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Death In EntertainmentHollywood Urban Legends Vol. 3: Paul McCartney, Richard Gere, Bill Cosby, Sesame Street and More! (Episode 161)Celebrity gossip has always had a dark side. Those whispered tales of stars behaving badly, dying mysteriously, or hiding shocking secrets spread through Hollywood parties like wildfire, creating urban legends that live far longer than they deserve. Even in our hyper-connected age, these stories remain strangely persistent – because deep down, we want to believe.Kyle, Ben, and Alejandro gleefully dissect the wildest Hollywood myths you've definitely heard before. Remember when everyone swore Paul McCartney died in 1966 and was replaced by a lookalike named Billy Shears? The hosts untangle the bizarre web of "clues" fans claimed to find in...2025-04-171h 17
Death In EntertainmentIceman to Ashes: The Val Kilmer Story (Episode 160)Val Kilmer wasn't just an actor – he was a chameleon who disappeared so completely into his roles that the line between performance and reality often blurred. His journey from Hollywood golden boy to cancer survivor reveals the extraordinary price of his artistic devotion.Born on New Year's Eve 1959 in Los Angeles, Kilmer's childhood was both privileged and tragic. Growing up on Roy Rogers' ranch gave him a playground for creativity, but the sudden drowning death of his 15-year-old filmmaker brother Wesley shattered his family and became the ghost that would drive him relentlessly forward. At just 17, he be...2025-04-101h 40
Death In EntertainmentThe 1989 Snow White Catastrophe (Episode 157)The 1989 Oscars went so poorly not only did it kill the career of producer Allan Carr-- it killed HIM. Join hosts Kyle Ploof, Ben Kissel and Alejandro Dowling and tune in to an all new episode today!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2025-03-201h 21
Death In EntertainmentJustice Denied: The Haunting Case of Dominique Dunne (Episode 138)Send us a textIt’s Summer 1982. Dominique Dunne is young, talented, and starring in the biggest horror movie of the year. But the real terror isn’t onscreen – it’s in her house! She’s in a toxic relationship that will leave her dead by Halloween. This is the story of a brutal murder that shocked Hollywood and the subsequent courtroom drama that ended with public outrage. Her friends and family would never be the same. That’s today on Death in Entertainment!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyl...2024-10-101h 47
Death In EntertainmentTiger King Revisited: The Case Against Joe Exotic (Episode 136 ft. Joe Exotic and Ben Kissel)Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling recap the case against Joe Exotic, and even get a call from the Tiger King himself in prison.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2024-09-091h 03
Death In EntertainmentPATREON PREVIEW: The Many Deaths of Summer 2024Alejandro is sick so we are premiering our latest patreon episode to give you a taste of what we do over on patreon.com/deathinentertainmentSend us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2024-08-081h 33
Death In EntertainmentKyle's Conspiracy Corner: Insane Theories on Titanic Survivor Violet Jessup, Actress Anne Heche and Killer Robert Durst (Episode 128)Welcome to Kyle's Conspiracy Corner, where we uncover the craziest theories that will make you question everything and nothing at the same time. Ever heard of Violet Jessop, the lady who survived the sinking of not one, not two, but three doomed ships? Was she just really good at swimming, or was she a Nazi terrorist? And then there's the mysterious death of Anne Heche. Was it a tragic car accident, or did she know too much about Hollywood's darkest secrets? And remember Robert Durst? The real estate mogul with a knack for disappearing acts and suspicious c...2024-05-241h 19
Death In Entertainment100th Episode Extravaganza! Clips, Stories and Even Some Surprises (Episode 100)In 2021, the DIE Podcast and the world was never the same. Welcome to the 100th Episode Celebration! Join hosts Kyle, Mark and Alejandro as they look back and ask themselves, "Well, how did we get here?" Get ready for lots of fun clips, stories and even a few surprises. That's happening right here, right now on Death in Entertainment! Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee...2023-09-281h 39Death In EntertainmentDIEPOD Investigates: The Snapchat Murders of Delphi, Indiana (Episode 88)Delphi, Indiana, a small, woodsy town north of Indianapolis, became the site of two of the most notorious murders of recent memory. Originally dubbed the Snapchat Murders, local teens Abby Williams and Liberty German caught their killer on video just before being lured to their deaths. So why did it take 5 years to figure out who was responsible?In this episode, the guys go over every theory and, as a bonus, Kyle recounts his own experience visiting the murder scene. He was a stranger in a strange land. You have to hear his story to believe it...2023-06-281h 26Death In EntertainmentContract Killer: The Insane Story of Woody Harrelson's Dad (Episode 87)Charles Harrelson— father of famous actor Woody Harrelson— was arrested for 3 separate murders. But was he set up by the very CIA he claims to have worked for? Find out this week on Death in EntertainmentSend us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-06-221h 13Death In EntertainmentHollywood Urban Legends Vol. 2: Blue's Clues, Avril Lavigne, Ghost Boy & More! (Episode 86)Welcome to another special edition of the DIEPOD. Today we’re picking up right where we left off and returning to the darkest corners of Hollywood lore. So get ready for another helping of outlandish Urban Legends. Was Singer Avril Lavigne replaced by a doppelganger named Melissa? Does the ghost of a little boy appear in the movie Three Men and a Baby? Did Steve from Blue's Clues really die of a heroin overdose? All those questions and more will be answered on this episode!Send us a message!Support the showD...2023-06-1547 minDeath In EntertainmentHollywood Urban Legends: The Mournful Munchkin, Mama Cass, Mikey the Child Star & More! (Episode 85)Welcome to a special edition of Death in Entertainment! The rumor mill is buzzing about this week’s episode. A friend of a friend of a friend says the subject is Urban Legends. And I’m happy to report that the whispers are absolutely true. Today we’ll be sharing and debunking the most outlandish stories that have circulated through Hollywood for decades. Did Mikey from the Life cereal commercials die from mixing pop rocks and soda? Is that a real scream in the song Love Rollercoaster? Did Mama Cass really choke on a ham sandwich? For...2023-06-1052 minDeath In EntertainmentTrial by Media: The People vs The Menendez Brothers | PART TWO (Episode 84)Fasten your seatbelts because Menendez Mania continues! After months of living large, the brothers were finally arrested in 1990 and charged with the murder of their parents. To quote the tagline for the TV movie: "Was it fear that made them kill or was it simply greed?" The trial began in 1993 and became a media sensation when it was broadcast live on cable in the heyday of trash talk shows and tabloid television. Erik and Lyle Menendez became household names -- and national punchlines. Their public image of being spoiled rich brats would take a turn, however, when they...2023-05-311h 04Death In EntertainmentThe Menendez Brothers: A Nightmare On Elm Drive | PART ONE (Episode 83)What do The Cheesecake Factory, the movie Batman and a couple of shotguns have in common? All three of them are important details in this week's episode!It was a crime that sent shock waves through Beverly Hills. On August 20, 1989, Jose Menendez, a wealthy movie mogul, and his wife Kitty were murdered in their million-dollar mansion. The killers? Their own sons, Erik and Lyle. Were they bad seeds or was this a bad family? In part one of our series, we dissect the madness of the Menendez family. It's a story of money, privilege and po...2023-05-251h 18Death In EntertainmentEpisode 82 - Family Feud Host Ray CombsRay Combs came to Hollywood full of energy-- ready to take on the comedy world hoping to follow in the footsteps of his idol, Johnny Carson. Within a few years he would get an agent, became host of a hit game show, and was found dead at the age of 40. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-05-181h 34Death In EntertainmentEpisode 81- The Murder of NFL Quarterback Steve McNairNFL great Steve McNair had it all until July 4th, 2009 when he was found murdered next to a seemingly unconnected woman. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-05-111h 25Death In EntertainmentEpisode 80 - Freddie Mercury Part 2: The Party's OverWelcome to the final chapter of the Freddie Mercury saga! Throughout the 1970s, as Queen became the biggest band in the world, Mr. Mercury was having a good time and he didn’t want to stop at all. Then came the 1980s and a terrifying epidemic that would bring the party to a dead halt. Although under enormous pressure, Freddie wasn’t ready to bite the dust and he kept on fighting until the end. As they say in the business: the show must go on.Send us a message!Suppo...2023-05-031h 10Death In EntertainmentEpisode 79 - Freddie Mercury Part 1: Having A Good TimeWhen you think of true Rock Royalty, there’s one name that comes to mind: Freddie Mercury - the man, the myth, the mustache. As the flamboyant frontman of Queen, he was a shooting star leaping through the sky, defying the laws of gravity and having a ball. But tragically, he would burn out far too soon. In this special 2 part episode, we’ll be exploring the real life of a Musical Champion and the terrible circumstances that led to his death on a quiet Sunday afternoon in 1991. If you're looking for a feel-good fantasy, go watch the m...2023-04-2657 minDeath In EntertainmentEpisode 78 - Christina Parcell and The Rose Petal MurderOn October 13, 2021-- the town of Greer, South Carolina, was rocked by a horrific murder that opened a series of investigations darker than anyone could ever imagine. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-04-211h 12Death In EntertainmentEpisode 77 - Get Off or Die Tryin': The Story of INXS's Michael HutchenceMichael Hutchense was the leader of pop-rock phenomenon INXS. After a tragic head injury, life would never be the same until his untimely demise on November 22, 1997. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-04-131h 04Death In EntertainmentEpisode 76 - Anna Nicole Smith: The Last of the Blonde BombshellsThroughout the 1990s and 2000s, Anna Nicole Smith was one of the most photographed and talked about figures in the entertainment business. She captivated the media with her striking good looks, wild antics and enormous, uh, personality. But it all came to a crashing end in February 2007, when Smith was found dead of a prescription drug overdose. Her last months were filled with chaos and tragedy. And her death made her more famous than ever. Today we’ll be exploring her highs and lows: From her days as a Playboy Playmate to becoming a Hot Mess Reality TV...2023-04-091h 26Death In EntertainmentEpisode 75 - Did Robert Blake Murder His Wife Bonny Lee Bakley?On May 4th, 2001, Actor Robert Blake's second wife Bonny Lee Bakley was shot dead in Studio City, California, outside Vitello's, his favorite Italian restaurant. She had a long trail of broken hearts and stolen credit cards. Could it have been a jilted former lover? Or was Robert involved? In this episode, we attempt to solve one of Hollywood's biggest murder cases ever! So grab your plate of Fusilli pasta and pop open that bottle of Chianti because it's time to get LOST on the Diepod HIGHWAY!Send us a message!Support the show...2023-04-061h 21Death In EntertainmentEpisode 74 - 80's Star Dana Plato: Sex, Lies and Video Stores80's TV star Dana Plato had career ups and downs before her untimely death-- one day after a fateful interview with Howard Stern. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-03-2259 minDeath In EntertainmentEpisode 73 - Bridge of Death: A Deep Dive into a Controversial DocumentaryThe Golden Bridge is one of the most internationally recognized landmarks of all time, spanning over a mile and a half lengthwise and 746 feet high. It's as majestic as it is gigantic, making a very popular site for tourists the world over. On a darker note, the bridge is also a magnet for suicide jumpers. In 2004, a filmmaker shot 10,000 hours of footage and managed to capture 23 people who jumped to their deaths. The result is a fascinating and morbid documentary that's hard to watch, yet just as hard to look away from. Hear the full story, this we...2023-03-161h 11Death In EntertainmentEpisode 72 - The Instagram Lookalike KillerOn August 16, 2022, the body of 24 year old German woman, Sharahban K, was discovered in the back seat of her abandoned Mercedes. But was it really her? This is the story of the Instagram Doppelganger Killer.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-03-0949 minDeath In EntertainmentEpisode 71 - Corey Haim: From Hollywood to HellCorey Haim was one of the biggest stars of the 1980s. As the years went on Corey became consumed with drug abuse and dwindling opportunities. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-03-041h 03Death In EntertainmentEpisode 70 - Philip Seymour Hoffman: The Actor's StruggleFew actors are as fun to watch as Philip Seymour Hoffman. He could play anything and go anywhere: Comedy - Drama - Arthouse - Blockbuster. A true actor's actor with rare mass appeal. Over the course of his career, he gave us an amazing array of unforgettable characters. From the vulnerable to the charismatic to the downright disturbed. Unfortunately, Hoffman’s remarkable life and career would come to an abrupt end on Superbowl Sunday 2014 due to drug intoxication. Few people knew the extent of his inner struggles and, by the end, he was too far gone to be...2023-02-221h 48Death In EntertainmentEpisode 69 - The Mysterious Suicide of WWE Star Brian LawlerBRIAN CHRISTOPHER LAWLER was born into wrestling royalty. Yet moved up the ranks without using his father— Jerry “The King” Lawler’s last name. He was on cloud 9 until he would be found dead in a Memphis jail cell. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-02-161h 11Death In EntertainmentEpisode 68 - Hollywood's First Who-Dunnit: William Desmond TaylorWilliam Desmond Taylor moved to America to become a famous Hollywood director-- which he accomplished shortly before being found murdered in his Los Angeles apartment on February 2nd, 1922. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-02-091h 12Death In EntertainmentEpisode 67 - Elvis Part 2: The Continued Misfortune of the Presleys (Lisa Marie & Ben Keough)After the untimely passing of Elvis Presley, his estate was thrown into disarray. Investigations into his prescription drug abuse would go on for years and threaten to tarnish his legacy. There were many questions: Was Dr. Nick an enabler? Did the Colonel work him to death? Did he really mix mashed potatoes with sauerkraut?Elvis's only daughter, Lisa Marie, grew up in the midst of this chaos. Her own journey brought her to Scientology, Michael Jackson and being the sole heir of the Presley estate. Eventually, she followed in her dad's footsteps and became a recording artist, r...2023-02-011h 14Death In EntertainmentEpisode 66 - Elvis Presley Part 1: Leaving GracelandPeople who were around in 1977 will always remember what they were doing when they first heard the terrible news that Elvis Presley, King of Rock and Roll, was dead at age 42. So what caused him to leave the building so darn early? Despite selling millions of records and having millions of fans, privately, Elvis was a tortured man. In the months that followed his untimely death, sordid details about his last days would emerge that painted him as drug-addled recluse -- an image his team worked hard to rectify. On this episode, go beyond the icon: from his...2023-01-261h 33Death In EntertainmentEpisode 65 - The Power Rangers CurseMighty Morphin' Power Rangers was the original 90's spinoff of Japan's hit show Super Sentai. Within it's first year the Power Rangers became a cultural phenomenon. But after numerous injuries, murders and unexplained deaths related to the cast-- fans have been left wondering: is there a Power Rangers Curse? This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-01-181h 22Death In EntertainmentEpisode 64 - A Real Son of Anarchy: Johnny LewisYoung actor Johnny Lewis was hot off his role on Sons of Anarchy and relationship with pop superstar Katy Perry. However, in just a few years he would be found dead in a driveway with his skull cracked open. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-01-111h 05Death In EntertainmentEpisode 63 - In Memoriam 2022 Part 2: Sports Legends, Musicians & ComediansHappy New Year! It's time to wrap up 2022 with the guys at Death in Entertianment! In the 2nd and final "In Memoriam" episode, they go through an incredible list of legendary sports figures, musicians and comedians who left us this year. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-12-281h 14Death In EntertainmentEpisode 62 - In Memoriam 2022 Part 1: Actors, Directors & Other CelebritiesJoin the guys at Death in Entertainment as they recap the actors, directors, producers and other notable celebrities who passed away in 2022. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-12-211h 15Death In EntertainmentEpisode 61 - A Very Phil Spector Christmas! Music, Madness and MurderWhat do you get when you mix a megalomaniacal record producer, a blonde bombshell and a smoking gun? Today’s episode of Death in Entertainment! Just in time for the holidays!Phil Spector is responsible for some the greatest pop songs of the 1960s. He also created one of the most popular Christmas Albums of all time. But that didn't stop him from going to the dark side. His life would eventually turn into a crazy media circus filled with guns, wigs and Navy Grogs. And after one fateful, drunken night, he would be charged with the murder...2022-12-152h 32Death In EntertainmentEpisode 60 - The Senseless Killing of JonBenet RamseyAfter having a perfect Christmas Day as a family in 1996, the Ramsey's awoke to an absolute horror. Who killed JonBenet that fateful day in Boulder, Colorado? We think we know (and it's not the family.) This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-12-071h 43Death In EntertainmentEpisode 59 - Lillo Brancato: From Bronx Tale to Cop Killer?Lillo Brancato Jr. was a rising star before a severe drug addiction lead him to being involved with the murder of an NYPD officer in 2005. Listen to the full Death in Entertainment episode here!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-11-301h 23Death In EntertainmentEpisode 58 - A Woodstock '94 Retrospective w/ Family Guy Executive Producer Alec SulkinAlec Sulkin-- Executive Producer of Family Guy and Writer of Ted-- joins the podcast this week to share his experience at Woodstock '94 where 800 were hospitalized and 3 people died.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-11-2442 minDeath In EntertainmentEpisode 57 - Chasing Waterfalls: The Final Days of Lisa "Left Eye" LopesLisa "Left Eye" Lopes conquered the music industry as one third of the power trio TLC, selling over 65 million copies of their albums worldwide. But underneath the surface of that success, was a woman yearning for more. After years of bad press and personal setbacks, Lisa decided to skip the lakes and the rivers that she was used to and chase waterfalls in the Honduran Jungle. It would end her life on Earth.In this episode:-The epic rise of TLC in the 1990s: massive sales, bankruptcy and the most expensive video of its time. ...2022-11-171h 39Death In EntertainmentEpisode 56- Diary of a Wimpy Killer: Ryan GranthamCanadian child actor Ryan Grantham seemingly had a bright future ahead of him with roles in over three dozen TV shows and films. That is until his browsing history on the dark web and a murderous streak finally revealed itself. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-11-101h 10Death In EntertainmentEpisode 55 - Who Killed Rolling Stones Founder Brian Jones?Brian Jones was a founding member and the original genius behind the Rolling Stones. He spent the mid-1960s on top of the pop world, playing music, making money and meeting lots of women. But despite everything, he couldn't get no satisfaction. By 1969, Jones would be kicked out of the group he helped create, his girlfriend would dump him for his bandmate, and he would be found dead at the bottom of his swimming pool under dodgy circumstances. He was 27 years old, which makes him a founding member of not just the Stones, but the 27 club, too!...2022-11-031h 40Death In EntertainmentEpisode 54 - 2nd Annual Spooktacular! Monsters of Wisconsin: The Halloween Killer & Jeffrey DahmerWelcome to the 2nd Annual Halloween Spooktacular! Last year, you heard the gruesome tale of Ed Gein, the Plainfield Ghoul. He made lampshades out of human skin and hung his victims up like deer. If you thought that was shocking, then wait till you get a load of this year's creeps.We're going to back to Wisconsin for, not one, but two horrifyingly true stories. First up is Gerald Turner, The Halloween Killer (who's unfortunately from co-host Alejandro's hometown of Fond du Lac). His crime was so heinous that it changed trick-or-treating forever. Next, we d...2022-10-271h 47Death In EntertainmentEpisode 53 - The Murder of Marvin GayeOn April 1, 1984-- just hours before his 45th birthday-- Motown legend Marvin Gaye was shot dead by his father. What brought them to this point? That's this week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-10-191h 36Death In EntertainmentEpisode 52 - River Phoenix: The OD That Shook HollywoodRiver Phoenix survived a turbulent childhood to become one of the greatest young actors of the 1980s. He shined in movies like Stand By Me, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and Running on Empty (for which he received an Oscar nomination).By 1990, he was starring in more adult-oriented arthouse flicks like My Own Private Idaho, where he took method acting to a new level -- and received critical acclaim. Underneath his public image, however, was something darker. Pressure and fame got to him. Drugs became his friend. And they would be his undoing. It al...2022-10-131h 41Death In EntertainmentEpisode 51 - The Stingray Took Me Crocodile Hunter! Steve Irwin's Deadly DiveIn the late 1990s and early 2000s, Steve Irwin became an international phenomenon with his immensely popular TV show "The Crocodile Hunter," which showcased the wild Australian Outback where he grew up. The show also introduced the world to his signature and much-imitated catchphrase "Crikey," cementing his place in Pop Culture. Irwin's red hot career was not without its missteps, however. In 2004, he seemingly dangled his baby over a hungry crocodile in front of a large crowd of spectators. Bad press followed, but he shook it off and survived. Then in 2006, there was chance encounter with a p...2022-10-051h 43Death In EntertainmentEpisode 50 - The Life and Death of SNL Star Chris Farley (PART II)The conclusion of the life and death of Chris Farley.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-09-3046 minDeath In EntertainmentPostmortem Minisode #4 - Adrienne Shelly: The "Suicide" That Was Actually a Murder!The guys re-visit topics from the D.I.E. Podcast and expand on them. In this installment we return to Episode numbah 3: Adrienne Shelly.On November 1, 2006, Shelly was found hanging in her Greenwich Village apartment. It looked like a suicide. But why? Her first major movie (Waitress) was about to hit Sundance. And she had a family she adored. Her husband Andy Ostroy set about proving that it was actually murder -- and he did just that! On this postmortem, we discuss all new developments since we first tackled the subject, including the release of t...2022-09-2431 minDeath In EntertainmentEpisode 49 - The Life and Death of SNL Star Chris Farley (PART I)Chris Farley was a breakout star on SNL-- leading to the start of a career in film. But what happens when that isn't enough? We discuss this week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-09-221h 12Death In EntertainmentEpisode 48 - The Shocking Death of "South Park" Voice Actor Mary Kay BergmanMary Kay Bergman was the go-to voice actor in Hollywood. After years of being relegated to mostly kids cartoons, she hit the big time with "South Park," voicing every major female character on the show and creating legions of devoted fans.In 1999, her work on the "South Park" movie