DANA HILL - DIABETES
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American actress Dana Hill was remembered for her performance as the character of Audrey Griswold in National Lampoon's European Vacation and for lending her sweet voice as Jerry Mouse in the epic, Tom and Jerry: The Movie. Unfortunately, her fans had no idea at the time that she had been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a little girl. And despite early diabetes treatment, her diabetes-related complications got worse and she left us in 1996 after suffering from paralytic shock at 32. It's sad that such a young soul was lost with such a promising career.
Michelle Thomas
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The beautiful and dashing ebony beauty was known for her role in the '80s hit sitcom, The Cosby Show, as Theo's girlfriend. She also played Myra in Family Matters. She passed away at the tender age of 29, just when her roles were taking on a more serious vibe. Her death was a result of a rare type of cancer, which goes to show that not all celeb deaths are by-products of substance abuse after a failed detox. Dying so young, Michelle likely didn't have the time to draw up a will and testament.
Jonathan Brandis
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Jonathan burst into the Hollywood scene after successful roles in The Neverending Story II and SeaQuest DSV. He then turned to screenwriting and directing. But Jonathan was a troubled young man who decided to take matters into his own hands by committing suicide in 2003. A rumor even surfaced that he had a substance abuse problem before his death, and maybe he would still be alive if he had checked himself into a treatment center in time. We're not certain whether he left behind any will and testament, and no criminal defense attorney has ever stepped forward to claim that he did so.
Nicole DeHuff
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Nicole was at the ripe age of her acting career when she suddenly passed away in 2005. Her husband was devastated that his darling wife, famous for her roles in Meet the Parents and See Arnold Run, was no more. In fact, to honor her memory, he released her final movie, Unbeatable Harold, four years after her death. He certainly loved his wife, and we're sure there was never a discussion of consulting a divorce lawyer in that household. Plus, her stellar acting career made sure that their mortgage refinance and other financial issues were a thing of the past.
Leonard Nimoy
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Leonard was the famous Mr. Spock in the Star Trek TV series of the '60s. He lived a long and prosperous life, passing away in 2015 at 83 years of age. His family even donated part of his estate to charity through their real estate lawyer; just showing how much he invested in his family's future. We only wish he attended a smoking treatment center in time so that his wisdom could still be with us today. You will always be a legend to us, Leonard.
Brad Renfro
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Brad Renfro was a child star in the '90s who burst onto the scene with his role in the 1994 film, The Client. It seemed like Brad was destined for a bright and promising career. But the Hollywood curse of substance abuse got to Brad; who later passed away in 2008 from an overdose.
Judith Eva Barsi
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Judith Barsi was a child star and sweetheart who featured in many TV shows and voice-acted for many animations such as The Land Before Time and All Dogs Go To Heaven. Her tragic death came at the hands of her father, who shot both her and her mother in their sleep in 1988. Her case was further handled by a well-known criminal defense attorney at the time. We just wonder what became of her fortune or if it was in a trust fund as she was a minor.
Holly Lewis
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Holly was born in Nebraska, gifted with a unique and charismatic voice that propelled her to stardom. She did a number of voice-lending projects to movies and games; one notable mention is the popular Rockstar game, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Her cause of death is unknown, but rumors surfaced that it was a car accident and perhaps a car crash lawyer was involved with her case. But one thing we know for sure is that Holly was happily married to her husband, and no divorce lawyer ever set foot on their doorstep.
Heather O'Rourke
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Another Hollywood angel who was taken way too early was the Poltergeist child actor that was discovered by Steven Spielberg when she was only five years old. Heather passed away at the tender age of 12 after a terrible misdiagnosis of intestinal stenosis in 1988. It is so sad that we lost a talented actor. Only God knows where she would have been right now; perhaps owning a large estate and potentially writing a will and testament to ensure her family lives comfortably for the rest of their lives!
Les Lye
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A born and bred Canadian actor, Les was famous for his lead role in the popular TV show, You Can't Do That On Television. He married his first and only wife in 1949, staying with her until the end of his great life in 2009. We don't think the services of a divorce lawyer were ever required in this epic love story!
Fred "ReRun" Berry
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Fred "ReRun" Berry was a lead actor and singer in the popular '70s show, What's Happening?". Fred was one of the few people to make a million before he was 30. But due to his gigantic weight, he suffered a myriad of health problems along the way. His failure to check into a weight loss resort was what led to the escalation of his health issues, and his eventual death in 2003 of a heart attack.
Redd Foxx
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Redd Foxx was one of the pioneers of both standup and sitcom comedy. He was famous for his lead role in Sanford and Son. With more than 60 years of acting, Redd Foxx was one of the leading black entertainers during a time of racial bias and discrimination towards the black community. Redd Foxx died of a heart attack in 1991, so there was no need for a criminal defense attorney to investigate his death any further.
Steve James
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Steve James was a well-renowned martial artist and stuntman. Once considered to be an icon on a similar platform as the legendary Bruce Lee, he starred in a number of films such as American Ninja and The Delta Force. Born and bred in New York, the actor had a strong resistance to a substance abuse lifestyle, and it was shocking to find out he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He passed away in 1993 at 41, and we wish he had visited a cancer treatment center much earlier to potentially save his life.
