16 Haunting Photos of Celebrities Before They Died

#16 - Tupac Shakur

He is still considered the best and most powerful rapper in the world because he succeeded to sell a record number of albums throughout his famous career. Unfortunately, its duration was only 9 years and it has already finished. This rap star died when he was only twenty six years old after an unfortunate tragedy that made all of his fans cry. Most of them are still sad about this unexpected death. How did it happen?
Tupac with his producer was driving a car and stopped at traffic lights when a nearby vehicle stopped next to it and fired many types. This is how a famous rapper was shot many times, but he still managed to rush into the closest hospital. This is where he died in one week because of multiple injuries. Take a look at this final photo that was taken only 8 hours before his unfortunate and cruel death in the street. However, his legacy is very influential and his songs still remain popular all over the world

#15 - John Lennon

There is no need to introduce this famous songwriter and singer because he is still a real legend and icon for many people. Do you remember The Beatles? This legendary band took the hearts of all fans by storm in the 60s. When all of its members disbanded, John has quite a successful career as a solo singer, but it ended up quite tragically.
This famous singer was shot in his back on his way back home by a crazy fan. This guy was sentenced to twenty years in jail for his crime with the possible prolongation of this punishment as a life sentence. At the moment, Chapman (it’s the surname of this fan) still remains in his cell because he was denied parole 8 times. Look at this final picture to recollect the image of Lennon once again. No one deserves such a death, especially from the hands of fans

#14 - Ryan Dunn

You should be familiar with MTV because it’s impossible to imagine our modern television without this famous and popular channel. It changed its format back in the 90s, and this is what allowed this channel to become so successful. That’s because its main focus was shifted from music to original programming. All people know MTV for its reality shows and music videos.
It’s worth mentioning that one of these innovative TV shows was performed by Ryan who agreed to put his own safety at risk for the sake of entertaining all viewers. His show was very popular at that time so that he became one of the most leading young celebrities because he worked very hard, despite frequent parties.
It’s hard to deny that his life was very speedy and full of adventures and entertainments. When he went to get a few drinks with his friend, he posted this final picture on his personal Twitter account to show his followers how he has fun and enjoyed life. This picture was taken only a few hours before he started to drive his car and stuck a random tree in the street. The main reason of his death is a high speed, and it happened when he was only thirty four years old. So young! Unfortunately, his friend died too

#13 - James Dean

Most people will agree that he was the number one bad guy and one of those rebelling icons in this industry. He had a great start in acting in the late 50s and his huge success was established after some epic and talented performance in popular films. The bad news is that nothing could cure his rebelling nature and need for speed. That’s because one of his favorite and most dangerous interests was auto racing. He was only twenty four years old when he truly enjoyed this risky hobby that costed him a life.
This picture depicts James before making his last trip from LA with his mechanic in the 50s. On their route, another vehicle turned right in front of them so that both cars collided. In the end, his mechanic was thrown from the car and the actor had multiple injuries, such as a broken neck. These tragic and severe injuries took the life of this brilliant and young actor who still remains in our hearts.

#12 - Dale Earnhardt

You may already know that he is one of the best drivers in the whole racing history. Basically, this famous driver started his successful career rapidly and it included many won races. This is what allowed him to get into the Hall of Fame, but Dale was honored only 9 years after his unfortunate death during one of the races (during a final lap).
This driver was living on the track, and this is where he died too. Take a look at this photo where he stands before this final race. We must admit that everything was good for him until that tragic final lap when a few cars collided. This iconic car had the 3rd number and it hit a carrier. This is how Dale got his skull fracture and head traumas that ended his bright life at once. It’s interesting that his son decided to continue the success of his father so that he keeps racing to carry on Earnhardt’s legacy. It seems like he is not afraid of high speed and danger and has no fears about repeating that awful destiny.