would be bring her critical acclaim like never before and even Oscar buzz for the song she sings in it: "Blame Canada." Sadly, she would not live to perform the song at the ceremony. Hear her shocking story on this episode of Death in Entertainment! Send u...2022-09-151h 10Death In EntertainmentEpisode 47 - Inside Woodstock '99: Mark's Personal HellWoodstock '99 will forever be remembered as a complete and utter disaster. A far cry from the original event held 30 years earlier. What was supposed to be a peaceful music festival descended into rage, violence and death. How did this happen? Was it the fault of greedy promoters...or Limp Bizkit? Hear a firsthand account of the madness from a guy who was actually there. That's right. Mark tells his personal Woodstock story, which includes mosh pits, fake mushrooms and a soggy sandwich. So stay calm and try not to break stuff as you listen to this week...2022-09-082h 04Death In EntertainmentEpisode 46 - Living Life in the Fast Lane: The Story of Anne HecheAfter surviving a horrific childhood, Actress Anne Heche found success in Hollywood with movies like 'Volcano' and 'Six Days Seven Nights.' She led the life of a 90's Movie Star until her public relationship with Ellen Degeneres forced an ignorant industry away from her. Heche continued to find work in indie movies and on programs like 'Dancing with the Stars' before starting a wellness Podcast with her best friend during the pandemic. Then on August 5, 2022, Heche crashed her mini cooper into a house in Mar Vista, CA. She was pronounced dead a week later. Details about he...2022-08-301h 39Death In EntertainmentEpisode 45 - The Life of Robin Williams Pt. 2: TragedyCarpe Diem! Seize the day! In part two of our deep dive into the life of comedic legend Robin Williams, we examine his later career: from "Good Morning Vietnam" to "Good Will Hunting." And we discuss his shocking final days: What led to his suicide? Was there more to it than the media led on? Find out on today's episode of Death in Entertainment!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!2022-08-162h 14Death In EntertainmentEpisode 44 - The Life of Robin Williams Pt. 1: ComedyIn part one of our deep dive into the life of comedic legend Robin Williams, we explore the highs and lows of his early career: from his rise through the comedy ranks and becoming a TV Superstar to his ongoing battle with drug addiction (which led him to hanging out in John Belushi's bungalow the morning he died). That's this week on Death in Entertainment! Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!2022-08-031h 33Death In EntertainmentEpisode 43 - Heath Ledger: Accidental OD or Whacked by Secret Hollywood Cabal?Heath Ledger did not live to see his iconic performance as The Joker in The Dark Knight on the big screen. Months before the movie's release, he was found dead of a drug overdose in his NYC apartment. Where did he get his pills? Was it simply an accident or was he the victim of a team of "Star Whackers"? That's this week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every...2022-07-281h 27Death In EntertainmentEpisode 42 - Bobby Driscoll: The Original Disney Child StarBobby Driscoll was an iconic Child Star. The Original Disney Kid. He won an Oscar at age 12. Voiced "Peter Pan" at 15. And was dead and buried by the age of 31. What could have gone so wrong in so little time? This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-07-211h 37Death In EntertainmentEpisode 41- Stalked to Death: The Rebecca Schaeffer StoryRebecca Schaeffer was on the verge of a meteoric rise before she was stalked and murdered at the age of 21. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-07-121h 49Death In EntertainmentEpisode 40- Jackass Star Ryan DunnRyan Dunn was a stunt performer and TV personality best known for his work on MTV’s Jackass before a senseless car wreck took his life in June of 2011. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-07-041h 34Death In EntertainmentEpisode 39- Did Courtney Love Murder Kurt Cobain?Kurt Cobain died on April 5, 1994-- forever solidifying his place in the morbidly celebrated 27 Club. Was it a hurting celebrity's only way out-- or murder? This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-251h 10Death In EntertainmentEpisode 38: Who Killed Twin Peaks Star Jack Nance?Jack Nance was found dead on December 30, 1996, after a violent altercation at a Winchell's in South Pasadena. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-161h 37Death In EntertainmentEpisode 37- Chekov's Jeep: The Tragic Death of Anton YelchinAnton Yelchin had amassed a number of film credits before his tragic death in June 2016. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-091h 17Death In EntertainmentPost Mortem Follow Up #3- Matthew Broderick and Jennifer Grey’s Fatal Car WreckThe follow up to DIEPOD Episode 5– Broderick’s Day Out. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-0754 min