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Lisa Robin Kelly
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One of the saddest stories of a fatal overdose, Kelly was the sweetheart we loved in the classic sitcom, That 70's Show. Her sudden death at a rehab center in 2013 at age 40 came as a shock to many of us. It brought to light the chilling fact of how various substances destroy the prosperous careers and lives of so many Hollywood actors. Not even her frequent visits to recovery centers and treatment programs were enough to save her.
Antoine Ashley
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Antoine Ashley, later known as Sahara Davenport, was born on December 7, 1984. He became a drag queen from his teen years, before moving on to Hollywood to become a TV personality and celebrity. Sahara's taste for the finer things in life made her amass a large collection of clothes, which her family later donated generously to charities after her demise.
Zoe Lund
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Zoe was a prodigy that Hollywood might never experience again. It's a rare treat to have a celebrity that sings, acts, and even writes their own screenplays! As the screenwriter for Ms.45 and Bad Lieutenant, she enjoyed a prosperous career up to the time of her death on April 16, 1999. And we can't imagine how enormous her wealth was, considering that she was also married to Robert Lund! Her real estate lawyer must have had his hands full settling her estate as well as any mortgage refinance she might have had.
ANDY HALLET - CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE
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Sometimes, the Grim Reaper just finds a way to get to you. Take for example American actor Andrew Hallett. Remember him? Well, the charismatic actor, unfortunately, suffered a dental infection that spiraled out of control! After spending five days in a hospital, it was discovered that he had developed cardiomyopathy. And not even the best health insurance and multiple treatments could save him. Five years later, Andrew was gone. He died of a congestive heart failure and a heart attack in 2009.
CHRISTOPHER PETTIET - OVERDOSE
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Young, charming, and with so much potential ahead of him, Christopher Pettiet's death didn't fail to make his fans weep! The actor, best remembered for his role as Jesse James in The Young Riders, had suffered from a serious substance abuse problem for a better part of his life. And sadly, he was quite stubborn; not checking into a rehab or even visiting a treatment center. So in April of 2000, he died of an accidental overdose at the tender age of 24. May his young soul rest in peace.
DAVID MARGULIES - CANCER
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If David Margulies isn't on your list of the greatest American actors that ever lived, then you need to seriously revise that list! Considered a genius on-screen because of his stellar acting skills, David was highly recognized for his role as the mayor of New York in the series of Ghostbusters movies released in the '80s and '90s. And who could forget his role as the savvy lawyer of kingpin Tony Soprano in The Sopranos? Unfortunately, we lost David to cancer (he died in his apartment in New York) in 2016, aged 78. And not even the finest cancer treatment could save him!
ABE VIGODA - NATURAL CAUSES
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American actor Abe Vigoda might have passed away in January 2016 at 94, but his legacy will certainly live on forever in the realms of Hollywood! Yep, he was famous for playing great American mafias in movies such as The Godfather and Barney Miller. What's funny was that he was reported dead more than once, with 'cancer' and 'substance abuse addiction' as the supposed causes of his transition to the spirit world! And Vigoda took it all with a humorous nature. So what finally got to him? He died of natural causes without visiting any treatment centers in his old age.
GEORGE GAYNES - NATURAL CAUSES
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Perhaps his good-looks were what made actor George Gaynes transition from the Royal Netherlands Navy and move to the U.S. to pursue his dream of performing on Broadway and acting. And he went on to have an enviable career that certainly made him a legend. For starters, he played Commandant Eric Lassard in the Police Academy movies. Then he went on to have an epic role in the sitcom Punky Brewster. And after a series of hospitalizations and treatments (he must have had great health insurance), George died of natural causes in 2016, at the age of 98.
GEORGE KENNEDY - HEART DISEASE
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A legend, actor George Kennedy cemented his life as a Hollywood great, thanks to his long and prosperous acting career. In fact, you probably remember his iconic role as prisoner Dragline in the 1970's Cool Hand Luke where he even won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Sadly, his life wasn't all a bed of roses when it came to the health department, suffering from a series of heart ailments and a heart attack that eventually took his life in 2016. Which makes us realize the importance of heart disease awareness all the more!
MICHU MESZAROS - COMPLICATIONS FROM STROKE & PNEUMONIA
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Hailing from Hungary, Michu Meszaros was quite the iconic actor and circus performer you could never miss! Heck, he even appeared in the popular Pepsi ad opposite Michael Jackson. And standing at only 2 feet and 9 inches tall, he was best known for his role in the TV show, ALF. Sadly, Meszaros suffered a heart attack in 2008 that led to further complications and heart disease. He eventually died of complications in 2016.
ANDY WHITFIELD - NON-HODGKIN LYMPHOMA
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If you recently decided to binge-watch Spartacus: Blood and Sand, then you wouldn't miss seeing the handsome Andy Whitfield whose promising acting career was suddenly cut short due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2011. And despite undergoing medical treatment to stop cancer from spreading, it was too late for Andy. Not even his great health insurance coverage could save him, and he sadly died at the age of 39.
TONY BURTON - COMPLICATIONS FROM PNEUMONIA
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Born with a talent for sporting, Anthony Tony Burton was an American boxer, football player, and actor best remembered for playing Tony "Duke" Evers in the Rocky movies. Due to his amazing skill, he was even awarded the State Golden Gloves Light Heavyweight Championship in 1957. Towards the last years of his life, Burton was in and out of the hospital due to pneumonia and died in 2016, aged 78. Thankfully, Burton's long and prosperous acting career was never tainted with substance abuse issues or even checked into a rehabilitation center!
