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Deaths That Shook The Pop Music World

Pinterest Buddy Holly Studio Film and Publicity Stills Buddy Holly, circa 1958.
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Buddy Holly

Buddy Holly was shaping the way that music was viewed in pop culture. His iconic rock riffs that were the foundation to more doo-wop rock of the '50s and '60s gave the public high hopes for the young budding star. 

However, all that came to a halt when the young man, 22 years old at the time, suffered through a terrible plane crash in Iowa, just moments after taking off. The young man died instantly, and the news shocked the nation. 

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Pinterest Buddy Holly Studio Film and Publicity Stills Buddy Holly, circa 1958.
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Buddy Holly

Buddy Holly was shaping the way that music was viewed in pop culture. His iconic rock riffs that were the foundation to more doo-wop rock of the '50s and '60s gave the public high hopes for the young budding star. 

However, all that came to a halt when the young man, 22 years old at the time, suffered through a terrible plane crash in Iowa, just moments after taking off. The young man died instantly, and the news shocked the nation. 

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One of the saddest moments in music history is undoubtedly losing some of the most influential and talented artists unexpectedly. Whether it be from a suicide, overdose, or freak accident, these artists left us too soon.

Deaths That Shook The Pop Music World

Most people remember where they were the moment they heard that Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, died after a bad reaction to a medication.

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Michael Joseph Jackson (Aug. 29, 1958 - Jun. 25, 2009) American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman Ð the King of Pop.
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The King of Pop left many in tears after the news broke, and similarly, many more moments like this happened throughout history!

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Check out the gallery above to learn more about iconic deaths in music history, and while you're at it, take a look at our other galleries showing you all the pop culture knowledge of our time!

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