There is never a good time to lose the one we love. We have lost some of our most favorite celebrities that were basically to young to pass away. We can’t count all of them but here are some Hollywood stars that shine for a short period of time.
Jean Harlow (1911-1937)
Known as the “platinum blonde” and the “blonde bombshell’, Jean Harlow was a successful actress and a sex symbol in the 1930’s. She starred in movies like Hell’s Angels, Red Dust, and Suzy. She died due to cerebral edema at the age of 26.
James Dean (1931-1955)
James Dean was the superstar of some of 50’s main hits like East of Eden, Rebel without a Cause, and Giant. He is ranked at #18 in AFI’s 100 Years…100 Stars list and is a famous cult icon in the movie industry. He was only 24 years old when he passed away from a car accident.
Bruce Lee (1940-1973)
One of Martial Art’s leading icons is Bruce Lee. His admired movies include Fist of Fury, Enter the Dragon, and Way of the Dragon (ever wondered who would win in a fight between Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris, then watch this film!). Bruce Lee died at the age of 32 from cerebral edema.
Marilyn Monroe (1926-1962)
Hollywood’s most prominent bold star, Marilyn Monroe, starred in famous titles like Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, The Seven Year Itch, and Some Like it Hot. She was only 36 years old when she was found dead; autopsy told that the cause of death was due to barbiturate overdose.
Heath Ledger (1979-2008)
With remarkable acting in The Patriot, Brokeback Mountain, and as the Joker in the Dark Knight, Heath Ledger’s death came as a surprise for all. The actor died at the young age of 28 due to intoxication caused by abusing prescription medication.
Brittany Murphy (1977-2009)
Brittany Murphy’s performances in Clueless, 8 mile, Sin City, and as the voice of Luanne Platter (King of the Hill) are some of her most memorable works. She passed away in December 2009 at the age of 32 primarily due to pneumonia.
Gary Coleman (1968-2010)
Gary Coleman’s most notable character came to us as Arnold Jackson in the show Diff’rent Strokes – his cuteness as a young boy won the hearts of all that watched the show. As an adult, he was unfortunately surrounded by misery and spent a good portion of it depressed. He passed away in 2010 at the age of 42 from an accident; he had fallen down the stairs.
Paul Walker (1973-2013)
Paul Walker is mostly remembered by his character Brian O’Conner in the Fast and Furious movie series. The actor passed away in a car accident and was only 40 years of age. Good news for Walker fans is that they will get to see him once again in Fast and Furious 7 which is scheduled to be released in April of 2015.
Phillip Seymour Hoffman (1967-2014)
Phillip Seymour Hoffman’s most iconic part came with his portrayal of the author Truman Capote in the film Capote. Hoffman had received numerous awards – including the prestigious Academy Awards for Best Actor. His other famous performances include Charlie Wilson’s War, Doubt, The Master, and The Hunger Games. He passed away in February of 2014 at the age of 46; it was ruled that he had died from, “acute mixed drug intoxication, including heroin, cocaine, benzodiazepines and amphetamine.