SKYE McCOLE BARTUSIAK - ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE
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Skye McCole Bartusiak was an American actress who began her career at such a young age; showcasing herself in movies such as Boogeyman, Beyond the Prairie: The True Story of Laura Ingalls, as well as Kill Your Darlings. In fact, there were rumors of substance abuse not to mention that the young actress suffered from a drinking problem too. As it turned out, the rumors were true as she died of an accidental overdose at the young age of only 21. It was quite sad that she never checked herself into a rehabilitation center.
DAVID STRICKLAND - SUICIDE
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Who can forget American actor David Strickland's epic performance in the popular sitcom Suddenly Susan that was the talk of the town from 1996 until 2000? Tragically, the young Strickland committed suicide in 1999. He checked himself into a hotel room and was later found hanging by the hotel desk clerk! After an investigation was done, it was later discovered that a substance abuse issue had played a role in his sudden death. Sadly, he never checked into a rehabilitation center in time.
WINDELL MIDDLEBROOKS - PULMONARY EMBOLISM
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One of the most iconic American actors who appeared in quite a number of commercials, Windell Middlebrooks was famous for Miller High Life beer ads, and TV shows like Hannah Montana and Body Proof. Despite having a promising career, the young actor never got to fulfill his epic Hollywood stardom, dying in 2015. He died of a pulmonary embolism in a Los Angeles hospital, aged 36. No matter how great his health insurance was, it was not enough to save his life!
NATHANIEL MARSTON - TRAFFIC COLLISION
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American actor Nathaniel Marston was best known for his role in shows like One Life to Live and Dr. Michael McBain, starring alongside talents such as Angelina Jolie in Love is All There Is. There were also speculations that Marson had struggled with addiction, though there was no evidence or record of treatment centers ever found. And all that was put to rest when he was involved in a car accident that left him in a critical condition until his sudden death at age 40.
BEN WOOLF - STROKE
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Considered one of the unique actors, Ben Woolf appeared in quite a number of movies in his time, but his greatest double roles came in American Horror Story where he played Meep and Infantata. Sadly, Woolf's life came to an abrupt end when he died due to a stroke coming from a head injury after being involved in a traffic accident much earlier on. He died in 2015 at 34, but his great skills will live on forever. It was also no surprise that he had such a modest net worth at the time of his death.
SUZANNE CROUGH - CARDIOMYOPATHY
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Who can forget American actress Suzanne Crough? We all love her in the 1970s show, The Partridge Family. In fact, her last known appearance was on the TV show, Children of Divorce, after which, the actor threw in the towel on her acting career and retired. She died suddenly in her home due to cardiomyopathy at the age of 52, in 2015. And perhaps if she would have gotten health treatment earlier on, she would still be alive today!
NATASHA RICHARDSON - TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY
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Natasha Richardson was the wife of Hollywood star, Liam Neeson. She was also quite a famous actress in her own right, was a Tony Award winner for her epic performance in Broadway's Cabaret, and appeared in Nell and Parent Trap. Sadly, the Grim Reaper came for her without warning, for she had a horrendous skiing accident in 2009. She died of a fatal brain injury a few days later. Not even the finest doctors around could prevent her demise.
KIMBO SLICE - CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE
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Kevin Ferguson, better known as Kimbo Slice, was one of the most prolific mixed martial artist street fighters who had quite a successful career in the UFC. Not only was he a great fighter but an actor as well! He died on June 6, 2016, as a result of sudden heart failure, a few hours after he was diagnosed with a mass in his liver. He passed away at the age of 42 and we only hope his last will and testament catered to his family pretty well!
PETE BURNS - CARDIAC ARREST
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Dead or Alive was one of the most famous bands of our time, making amazing songs such as You Spin Me Round. The lead singer was Pete Burns who founded the famous pop band. Sadly, however, he was addicted to cosmetic surgeries that resulted in quite a number of health problems for him. He died on October 23, 2016. And you can only guess what caused it - cardiac arrest. It was a surprise that all his health problems stemmed from the surgical procedures he had in his past.
ANTON YELCHIN - TRAUMATIC ASPHYXIA
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Before actor Anton Yelchin went full-throttle into the acting business, he was already a member of The Hammerheads. However, Hollywood fans remember him for his role as Pavel Chekov in the Star-Trek films, and we all loved him in that! Sadly, he died on June 19, 2016, as a result of traumatic asphyxia after he was crushed to death by his own Jeep! What was even sadder was that he passed away before the showing of the film Star Trek Beyond. We only hope he had written his last will and testament before his uneventful death.
KENNY BAKER - CHRONIC LUNG CONDITION
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Are you a Star Wars junkie? If so, then you must at least be familiar with the late Kenny Baker. OK, maybe you're not familiar with his face, but Baker did play a critical role in the franchise; as he was the guy inside R2-D2! Sadly, we lost an icon on August 13, 2016, as a result of a lung condition that he battled for years. What was even more intriguing was that his family had no idea that he had a son whom he kept secret all that time. We wonder how his will lawyer handled this new discovery?
