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Elvis Presley (1935-1977): The King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, died of a heart attack at the age of 42, possibly exacerbated by drug use.
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Frank Sinatra (1915-1998): The legendary singer and actor passed away from a heart attack at the age of 82.
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James Gandolfini (1961-2013): Known for his role as "Tony Soprano" in 'The Sopranos,' Gandolfini died of a heart attack while on vacation in Italy at the age of 51.
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Alan Thicke (1947-2016): Actor and TV host Alan Thicke suffered a heart attack while playing hockey with his son and passed away at the age of 69.
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Garry Shandling (1949-2016): The comedian and actor died of a heart attack at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 66.
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John Ritter (1948-2003): Best known for his role in 'Three's Company,' Ritter died of an aortic dissection, a complication of a heart condition, at the age of 54.
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John Candy (1950-1994): Comedic actor John Candy suffered a heart attack while filming in Mexico and passed away at the age of 43.
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Carrie Fisher (1956-2016): Actress and writer Carrie Fisher, famous for her role as Princess Leia in 'Star Wars,' suffered a heart attack on a flight and died at the age of 60.
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George Michael (1963-2016): The pop icon George Michael passed away at the age of 53 due to heart failure.
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Michael Clarke Duncan (1957-2012): Known for his role in 'The Green Mile,' actor Michael Clarke Duncan died at the age of 54 from complications of a heart attack he suffered two months earlier.
Celebrities, just like anyone else, are not immune to the tragic reality of heart attacks. Let's take a moment to remember some of the well-known individuals who have sadly passed away due to this medical condition.
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