Tommy Kirk

Tommy Kirk was a classic Disney child actor, starring in dozens of films and making big money for the studio.  But as he grew older, his celebrity status waned until the fateful day when he was cast aside by the industry he sacrificed his childhood for.     Opening and Closing Music Credit: Deadly Roulette by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com/ Promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0 License: CC BY 3.0 https://goo.gl/Yibru5

Tommy Kirk was a classic Disney child actor, starring in dozens of films and making big money for the studio.  But as he grew older, his celebrity status waned until the fateful day when he was cast aside by the industry he sacrificed his childhood for.    Opening and Closing Music Credit: Deadly Roulette by Kevin MacLeod <a href="https://incompetech.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/</a> Promoted by MrSnooze <a href="https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0</a> License: CC BY 3.0 <a href="https://goo.gl/Yibru5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/Yibru5</a>

Episode 40 - Tommy Kirk

Jean Harlow, the Original Blonde Bombshell, was on the fast-track to becoming Hollywood's brightest new star.  But just 10 years into her career, Jean suddenly died, but the imprint she left in cinematic history, will live on forever.   Opening and Closing Music Credit: Deadly Roulette by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com/ Promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0 License: CC BY 3.0 https://goo.gl/Yibru5

Jean Harlow, the Original Blonde Bombshell, was on the fast-track to becoming Hollywood's brightest new star.  But just 10 years into her career, Jean suddenly died, but the imprint she left in cinematic history, will live on forever. Opening and Closing Music Credit: Deadly Roulette by Kevin MacLeod <a href="https://incompetech.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/</a> Promoted by MrSnooze <a href="https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0</a> License: CC BY 3.0 <a href="https://goo.gl/Yibru5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/Yibru5</a>

Episode 39 - Jean Harlow

Annette Funicello

Annette Funicello was America's Sweetheart. Her fans loved her, and she loved everyone in return. A Mouseketeer for life, Annette was the Disney Queen, and she was simply "Annette". The Mickey Mouse Club Music - All rights to Walt Disney Productions

Annette Funicello was America's Sweetheart. Her fans loved her, and she loved everyone in return. A Mouseketeer for life, Annette was the Disney Queen, and she was simply "Annette". The Mickey Mouse Club Music - All rights to Walt Disney Productions

Episode 38 - Annette Funicello

Tim Bergling

Tim Bergling created an electronica superstar named Avicii. Fans worldwide danced to his music and celebrities flocked to perform with him. Even with that popularity, though, Tim was struggling to keep going.

Tim Bergling created an electronica superstar named Avicii. Fans worldwide danced to his music and celebrities flocked to perform with him. Even with that popularity, though, Tim was struggling to keep going.

Episode 37 - Tim Bergling "Avicii"

Luciano Pavarotti

Luciano Pavarotti breathed new life into opera during a time when opera was being displaced. The King of High C's knew how to entertain the masses, and his songs still top the opera charts.

Luciano Pavarotti breathed new life into opera during a time when opera was being displaced. The King of High C's knew how to entertain the masses, and his songs still top the opera charts.

Episode 36 - Luciano Pavarotti

Susan Cabot

Susan Cabot never made it past the B-List in Hollywood. Her career was over before it had ever begun and she eventually lived a reclusive lifestyle until she was murdered at the hands of her own son.

Susan Cabot never made it past the B-List in Hollywood. Her career was over before it had ever begun and she eventually lived a reclusive lifestyle until she was murdered at the hands of her own son.

Bonus Episode 7 - Susan Cabot

Billie Holiday never had an easy life. From birth she had to fight her way to the top, and poverty was the only life she ever knew. And yet she remains one of America's most notable jazz performers.

Billie Holiday never had an easy life. From birth she had to fight her way to the top, and poverty was the only life she ever knew. And yet she remains one of America's most notable jazz performers.

Episode 35 - Billie Holiday

Jon-Erik Hexum

Jon-Erik Hexum had it all. Good looks, a strong career and an adoring fan base. Sadly, it all came crashing down when tragedy struck on the set of his new television show.

Jon-Erik Hexum had it all. Good looks, a strong career and an adoring fan base. Sadly, it all came crashing down when tragedy struck on the set of his new television show.

Bonus Episode 6 - Jon-Erik Hexum

Jim Croce

Jim Croce was finally making it in the music world. But everything ended when a plane crash took him from us all. Luckily, his music lives on and Jim Croce will never be forgotten.

Jim Croce was finally making it in the music world. But everything ended when a plane crash took him from us all. Luckily, his music lives on and Jim Croce will never be forgotten.

Episode 34 - Jim Croce

A trio of sisters from Minneapolis, The Andrews Sisters were exactly what America needed during World War II. But personal differences ripped the girls apart, shattering their professional careers. Tune in to hear their story.

A trio of sisters from Minneapolis, The Andrews Sisters were exactly what America needed during World War II. But personal differences ripped the girls apart, shattering their professional careers. Tune in to hear their story.