FLORENCE HENDERSON - HEART FAILURE
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Actress Florence Henderson's most iconic role was that of Carol Brady on The Brady Bunch which truly opened a lot of opportunities for her acting career. She went on to have quite a blast in Hollywood and bagging a bevy of accolades. That being said, we suddenly lost Florence who passed away in November 2016 because of heart failure. This really came as a shock because she wasn't even ill at the time. We wonder what her will lawyer did about her estate planning?
ALAN THICKE - HEART ATTACK
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Who can forget actor Alan Thicke? He was the leading man in Growing Pains and went on to have an amazing acting as well as singer/songwriting career. Sadly, he passed away on December 13, 2016, due to Type-A aortic dissection while indulging in a leisure game of hockey with his son. Such a prolific actor; we will certainly miss you old chap!
LEONARD COHEN - FALLING
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If you love the song Hallelujah, then you will appreciate the talent of the late Leonard Cohen. Heck, he was even an inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, he passed away in November 2016, at the age of 82, after falling at his home. And even though he received cancer treatment, it was speculated that his cancer had played a critical role in his passing.
JOHN RITTER - AORTIC DISSECTION
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Actor John Ritter was best known for his role in Three's Company for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award due to his prolific acting. However, who can forget John for his memorable role in Eight Simple Rules to Dating My Daughter? John left us early in 2003 due to his aortic dissection, despite his heart disease treatment.
GARRY MARSHALL - PNEUMONIA
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Director Gary Marshall was the genius behind a bevy of great shows and films. In fact, if you loved the 70's show Happy Days, then you should pay your respects to this legend. Unfortunately, we lost him in July of 2016 as a result of complications of pneumonia. What was worse was that he got it just after suffering a stroke, making us see the importance of heart disease precautions. He will truly be missed and may he rest in peace!
BILL NUNN - LEUKEMIA
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Actor Bill Nunn had numerous roles in Hollywood with over 70 different shows and films. But his most notable character was that of Radio Raheem in Do the Right Thing. Well, we can consider Bill one great hero! And it was a truly sad September 24, 2016, when he died of leukemia at the age of 62. Due to his massive net worth, we bet his last will had left his family members comfortable!
CHRISTOPHER LEE - HEART FAILURE
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One of the greatest acting legends in Hollywood, Christopher Lee's name will always be engraved on the list of the Hollywood greats! His most epic role (though he appeared in over 300 films) came as Saruman in The Lord of The Rings trilogy and The Hobbit trilogy. He died in 2015 at 93 and boy, we will fondly remember him! Hopefully, he left behind a substantial fortune for his family to allow them to live an opulent lifestyle!
STEVE IRWIN - STINGRAY INJURY
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Let's be real, who didn't love The Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin? He was awesome! And the best thing about him was that he did not hurt any animals and was known for his kind nature towards wildlife. Sadly, it was the same wildlife that took his life in 2006 when he was pierced by a stingray. It just goes to show that you need a great insurance lawyer as well as a responsive health insurance to be in this line of business!
CORY MONTEITH - ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE
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One of the youngest Hollywood TV stars and the star of Glee, he and co-star Lea Michele were a fan favorite before his uneventful passing. Let's just say a bunch of teens were heartbroken! He had quite a serious substance abuse problem. He died of an overdose in 2013.
JOHNNY LEWIS - ACCIDENT
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Remember the charismatic smile of this young chap in shows like The O.C. and Sons of Anarchy? Well, his end was quite dark and twisted. After a motorcycle accident in 2011, he developed a psychological disorder which even his motorcycle accident lawyer had a hard time processing in his papers. This led to violent outbursts and things went south when Johnny killed his landlord in 2012 and died of an accidental fall right after!
LEE THOMSON YOUNG - SUICIDE
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Another one bites the dust. By this, we refer to the young and talented child actor who had let the pressures of Hollywood get to him and he committed suicide. Lee Thompson Young had been battling depression and bipolar disorder for quite some time. Sadly, he passed away in August 2013 after committing suicide. Perhaps if he had checked into a rehab center or sought counseling, he would have been able to make a U-turn!
COREY HAIM - PNEUMONIA
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Actor Corey Haim became one of the most famous (or infamous) teens of the '80s. He unfortunately had a substance abuse problem and as a consequence, he had tainted his career all the way. Quite unexpectedly, he did not pass away in a treatment center while undergoing treatment. Instead, he died of pulmonary edema and an enlarged heart in 2010.
JOANNIE LAURER (CHYNA) - Substance Abuse
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Joanie Laurer was one of the biggest female wrestlers in the early 2000s and went by the ring name Chyna. In fact, not only did she show her skills in the ring, but also modeled for Playboy magazine and even starred in adult films! Sadly, after retiring, she suffered a serious depression and eventually passed away due to a fatal combination of various substances. We wonder, would a treatment center have saved her if she checked in on time?
BRITTANY MURPHY - PNEUMONIA & ANEMIA
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Stunningly beautiful and quite the sight for sore eyes, actor Brittany Murphy was destined for great things until death stole her from us unexpectedly! It was in 2009 when death's mighty grip snatched her through pneumonia and anemia when she was only 32 years old. We bet her family was devastated, and the only thing they were left with was her films and probably her last will and testament.
BILL PAXTON - STROKE
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He was an actor, director, and a true master of the Hollywood craft. We are talking about veteran Bill Paxton. Sadly, he passed away on February 25, 2017, due to a heart and aorta surgery on Valentine's day! And not even his great health insurance could prevent the post-procedure complications that led to his death.