#11 - Paul Walker

Many women are still in love with him because of his deep blue eyes and warm smile. This famous actor started his career with taking part in random soap operas before he finally drew the audience’s attention by getting major roles in popular movies. Paul succeeded to gain his worldwide fame so that his acting career was rising until his life interrupted quite sadly a few years ago. How did it happen?
He was accompanied with his good friend at one charity event when they left in his luxurious car. Pay attention to this photo that depicts this final moment before Walker left this event. He was a passenger when his friend lost control over the car at high speed in one curve. This car accident ended with a vehicle crashed into trees and concrete lamppost. Unfortunately, both Paul and his friend died instantly because their car was in fire. The worst part is that it wasn’t Paul’s fault.

#10 - George Harrison

Do you remember John Lennon? George was also a part of legendary The Beatles, but many people often called him a quiet guy. He earned his popularity and fame as a talented guitarist, but he also wrote songs (some of them became very well-known). When their famous band broke up, Harrison also decided to start his solo music career that turned out to be successful. It’s interesting that he was even ranked as one of the best guitarists in the world.
In overall, he spent more than 4 decades in this kind of industry. Another prominent fact is that he was an avid smoker so that he was often photographed while smoking, playing, and writing his popular songs. However, this harmful habit costed him a life because the guitarist ended up with throat cancer almost twenty years ago. Here, he is pictured not long before his unfortunate death accompanied by his family members. Throat cancer spread to other body organs, including his brain and lungs, and this is what resulted in his death at the age of 58. A good thing is that it happened in the company of the dear ones.

#9 - Robin Williams

 

He still remains a real legend in the comedian industry even after his death. Robin started his successful acting career in stand-up comedies and he won his huge audience with spot-on and rude jokes. This is what allowed Robin to take his talents on the screen where he took part in a few famous sitcoms followed by successful filming projects. Only a few people knew that he was hurt more than other celebrities, despite his smiles and laughing.
He ended up struggling with depression, and this fight has lasted throughout his adult years. This well-known actor finished his life after committing a suicide in his home. He was pictured in a good mood only a few days before this tragic event that spread many rumors both in newspapers and on TV. There might be different reasons to take this tragic step, including his recent diagnoses (Parkinson’s disease). His wife said that Williams was struggling with serious anxiety and depression in addition to severe body dementia and paranoia. That’s why doctors made a conclusion that he could live only up to 3 years. Robin died when he was sixty three years old

#8 - Elvis Presley

He is still a real king and definitely one of the most famous and successful singers of all time. It’s true that he was the 1st music icon in the 50s and his career was prominent. For example, Elvis won many reputable music awards and sold endless records. One of his best achievements is that he brought a new style and music to the audience. It’s no wonder he was called a true legend before his tragic death.
Here, he is pictured waving to fans while entering the gates of his house. Presley used to spend a lot of time trying to solve his drug abuse problems and regular overdoses. It was planned to start a new tour with the main purpose to rebuild this image, but his problems with drugs and relevant medical issues cost him a life. Unfortunately, he was only forty two years old when he died in his own bathroom.

#7 - Jimi Hendrix

If Elvis is a king, there is no doubt that Jimi is the best guitar player in the world and rock music. The main reason is that he made a real revolution in this industry with his popular hits. Luckily he has a great musical career and succeeded to won many awards that led Hendrix to one of the most iconic events. Here, he is pictured enjoying his cup of tea that reminds us his well-known and talented songs. The guitarist had a long history of violence and substance abuse. One day, his last girlfriend found his body unconscious because he overdosed sleeping pills and choked on his vomiting. He was immediately taken to the nearest hospital, but doctors pronounced his death. This music legend was only twenty seven years old when he died.

