Tragic Real-Life Stories

Dennis Rodman's Tragic Real-Life Story

It's hard to forget all the bizarre things Dennis Rodman has done, but perhaps there's more to the story of all that acting out.

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Bob Marley's Tragic Real-Life Story

Few figures have inspired the world as much as Bob Marley. His strong beliefs were the product of his upbringing. Here's Bob Marley's tragic real-life story.

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Jake 'The Snake' Roberts' Tragic Real-Life Story

Jake "The Snake" Roberts, born Aurelian Smith Jr., has entertained millions of wrestling fans with his creepy antics, giant snake, and top-notch mullet.

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The Sex Pistols' Tragic Real-Life Story

Into the wildness of the '70s scene stepped the Sex Pistols. But all was not well with the band. This is the tragedy of the Sex Pistols.

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The Beatles' Tragic Real-Life Story

The Beatles' career was fraught with difficulty. Here's the Beatles' tragic story.

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Marlon Brando's Tragic Real-Life Story

Marlon Brando was one of the greatest actors of all time, but beneath all the fame was a life marked by misery. Marlon Brando's life incorporated tragedy and a seemingly perennial decline, almost a paradox for a widely acclaimed actor. But Marlon Brando managed to find genius in his tragedy.

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Axl Rose's Tragic Real-Life Story

Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose's volatile personality feeds his songs and onstage persona, and a tragic life keeps fueling Rose's appetite for controversy.

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Eric Clapton's Tragic Real-Life Story

Great art often comes at a steep price. Here's the true, tragic story of how Eric Clapton made it to where he is today.

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AC/DC's Tragic Real-Life Story

Anyone who knows anything about music knows AC/DC — whether they want to admit it or not. Here's the tragic, real-life story of AC/DC.

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Fiona Apple's Tragic Real-Life Story

She has a tragic story.

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Freddie Mercury's Tragic Real-Life Story

Freddie Mercury's life was tragic, but it was phenomenal, too.

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The Grateful Dead's Tragic Real-Life Story

The Grateful Dead was one of the most popular jam bands of the late 20th century. But their story wasn't exactly a happy one.

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The Beach Boys' Tragic Real-Life Story

The Beach Boys were a huge part of the soundtrack of the '60s. But their story isn't exactly a happy one.

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Andre The Giant's Tragic Real-Life Story

Andre the Giant became a wrestling legend in the 1970s and '80s. Despite his resume, Andre perpetually battled health problems and unwanted attention.

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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.

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Sloth's Tragic Real-Life Story

You know John Matuszak from The Goonies, but you might not know about the wildly reckless behavior that led to his untimely death at the age of 38.

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The Long List Of Stars Who Died At Age 27

Once you realize just how many celebrities have died at the age of 27, it gets a little distressing, particularly if you happen to be 26.

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Pranks Gone Wrong That Accidentally Killed People

Sometimes pranks that people thought would be cool turn out to be cruel, and even occasionally backfire with deadly consequences.

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The Tragic History Of People At Niagara Falls

While most people who visit Niagara Falls are content to stand back and watch, there are some who tragically take it a step further.

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