MIGUEL FERRER - THROAT CANCER
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If you loved NCIS: Los Angeles, then we bet you know NCIS Assistant Director Owen Granger. Played by Miguel Ferrer, he appeared in over 100 films and TV shows, amassing quite an impressive net worth. Heck, whoever is a beneficiary of his last will and testament is very lucky as he or she is currently living a comfortable life!
GENE WILDER - ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
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During our childhood years, there was one Willy Wonka that ruled the screen. And he was played by Gene Wilder in the original Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Wasn't he great in that role? Sadly, he passed away on August 29, 2016, as a result of Alzheimer's disease. And we will surely miss him, and whoever appeared in his last will sure is lucky.
ALEXIS ARQUETTE - CARDIAC ARREST
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She was considered one of the biggest heroes of the LGBT community. In fact, she did a lot of activism and charity work that really promoted awareness of the people's position. She met her Maker in September 2016 as a result of complications related to HIV. But one thing is sure, her legacy will live on forever!
PETER VAUGHAN - NATURAL CAUSES
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Peter Vaughan was quite the maverick in Hollywood, starring in a lot of films and stage productions over the years. In fact, he even appealed to younger fans as Maester Aemon Targaryen on Game of Thrones. He died of natural causes on December 6, 2016. We're confident that he had already contacted his will lawyer and drawn up a testament to handle his estate way before his passing.
ZSA ZSA GABOR - HEART ATTACK
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Perhaps she was the first socialite in the modern world, who knows? But you couldn't miss the bourgeois Zsa Zsa Gabor; not to mention her role in the film Moulin Rouge. She lived quite an opulent lifestyle, but things went south when she lost all her fortune and her financial lawyers had to bail her out. However, it seemed that her diet plan was great because she lived to be 99 and died of a cardiac arrest in December of 2016.
RON GLASS - RESPIRATORY FAILURE
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Ron Glass was a well-respected actor and appeared in quite a number of films and TV shows. But who can forget his stellar role in the sitcom Firefly? Sadly, Ron passed away on November 25, 2016, at the age of 71 as a result of respiratory failure. And not even his affluence could prevent him from meeting his demise; though his legacy lives on, thanks to his loyal fans!
JOHN HURT - PANCREATIC CANCER
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Sir John Vincent Hurt was considered one of Britain's greatest actors and a legend that will live for eternity! OK, maybe we are overreacting, but you have to admit his movies were collectively a masterpiece. Sadly, he was taken away from us on January 25, 2017, due to pancreatic cancer in early 2017. And even though he received treatment, it was too late for John.
GUILLAUME DEPARDIEU - PNEUMONIA
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He was the eldest and probably the most handsome son of French actor Gerard Depardieu. We're talking about the late Guillaume Depardieu. In fact, he died in 2008 when filming L'Enfance d'Icare in 2008 after contracting pneumonia. And one can only imagine the amount of property management he would be doing today if he was still alive. He could have definitely amassed a massive net worth!
PAT MORITA - KIDNEY FAILURE
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Pat Morita was on the A-list of the most famous Asian-American actors, known for his role as Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid films. He met his demise in 20o5, due to kidney failure at the age of 73. And with the impressive net worth he had amassed over the years, we bet his last will and testament made sure his family was pretty comfortable!
CHRIS CORNELL - SUICIDE
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He was the founding member of Soundgarden and many just adored his music. We are talking about Chris Cornell who never stopped rocking! He went on to be a successful solo artist but unfortunately, death had other plans for him. He committed suicide in 2017 after a performance. In all likelihood, his issues with substance abuse had something to do with it! We wish he had checked into a rehabilitation center in time.
SIMONE BATTLE - SUICIDE
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Simone Battle was just beautiful. She kicked off her entertainment career in The X Factor before launching a singing career as part of the band, G.R.L. Sadly, she took her own life in 2014. She sure needed counseling towards the end of her life. Perhaps rehab would have helped her face the demons in her life? Only the heavens know...
ERIC JONATHAN HILL - ACCIDENT
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Eric Jonathan Hill was a good-looking guy and was even set to be a contestant on The Bachelorette 2014 edition. He loved to travel and paraglide while experiencing the thrills of adventure! Quite tragically, this was what led to his death when he slammed against a mountainside as a result of a parachute malfunction. And because his death was nowhere near suspicious, the family decided not to hire an accident lawyer to look into it.
Sunny Johnson
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Though under the shadow of her more famous counterpart Jennifer Beals in the '80s dance classic, Flashdance, Sunny Sue Jackson was a lovable sweetheart who had the dance moves and acting capability to make it big in Hollywood. Tragically, she passed away in 1984 at the tender age of 30, when one of the blood vessels in her brain burst suddenly. She had no time to write a will and testament. We also wonder where she would be now if her condition had been discovered earlier, and if she had checked into a treatment center in time.
Richard Griffiths
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Famous for his stern and abusive role as Uncle Vernon in the Harry Potter franchise, his spot-on acting skills made you question whether you could trust your step-brother with your kids if you died. Despite his character's abusive nature, Griffiths was a gentle soul that was taken from us in 2013. He died of heart surgery complications but managed to leave his will and testament and real estate management in the hands of his lawyer.