#6 - Freddie Mercury

He is another rocker and legend in this list. It’s not a secret that Mercury is called one of the best singers in the rock music industry and his fame has come to him during his time in Queen. This rock back doesn’t need any introduction because it was very popular in the 70s and 80s with multiple megahits repeated by the whole world. It’s worth mentioning that he earned his fame not only as a talented singer and songwriter, but he was also known as a true icon.
Many of his fans felt desperate when he was diagnosed with the most dangerous disease, AIDS after a standard blood test. He was one of the most famous people who suffered from this ailment, but he did his best to hide his poor state and kept working hard till his end. Here, Freddie is pictured near his house. He felt frail at that moment of time, and a few days after he was going blind and was bedridden while making an official statement about his health condition. He decided to stop taking all medications with the sole purpose to hasten death, and he died one day later, but he still remains one of the most prominent personalities worldwide

#5 - Steve Jobs

There are not so many people who are called revolutionary when it comes to technologies. He is one of them because he was brilliant-minded, talented, well-known, and legendary. Most people recognize Steve as the Inventor of iPhone, but he was also one of Pixar shareholders and had other incredible achievements. He was famous for his excellent and innovative ideas that introduced a range of popular products to the world. They are still used and know at the moment.
The worst part about his life is that he had pancreatic cancer when his career was at its top. Unlike many other famous people in this list, he understood that this death would happen quite soon, but he kept working despite having a liver transplant and his fast-declining health condition. Here, he is pictured being helped by a good friend at home. The most prominent fact in this story is that Jobs kept working until his last days, but he died surrounded by his relatives in a calm state.

#4 - Michael Jackson

You are already familiar with the tragic stories of such famous people as Hendrix and Presley, and now, it’s time to learn more about another pop music legend and icon. This famous singer revolutionized this industry with endless popular hits. First, he became popular together with his brothers when he was still a kid, but his huge fame was earned after launching a solo music career that included endless awards, singles, video clips, record sales, and so on.
Perhaps, some of the hottest discussions were devoted to his constantly changing appearance, private relationships, strange behaviors, never-ending legal battles, etc. Here, Michael is pictured during his last press conference about his planned world tour. This music legend died only one month later, just a few weeks before starting this tour. The main cause of his death was the cardiac arrest resulted by drug overdosing. As relevant news broke, many sites and other sources crashed because multiple users bombarded them to share their sorrow.

#3 - Whitney Houston

She is called a female singer with a record number of awards and she is definitely one of the best and most prominent voices of all time because of its stunning range that succeeded to resonate multiple fans of different backgrounds and ages. This top singer sold multiple copies of her albums all over the world and she even broke existing music barriers and limits with her voice and famous hits.
It’s obvious that she had many talents in addition to signing that included modeling, acting, and producing. Unfortunately, her private life was not as brilliant because of substance abuse. Here, Whitney is pictured leaving one famous nightclub after spending the whole day on visiting a party with her good friends where she performed the last time. 2 days later, she was found submerged into the bathtub in an unconscious state in her hotel suite. The main cause of her death was a heart attack resulted by cocaine use, and this is what led to drowning. In the hearts of most people, her magic voice will stay forever.

#2 - River Phoenix

He was a real idol of all teenagers in the 80s, and he started his career as an actor when he was only ten years old. River took part in many famous movies of that time and he was close to winning Oscar. It’s no wonder many critics destined him a brilliant future in this industry until his tragic death when he was still so young.
This famous actor may seem a bit out of sorts on this picture taken only a few hours before he died. River was invited to perform on the stage with other celebrities, but he collapsed on one of the sidewalks outside this venue early in the morning. One of his friends called an ambulance and tried to resuscitate him. Unfortunately, this star convulsed for a few minutes before his death caused by drug overdosing and he was only twenty three years old. Phoenix is one more celebrity on our list who suffered in the young age because of substance abuse.

#1 - Heath Ledger

He may resemble the above-mentioned actor because Heath was quite popular among women. This Australian became famous and popular after his appearances in well-known and successful blockbusters. His last role was The Joker that received many excellent reviews from critics even before the introduction of this movie, but then the sad news spread that he died when he was only twenty eight years old.
Here, he is pictured during the filming process of his latest movie. How did he die? Heath was found unconscious a few days after taking this picture by a housekeeper in his own loft. Qualified paramedics couldn’t revive this talented actor who was pronounced dead at home. According to official reports, his death was resulted by accidental intoxication caused by the prescription meds taken to treat pain, anxiety, and sleeping problems. Finally, Ledger received many prominent awards even after his death for his amazing acting performances.