The Tragic Death Of The Fastest Woman On Earth
Combs was highly experienced and knew what she was doing but couldn't prevent a mechanical failure when she was chasing a world record in Oregon.
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The Tragic Death Of Astronaut Gus Grissom
In the story of NASA, one of the worst disasters in the department's history happened on solid ground. As NASA reports, on January 27, 1967, a fire during a preflight test for the Apollo 1 mission took the lives of astronauts Gus Grissom, Edward White, and Roger Chaffee.
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The Tragic Death Of 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper
"Rowdy" Roddy Piper was one of the biggest WWE personalities of the 1980s. Why? Because everyone loved to hate this hot-headed, fearless star. He battled the likes of Hulk Hogan and Mr. T in the ring, and had quite the prolific career on the other side of the ropes as well.
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The Tragic Fate Of America's First Modern Singer-Songwriter
New Hampshire-born Connie Converse is considered to be the first modern singer-songwriter. She settled among the beatniks and bohemians in New York City's Greenwich Village in the 1950s, writing hauntingly raw lyrics over guitar melodies.
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Magnus Hirschfeld: The Tragic Story Of A Gay Rights Pioneer
The Nazis may have Magnus Hirschfeld's Institute for Sexual Sciences, but his legacy lives on in the continued battle for LGBT rights.
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George Washington's Tragic Death Explained
George Washington died suddenly on December 14, 1799, just two years after he left office as the first President of the United States.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Warrant's Jani Lane
For many people, Jani Lane was the ultimate hair metal frontman. This is the tragic real-life story of Warrant's Jani Lane.
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The Tragic Childhood Of Axl Rose
And though Axl Rose's childhood isn't an excuse for any unpalatable behavior he may have exhibited, it certainly gives us a little insight into the trouble he's had in his past.
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The Tragic Life Of Roy Orbison
In 1965, after more than a decade of struggling to become the musician he dreamed of being and joining the ranks of the budding rock 'n' roll royalty, Roy Orbison began to see his fame fade...
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The Tragic Story Of Lucille Ball's Son, Desi Arnaz Jr.
Desi Arnaz Jr. might not ring a bell at all to the younger generations, but being the child of a famous couple keeps you in the spotlight -- and being in the spotlight often means trouble.
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The Tragic Death Of Jeff Buckley
Jeff Buckley was a unique talent whose career was only beginning to take off before a bad decision cost him his life. Here is the story of his tragic death.
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The Tragic Childhood Of Dennis Rodman
Rodman had hard times. If you were to spot him as a kid, you'd never know that he'd someday be shooting hoops for the NBA. His childhood goes far beyond everyday hardships, which makes his story of success all the more fantastic.
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The Tragic True Story Of 'Ax Handle Saturday'
Where were the police? "They were there," Yates insisted, "but it appeared as though they were there to protect the people who were beating us."
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The Tragic Childhood Of The Who's Pete Townshend
All four members of The Who had significant moments of tragedy and tribulation throughout their lives, but guitarist and singer Pete Townshend's childhood had a series of particularly sad and disturbing moments.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Froggy From The Little Rascals
One of the most memorable characters from the Little Rascals was Froggy, a cranky little boy with a croaking voice reminiscent of a frog.
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The Tragic Death Of Kimbo Slice
The name Kimbo Slice became synonymous with "I wouldn't want to get hit by that guy" back in the early 2000s.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of The Library Of Alexandria
The Royal Library of Alexandria was a wonder of the ancient world, built to house all knowledge. Nevertheless, tragedy struck the Great Library and all of its invaluable manuscripts were lost. But how could such a thing happen? Read on for the tragic fate of the Library of Alexandria.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Gram Parsons
Gram Parsons was a guitarist and singer who, as a member of the Byrds and Flying Burrito Brothers, along with his solo releases, helped invent "country rock".
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The Tragic Disappearance Of Sean Flynn
Sean and fellow journalist Dana Stone were captured by elements of the Viet Cong and the North Vietnamese Army while on assignment for Time magazine in Cambodia on April 6, 1970.
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The Tragic Life Of America's Best Forgotten Author
Barbara showed an intense talent for the written word from a young age, as reported by The Guardian. She taught herself how to read, much like other children learn to walk, and by age 4 her tiny form was carting her father's typewriter back to her room so she could write.
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The Tragic True Story Of The Great Chicago Fire
The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 burned for three days. Legend says it began in a Mrs. O'Leary's barn when her cow kicked over a lamp.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Jared Leto
Ah, the enigma that is Jared Leto. Some think of him fondly as teen stud Jordan Catalano on the popular '90s TV show My So-Called Life. Others are fans of his band, Thirty Seconds to Mars. More recently, he starred as the Joker. But his real life hasn't been easy. Here's Jared Leto's story.
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Patty Duke's Tragic Real-Life Story
Patty Duke's colorful career in acting spanned across seven decades, earned herself 13 awards, and even won herself an Oscar for The Miracle Worker. As Patty Duke struggled with bipolar disorder, addiction, and personal loss, she became a strong mental health advocate and a powerful memoirist.
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The Tragic Story Of The Triplets From Three Identical Strangers
Three identical twins, separated at birth, living in three households. One bizarre experiment. Sitcom or disturbing reality?
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Evita
Eva Perón, better-known as Evita had more tragic life story than many realize.
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The Tragic Death Of Quiet Riot's Frankie Banali
USA Today reported that Banali died in Los Angeles, with his wife, Regina, and daughter, Ashley, beside him. Regina characterized Frankie's cancer fight as "an inspiringly brave and courageous 16-month battle to the end," related Louder Sound.
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