Romi Koch
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Romi was a mysterious woman, and so were the rumors surrounding her death. After the release of her most famous movie Dead Doll in 2004, she passed away shortly in 2005. There have been speculations that supernatural forces played a part in her mysterious death. We also do not know whether she was in a detox or treatment center before her death.
Richard Attenborough
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Richard Attenborough was a successful British actor and director, holding presidential positions in both the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). He died at the ripe age of 91, and during his filming years, he amassed quite a large estate. We are quite confident that his lawyer had an uphill task of creating a detailed will and testament.
Thuy Trang
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It was one of the saddest days for Hollywood to lose such a vibrant actor to a fatal automobile accident in 2001. Thuy Trang was famously known for her role as Trini Kwan in the hit TV series, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. The actress made one heck of a fortune from the show, so we're confident that her family won't have to worry about mortgage refinances and other financial woes for a while. In fact, her real estate lawyer must've had an easy time handling her property even after her untimely death.
Alice Playten
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Alice Playten was a famous American actress known for her roles in Felix The Cat: The Movie (1988) and The Rebound (2009). She was nicknamed Obie, which stuck after she won the Obie Award for Performance in 1994. She passed away on June 25, 2011, after struggling with diabetes and pancreatic cancer. She lived a charitable life, donating books and clothes during her free time.
Harold Ramis
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Ramis was a talented entertainer, having strong writing, acting and directing skills. His most notable performance was as the nerdy Egon Spengler in the hit movie Ghostbusters, and its sequel. He passed away in 2014 aged 69. During his lifetime, he was married twice. His first marriage ended bitterly in the hands of a divorce lawyer while his second one lasted until his death. Who benefited the most from his will and testament? We'll never know.
J. T. Walsh
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J.T Walsh was a household name in the late '80s and early '90s, starring in many movies such as A Few Good Men, Good Morning, Vietnam, and The Negotiator. His role was usually that of the antagonist, and Playboy Magazine even nicknamed him "everybody's favorite scumbag". He died of a heart attack in 1954, leaving his will and trusts, mortgage refinances, and other legal issues to be handled by his estate lawyer.
Kellie Shanygne Williams
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A rumor surfaced on Facebook that Kellie, or better known as Laura Winslow from Family Matters, had passed away; sparking a backlash from the family to social medias users (which goes to show us that we need to stop killing our celebrities online!). Don't we see they have families, too? Laura is still alive and well, and we don't think she'll be discussing her will and testament anytime soon.
Laura Branigan
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The beautiful Laura was propelled to fame with some of her classic hit singles like Gloria and Self Control. Born in 1952, she passed away at the age of 52 in 2004. She had a loving relationship with her husband, and neither consulted the services of a divorce lawyer during their marriage.
Andrew Koenig
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Being the son of the famous Star Trek actor Walter Koenig, Andrew was groomed to follow in his father's footsteps. He had an early start in Hollywood, landing a role in Growing Pains. As an adult, he was a troubled being and finally took his life aged 41 in 2010. Being a strong advocate of the vegan diet, he advised overweight Americans to visit weight loss resorts. We also think he should have checked himself into a treatment center to help him cope with his depression.
Michael Jeter
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Michael Jeter was most famous for his roles in The Fisher King and Zelig, amongst many other movies. Though he was a fantastic actor, he never really got the high profile consideration he deserved; and eventually, passed away abruptly in 2003 at 51. His sudden death most likely left him unprepared to make a will and testament, unless he did it sooner.
Barney Martin
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Barney Martin began his illustrious Hollywood career as a writer, but then his talents extended onto the big screen. His most iconic role was that of Seinfeld's father on Seinfeld. The actor passed away in 2005 after battling lung cancer, aged 82. Having been loyal to his only wife, no divorce lawyer was ever consulted. We are sure he must have written an extensive will and testament to cater to his family!
Marcia Wallace
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If you grew up in the '90s, then the chain-smoking elementary teacher, Mrs. Krabappel, will definitely bring back nostalgic childhood memories. Voiced by Marcia Wallace, she was a familiar household name from The Simpsons. Sadly, Marcia passed away because of breast cancer in 2013 one week from her 71st birthday. The producers decided to retire the role after her death.
Earl Hindman
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Remember the guy hiding behind the fence in Home Improvement? That was Earl Hindman. He lost his battle to cancer in 2003, though we're not sure if he ever checked into a cancer treatment center. Having earned a substantial amount of wealth in his lifetime, we certainly hope that Earl left his estate and any trust fund he may have in the hands of a competent lawyer who took care of his last will and testament.
Len Lesser
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Len Lesser was famous for his role in movies like Kelly's Heros and his prolific character as Uncle Leo in Seinfeld. But the actor had made over 180 appearances in quite a number of TV shows. He died of pneumonia in 2011 at 88, and we certainly hope that his will and testament addressed everyone in his family.
Justin Pierce
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English actor Justin Pierce was born in 1975. He made a name for himself in the controversial 1995 film, Kids. He then got a bigger role in the popular movie, Next Friday. Sadly, Pierce's depression got the better of him and he committed suicide while in Las Vegas in 2000. The only thing that came close to his last testament was his suicide note.
Glenn Quinn
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Glenn Quinn was the stud that all the female fans of Roseanne and Angel adored. The Irish national moved to the United States from Dublin in 1990, and he hit the ground running when he got his first role in Hollywood. Unfortunately, Glenn was addicted to heroin, and it ultimately took his life when he overdosed at a friend's place in 2002. He was a soul we lost to substance abuse, and we only wish he visited a detox program or treatment center earlier.
