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Disease to Despair: Famous Music Stars' Causes Of Death

Tania Calderón / January 1, 2025 - 05:05 am

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Pinterest Michael Jackson Singer Photographer Paul Drinkwater Nbc 01 October 1984
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Michael Jackson

Cause of Death: Acute Propofol and Benzodiazepine Intoxication
Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop," died in 2009 at the age of 50. His death was a result of a drug overdose administered by his personal physician.

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Pinterest Amy Winehouse (1983-2011) tragic celebrity deaths.
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Amy Winehouse

Cause of Death: Alcohol Poisoning
The British soul singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse died in 2011 at the age of 27 due to alcohol poisoning, highlighting her struggles with substance abuse.

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Whitney Houston

Cause of Death: Drowning in Bathtub with Heart Disease and Cocaine Use
Whitney Houston, a legendary pop and R&B artist, passed away in 2012. Her death was ruled as accidental drowning with contributing factors of heart disease and cocaine use.

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Singer Kurt Cobain, frontman for Nirvana, during a concert in Paris.
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Kurt Cobain

Cause of Death: Suicide by gunshot
Kurt Cobain, the frontman of the iconic rock band 'Nirvana', died in 1994 at the age of 27. He took his own life with a gunshot.

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Prince

Cause of Death: Accidental Fentanyl Overdose
Prince, the enigmatic musician and performer, passed away in 2016. His death was attributed to an accidental overdose of the powerful opioid fentanyl.

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David Bowie

Cause of Death: Liver Cancer
David Bowie, the influential rock and pop artist, succumbed to liver cancer in 2016, just two days after his 69th birthday.

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Leonard Cohen

Cause of Death: Falling
The legendary Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen died in 2016 at the age of 82 after a fall at his home.

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George Michael

Cause of Death: Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Myocarditis and Fatty Liver
George Michael, known for his pop hits, died in 2016 at the age of 53. His death was a result of heart and liver-related issues.

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Aretha Franklin

Cause of Death: Pancreatic Cancer
Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, passed away in 2018 at the age of 76 due to complications from pancreatic cancer.

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Avicii
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Avicii

Cause of Death: Suicide by Self-Inflicted Injuries
The Swedish DJ and electronic music producer Avicii tragically took his own life in 2018 at the age of 28.

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It's always disheartening when our favorite artist leaves us, and it's even more heart-wrenching when their departure is marred by tragedy. In this compilation, we'll provide insights into the causes of death of some of the most beloved artists, shedding light on their struggles with mental health and addiction. 

Unveiling the Causes of Death of Iconic Artists

Join us in paying tribute to these remarkable individuals and understanding the challenges they faced.

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