin died in a freak accident in his driveway in Los Angeles in June 2016, at the height of his fame.
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John Hutchinson: The Tragic Death Of David Bowie's Guitarist
Confirmed by the David Bowie Twitter account, John Hutchinson, famous for being David Bowie's collaborator, died on Saturday after a long period of illness.
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The Tragic Story Of The Inca Civil War
The collapse of the Inca Empire lies in a civil war that pitted brother against brother. This is the tragic story of the Inca Civil War.
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The Tragic Death Of Marie Curie
Discovering and isolating two new elements, Marie Curie didn't know her work would ultimately lead to her death.
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Ruth Ellis: The Tragic True Story Of The Last Woman Executed In The UK
Ruth Ellis shot David Blakely four times before "calmly" handing her gun to an off-duty police officer. She then asked the man, "Will you please arrest me?"
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Simone Biles
Biles said, "Growing up, me and my siblings were so focused on food because we didn't have a lot." Neighbors were concerned about Biles and her three siblings.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Buster Keaton
Buster Keaton could delight audiences without uttering a single word. But the film star experienced his fair share of hard knocks - literally. Here are a few.
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The Sad Story Of The Lottery-Winning Slave Who Couldn't Buy His Family's Freedom
Most slaves seeking freedom had to rely on the kindness of their owners or incredible good luck, which was the case with a man named Denmark Vesey.
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The Tragic Death Of Susan Peters
Susan Peters was a successful actress in the 1940s who was happily married and on her way to being a leading lady when a freak accident changed everything.
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The Tragic Death Of Billy Preston
Billy Preston, the prolific keys player who had been referred to as the fifth Beatle, died in 2006 after spending seven months in a coma.
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Tragic Details About Legendary Olympians
An Olympic win does not translate to a perfect past, present, or future. Here are some tragic details about legendary Olympians.
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The Tragic Death Of Paul Butterfield
Paul Butterfield was enamored with Chicago's predominantly Black blues music scene of the late '50s, which introduced him to a lot of his musical inspirations.
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The Tragic Death Of The Firstborn Marx Brother
One of the ongoing rumors regarding the Marx Brothers was that another brother that had died in infancy. This was written off by many as a myth until 1999.
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The Tragic Death Of Bane Bassist Brendan 'Stu' Maguire
After a pancreatic cancer diagnosis in September 2019, Brendan "Stu" Maguire, a former bass player for the band Bane, died on June 28.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Edith Piaf
Edith Piaf's life and music were filled with sadness, tragedy, glamour, and triumph, and were so quintessentially French.
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Action Movie Stars Who Suffered The Most Tragic Deaths
Whether an actor dies in an accident, succumbs to illness, or overdoses, it's a tragic loss. Discover some action movie stars who suffered tragic deaths.
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The Tragic Life And Death Of Empress Sisi Of Austria
Empress Elisabeth of Austria, aka "Sisi," never wanted to be empress but never had a choice. This is the tragic life and death of Empress Sisi.
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The Tragic True Story Of TWA Flight 800
The world was left reeling after an airplane exploded minutes after it left JFK Airport on July 17, 1996. This is the tragic true story of TWA Flight 800.
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The Tragic Death Of Robin Gibb
Robin Gibb was a music industry survivor, working alongside his brothers in the Bee Gees for decades. Unfortunately, his career was cut short at the age of 62.
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The Tragic Deaths Of Jerry Lee Lewis' Sons
Piano rocker Jerry Lee Lewis rose to fame in the 1950s, and he was one of the early rock 'n' roll artists at the genre's inception.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Perry Como
Perry Como was well-liked, but that doesn't mean the iconic crooner simply coasted through life. This is the tragic real-life story of Perry Como.
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The Tragic Death Of Jackie Robinson's Son
Jackie Robinson endured countless incidents of racism and hate, but one of the most difficult things he ever experienced was saying goodbye to his son.
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The Tragic Death Of Irving Lee Pulling
Irving Lee Pulling's parents were convinced his playing Dungeons & Dragons led to his suicide — but the case is more often viewed now as '80s moral panic.
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A Look At Donald Harvey's Tragic Childhood
Although a tragic childhood never excuses heinous crime, it's often a point of interest among social scientists and the public — such as with Donald Harvey.
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