Teena Marie
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Teena Marie was a singer/ songwriter who rose to stardom in the '80s. She was famously known for her romantic involvement with pop legend Rick James, even raising one of his children! The songstress died of natural causes at 54 in 2010. Since she had only one child and the other adopted, it must have been a breeze for her lawyer to deal with her will and testament, which may have included a trust fund for her kids.
David Graf
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David Graf was remembered for his role as Sgt. Eugene Tackleberry in Police Academy. The iconic actor passed away in 2001 due to a heart attack, just a week from his birthday. He was financially well off, and his vast estate had to be handled delicately when it came to executing his will and testament by his lawyer.
Wendie Jo Sperber
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Wendi was a late '80s and early '90s star mostly remembered for her role as MartieMcFly's sister in Back to the Future. She died of breast cancer in 2005 at 47. Her will and testament was generous, leaving enough to those she left behind.
Jean Stapleton
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Jean Stapleton was famously known for her role as Edith, Archie Bunker's wife in the hit sitcom, All In The Family. She was, however, a very industrious actor, starring in more than 60 films and TV shows. Jean lived a long and prosperous life, dying of natural causes in 2013 at 90. She was truly an angel who had no run-ins with the law, never needing to hire expensive attorneys to get her out of a rough patch!
Trevor Goddard
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Trevor Goddard's most famous role was that of Kano in the movie-game adaptation, Mortal Kombat. Yes, we all remember that movie growing up. Sadly, his acting career never quite picked up, and he became a habitual user. And despite his willingness to check into a reputable treatment center, he never overcame his addiction. The substances finally got their way with him, and he passed away of an overdose in 2003 at 40 (is it us or is the age 40 cursed in Hollywood?).
Gina Mastrogiacomo
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Gina had her big break in Hollywood when she starred in Martin Scorsese's 1990 hit movie, Goodfellas. She then moved onto bigger roles in films. She died in 2001 aged 39, cutting short her prosperous acting career. But, it's likely that she made sure her family never had to worry about mortgage refinances through all the money she made.
James Rebhorn
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James Rebhorn starred in over 100 films and TV shows and during his prosperous career, amassed a vast amount of property and estate. He was fondly remembered for his most recent role in Homeland. He passed away in 2014 due to melanoma and even had the time to write his own obituary! Besides his illustrious career, James also enjoyed a jovial relationship with his wife, with no rumors of ever employing the services of a divorce lawyer.
John Cazale
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John Cazale will be forever immortalized in the film industry with his roles in The Godfather, The Deer Hunter, and Dog Day Afternoon. He had a long battle with lung cancer, which he eventually lost in 1978 at age 42. What most people didn't know was that John died while filming The Deer Hunter. There were even rumors circulating that John had adamantly refused to visit a cancer treatment center before his death!
Anita Mui
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Anita's concerts were known to be the life of the party in any city she performed. Crazy, sporadic, and care-free, Anita was nicknamed "The Madonna of Asia" and went on to have a successful singing and acting career. She died in 2003 at the age of 40 (celebrities seem cursed at this age) from cervical cancer. Not even the cancer treatment center she had attended could stop the progression of the disease.
Gregory Hines
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Gregory Hines was a Hollywood superstar who had numerous talents such as singing, acting, and of course, his killer dancing skills! He died of liver cancer in 2003 at 57, cutting short his prosperous entertainment career. He managed to create a lot of wealth for himself during his peak career years, making sure he lived a debt-free and mortgage-free life.
Bill Bixby
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Bixby was most famous for his role as Bruce Banner during the release of The Incredible Hulk. Despite Lou Ferrigno playing the muscles of the movie, Bixby's charming and charismatic acting enabled him to make the film a classic. Bixby died of prostate cancer in 1993, aged 59, leaving a fortune to his family and securing them from any future debts or mortgage refinances.
Lynne Thigpen
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Theresa Thigpen was a regular actor in the '90s and most revered for her role in the TV show, Where in The World/Time's Carmen Sandiego? She died at the age of 55 in 2003 as a result of a cerebral hemorrhage. We only hope that she did not delay in making a will and testament.
James Avery
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James Avery was the stern albeit entertaining Uncle Phil from The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. We knew him for his booming voice that was oh so commanding, especially when Will was being naughty; it almost felt like he was talking directly to you, didn't it? Avery made quite a substantial fortune as Uncle Phil, and we wished he would have checked into a weight loss resort before his subsequent passing at age 68 in 2013. But with all the wealth he amassed, we're pretty sure his family doesn't have to worry about things like mortgage refinances.
John Spencer
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John Spencer was a regular in quite a number of TV shows. One of his most memorable performances was on the West Wing. Sadly, he passed away because of a heart attack while filming in 2005. Having a vast estate, we are sure that his last will and testament benefited his life partner Patricia, who was by his side until his death.
Michael Clarke Duncan
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Michael-Clarke Duncan was a mammoth of a man whose physical prowess provided him the window of opportunity to a number of Hollywood sets. He was accustomed to portraying a bully in most of his movies. But his most notable and heart-warming role was in The Green Mile, where he played a death-row convict persecuted for a crime he never committed. Duncan was suddenly taken away from us in 2012 when he died of a heart attack at age 54. We are not sure whether he had enough time to consult his estate attorney and create a last will and testament.
