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The feuds. The rumors. The music. As one of the most well-known families of all time, the Jacksons hardly need an introduction. The Jackson family stayed in the headlines for their endless scandals as much...
Sophia of Hanover was truly the mother of modern England—so much so that her descendants still have claim to the British throne.
Music has no shortage of divas and eccentric personalities, but in Ginger Baker’s case, his actions earned a whole new level of notoriety. While he spent much of his life collaborating with other musicians in various groups, one would be hard-pressed to find more than a few who truly called him a friend. To fans and those closest to him, he was ill-tempered at best, and dangerous at worst—all while being one of the most iconic drummers in rock history.
From his father’s brutal demise to his mother’s cruel machinations, King Francis II's life was no gilded existence—and then there was his own tragic end.
Until his tragic death in 2006, Steven Irwin worked tirelessly to advocate for animals.
In 1923, Frank Hayes suffered a fatal heart attack while mid-race, but stayed in the saddle until his horse finished first place.
In 1527, Pope Clement VII was captured by enemies. Despite agreeing on a ransom, his torment was far from over. For six months, he languished in a dungeon.
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