The Tragic Real-Life Story Of The Who
There are few bands as iconic as The Who. Here is the tragic real-life story of The Who.
Read More-
-
The Tragic Life And Death Of The World's First Movie Star
Florence Lawrence is often labeled as the first movie star in history, but in her personal life, she struggled against depression, heartbreak, and disease.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi is a household name. But the members of this group have suffered their fair share of setbacks. Here’s the tragic real-life story of Bon Jovi.
Read More -
The Tragic Death Of Ernest Hemingway
There's no question that Ernest Hemingway was one of the 20th Century's professional manly men. So it's a shame that he met such a sad end.
Read More -
The Tragic Death Of George Gershwin
Born in 1898 in Brooklyn, Jacob Bruskin Gershowitz (for such was his name) was identified early as a genuine musical prodigy. Here's how he died.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Rush
Rush's songs speak to the mind and the heart. The band also sings from a place of empathy, as its individual members have endured a lot of pain and struggle over the years. Here's the tragic real-life story of Rush.
Read More -
The Tragic Death Of Margaret Tudor
Who among us, some idle summer afternoon, hasn't thought, "Wouldn't it be cool to be King (or Queen)?" Or just royal. For Margaret Tudor, it may have contributed to her death.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Phil Hartman
You might remember Phil Hartman from SNL, The Simpsons, or NewsRadio. But his life was beset with heartbreak, and it ended with an unspeakable tragedy. Here's a look at the all-too-brief and incredibly tragic life of Phil Hartman.
Read More -
The Tragic Life And Death Of Guy Fawkes
Apparently he was a pretty fair soldier, but as a domestic terrorist, he was lacking. Guy Fawkes, born in 1570 in York, England, didn't even start out Catholic -- but by the end of his tragic life, he would be sentenced to death as one.
Read More -
The Tragic Life Of Charles Darwin
You know Charles Darwin as the father of evolution, but he was also a complex person who lived a life of tragedy, suffering, and self-doubt.
Read More -
The Story Of Elvis Presley's Tragic Death
He was the King of Rock n' Roll in life, but his death was anything but distinguished. According to musical legend Leonard Bernstein, Elvis was the "greatest cultural force in the 20th century." But he died too young.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Oscar Wilde
Even though Oscar Wilde was skilled with words, he couldn't write enough to ward off death, disease, and betrayal.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Carlos Santana
Life hasn't been easy for Carlos Santana. In fact, it's been a long and bumpy road to legendary status for the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.
Read More -
The Tragic Truth Of Hawaii's Leprosy Colony
Today we refer to leprosy as Hansen's disease, named for the Norwegian physician who first identified the causative agent back in 1873. But the disease itself has been around for millennia -- with indications found in human remains dating back to around 2000 BCE.
Read More -
The Tragic Death Of Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo’s work is known for portraying both magical realism and suffering. And speaking of suffering, Kahlo had an incredibly hard life, and while she was a talented artist, she died a pretty tragic death.
Read More -
The Tragic Truth Of Margaret Tudor's Marriage History
While King Henry VIII's infamous series of unhappy couplings often gets the lion's share of the spotlight, he wasn't the only Tudor who was getting into matrimonial trouble. His sister, Margaret Tudor, had quite the track record of her own when it came to scandal at the altar.
Read More -
The Tragic Lives And Deaths Of Jack The Ripper's Victims
Everyone knows the name Jack the Ripper ... but what about the names of his victims? Who were these poor women?
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Eartha Kitt
Eartha Kitt was a phenomenal performer. But her career was full of ups and downs, and despite her fame, Kitt’s life was pretty tragic.
Read More -
The Tragic Death Of John Wayne
You could probably call him Marion and he'd answer, since that was his name at birth. But he died "John Wayne." Here's how it all went down, partner.
Read More -
The Tragic Death Of Rudyard Kipling's Son, John
Rudyard Kipling gave us classic stories like 'The Jungle Book,' but in World War I, the man suffered a devastating tragedy: the tragic death of his son, John.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of James Taylor
James Taylor has created emotional and soothing jams, but his life has been far from smooth. So let's take a look at the tragic life of James Taylor.
Read More -
The Tragic True Story Of The Charge Of The Light Brigade
There's an epic poem about the Charge of the Light Brigade by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, England's Poet Laureate. It's pretty thrilling, with lines like: Theirs not to make reply, / Theirs not to reason why, / Theirs but to do & die, / Into the valley of Death / Rode the six hundred.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Ringo Starr
Even though he was a member of the Beatles, Ringo Starr’s success hasn’t saved him from the upsetting, depressing, and unseemly side of life.
Read More -
The Tragic Death Of Explorer Kit Carson
Christopher Houston "Kit" Carson was a prime example of Old West survival skills. Until he died, that is.
Read More -
The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse's private life was as troubled as her music game was strong.
Read More -
The Tragic Story Of Eliot Ness
Eliot Ness was a Prohibition agent working in Chicago. In his 20s, handsome, and with a knack for providing good newspaper quotes, Ness led a team that really did put a crimp on the bootlegging business. Then things turned tragic.
Read More -
The Tragic History Of Las Vegas
From the mob to the atomic bomb, here’s the tragic history of Las Vegas.
Read More