Chris Penn
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Chris was one heck of a charismatic actor who held his own against his highly popular brother, Sean Penn. He was widely known for his role in The Wild Life and Reservoir Dogs. Chris was sadly stripped from us just when his life was beginning at 40! It must have been tough for his estate lawyers to handle his finances because Chris didn't leave a will.
Jeanne Cooper – Died at the age of 84
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Wilma Jeanne Cooper was a celebrated actress who mesmerized her fans with her portrayal of Katherine Chancellor in The Young and the Restless, a popular soap on CBS network. She debuted with The Redhead from Wyoming, a 1953 western movie, and went on to play supporting roles to many renowned stars such as Glenn Ford, Henry Fonda, and Maureen O’Hara. She was married to Harry Bernsen, Jr., and made up her mind to hire a divorce attorney after 23 years of staying together. Jeanne breathed her last in 2013 due to a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, but till her death, she was all about grace and beauty that only a few could match up to.
XXXTentacion
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Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy AKA XXXTentacion started off his career by releasing his song on SoundCloud, under the 'SoundCloud rap' category and instantly became famous. He was also put under house arrest after his girlfriend claimed reports of mental and physical abuse but Onfroy denied her allegations. Just at the age of 20, he was shot by two armed suspects and his murder is still under investigation.
Avicii
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Avicii at a very young age rose to prominence with his super hit electronic dance numbers in EDM industry. He won the hearts of millions through his music and collaborated with well-reputed DJs including Pete Tong and Tiesto. In 2016 Avicii announced that he will be retiring from his music career due to some health issues. In 2018 tragedy struck, Avicii took his own life nevertheless leaving behind a great legacy.
ROB KNOX - MURDERED
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At such a young age when most of us are thinking of how to text our crushes that we love them, young Rob Knox had kicked off his acting career in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince as the character Marcus Belby. In fact, he was eagerly waiting for his second casting in the franchise films when death came searching for him in the most unfortunate way. He was murdered in 2008 after getting involved in a bar fight in London to protect his younger brother. He was stabbed to death and not even the best emergency health treatment could save his life.
BOB PECK - CANCER
In Britain, one of the greatest actors of the time was Bob Peck, and he was most famous for his role as Robert Muldoon in Jurassic Park as well as the television series, Edge of Darkness. Unfortunately, in 1994, Peck was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer and despite a series of medical cancer treatments (that really raised her medical bills), not even chemotherapy and radiotherapy could save the actor from his death at the age of 53.
CAROL CHANNING — NATURAL CAUSES
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Carol was known for her appearances in Broadways musicals. Her most noteworthy performances include roles from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Hello, Dolly!, and The Vamp. Carol had been married four times and three of them ended in divorce. Throughout her life, Carol had maintained a healthy lifestyle and hadn't touched restaurant food since 1963. Her health deteriorated when she experienced two strokes last year, eventually passing away on January 15, 2019. According to official reports, Carol died of natural causes. She was 97.
Peggy-Jean Montgomery - Age-Related Complications
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Diana Serra Cary was the last surviving film star of Hollywood’s Silent Era. However, she left for the heavenly abode at the age of 101 with her demise on February 24, 2020. The actress, vaudevillian, author, and silent film historian was famous as Peggy-Jean Montgomery. She was part of over 150 short films between 1921 and 1924 when she was barely five years old.
She is one of the finest child actresses in Hollywood. Diana won numerous laurels such as ‘the million-dollar baby,’ ‘the child wonder,’ and ‘the cutest kiddie on-screen.’ However, the one that stuck to her was ‘Baby Peggy.’ At the height of her career, ‘Baby Peggy’ had an astonishing annual salary of $1.5 million. In 2020, that comes to around $25 million. Her demise is a significant loss to the entertainment industry!
John Callahan – Stroke
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You may remember John Callahan from All My Children when he shot to stardom playing the role of the character 'Edmund Grey.' The soap opera was a hit and drew him plenty of attention. Aside from this particular role, Callahan played 'Leo Russell' in General Hospital, as well as 'Eric Stavros' in Falcon Crest. Callahan is also famous for playing 'Craig Hunt' in Santa Barbara. He had stints in Spin City and Days of Our Lives as well.
Of course, his bank account balance grew substantially with every role he landed. With time, his net worth climbed, and his reputation became concrete. He has been married two times in his life. The first time he walked down the aisle was with Linda Freeman. The next was with Eva LaRue. He divorced twice, too. Callahan's last day was on 28th March 2020. He died one day after having a stroke.
Alan Merrill – COVID-19
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Famous songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist Alan Merrill is a much-celebrated celebrity. His fans in Japan gave me a warm welcome in the early 70s. He made history as the first Westerner to have become a pop star in the Asian country. The hit single titled I Love Rock ‘n Roll hit the stations in 1975. The Arrows played the song. Merrill had many skills in addition to songwriting and singing, including playing the harmonica, the bass guitar, keyboard, and the guitar.
Merrill made his debut in the world of music in 1968. He worked right until 2019, which was the year of his death. Unfortunately for Merrill, he fell victim to COVID-19 and breathed his last on 29th March 2020. He is one of the thousands of people who lost their lives during this pandemic.