Episode 33 - The Andrews Sisters

The Last Ovation Podcast presents short stories on various celebrities and discusses their lives, and tragic deaths. Ranging from Hollywood Classics to current Mega-Stars, The Last Ovation honors those who have impacted our lives through entertainment, song and dance.

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Welcome to Season Two of The Last Ovation! A tribute to musicians would not be complete without the legendary Freddie Mercury rounding out the first spot on our list. Who doesn't need a little Queen in their life? Listen to learn all about one of the greatest musicians in our lifetime.

Welcome to Season Two of The Last Ovation! A tribute to musicians would not be complete without the legendary Freddie Mercury rounding out the first spot on our list. Who doesn't need a little Queen in their life? Listen to learn all about one of the greatest musicians in our lifetime.

Episode 21 - Freddie Mercury

Brittany Murphy was at one time the Hollywood It-Girl.  She had it all - beauty, talent and endless film opportunities.  Then, her star began to fade and Brittany struggled to get back to the top.  Suddenly, at the age of 32, Brittany Murphy was gone forever.  Tune in to hear about her life, her career and her untimely death.

Brittany Murphy was at one time the Hollywood It-Girl.  She had it all - beauty, talent and endless film opportunities.  Then, her star began to fade and Brittany struggled to get back to the top.  Suddenly, at the age of 32, Brittany Murphy was gone forever.  Tune in to hear about her life, her career and her untimely death.

Episode 19 - Brittany Murphy

Michael Hutchence

Arguably one of the best rock musicians in recent times, Michael Hutchence died a tragic death at the young age of 37. The lead singer of INXS was a tormented soul who loved too much and felt pain too deeply. Today we honor him with a Last Ovation.

Arguably one of the best rock musicians in recent times, Michael Hutchence died a tragic death at the young age of 37. The lead singer of INXS was a tormented soul who loved too much and felt pain too deeply. Today we honor him with a Last Ovation.

Episode 26 - Michael Hutchence

Brad Renfro

Brad Renfro led a troubled life steeped in drugs and alcohol.  Dead at the age of 25, he left behind an army of friends and family struggling to cope with his loss.  Twitter: @TheLastOvation Facebook: The Last Ovation Podcast Find us on Soundcloud! Reviews are welcomed and appreciated!  You can subscribe to this podcast at any major podcasting app.  Want to find an in-depth library of Celebrity deaths?  Visit Find A Death to find your favorites!

Brad Renfro led a troubled life steeped in drugs and alcohol.  Dead at the age of 25, he left behind an army of friends and family struggling to cope with his loss.  Twitter: @TheLastOvation Facebook: The Last Ovation Podcast <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-678940831" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find us on Soundcloud!</a> Reviews are welcomed and appreciated!  You can subscribe to this podcast at any major podcasting app.  Want to find an in-depth library of Celebrity deaths?  Visit <a href="http://www.findadeath.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find A Death</a> to find your favorites!

Episode 3 - Brad Renfro

Heather O'Rourke

Heather O'Rourke and Dominique Dunne starred in one of Hollywood's most famous horror film, "Poltergeist", and soon thereafter both actresses were dead.  One died of a mysterious illness, the other died at the hands of another.  Today we provide a Last Ovation to these two young stars, whose lives ended far too soon. 

Heather O'Rourke and Dominique Dunne starred in one of Hollywood's most famous horror film, "Poltergeist", and soon thereafter both actresses were dead.  One died of a mysterious illness, the other died at the hands of another.  Today we provide a Last Ovation to these two young stars, whose lives ended far too soon.

Episode 10 - Heather O'Rourke and Dominique Dunne

Jonathan Brandis

Glenn Quinn

Actors Jonathan Brandis &amp; Glenn Quinn had major successes in their short lifetimes, but that success came with a price. For Jonathan, it was the pressure to always be on top. For Glenn, it was the balance of living while in the throes of addiction. Both left this world far too soon, but they've left their imprint on Hollywood forever.

Actors Jonathan Brandis &amp; Glenn Quinn had major successes in their short lifetimes, but that success came with a price. For Jonathan, it was the pressure to always be on top. For Glenn, it was the balance of living while in the throes of addiction. Both left this world far too soon, but they've left their imprint on Hollywood forever.

Episode 13 - Jonathan Brandis & Glenn Quinn

Ricky Nelson

Ricky Nelson entered the world an already-made celebrity. Not knowing what life was like outside Hollywood royalty, Ricky quickly found fame as a television star, a teenage heartthrob and a musical sensation. But all of that ended, when tragedy struck.

Ricky Nelson entered the world an already-made celebrity. Not knowing what life was like outside Hollywood royalty, Ricky quickly found fame as a television star, a teenage heartthrob and a musical sensation. But all of that ended, when tragedy struck.

Episode 29 - Ricky Nelson

Anissa Jones

Anissa Jones was a child star who had a bright future ahead of her. That is until she suddenly realized that in Hollywood, she was a dime a dozen in the land of child actors. Tune in to hear of Anissa's promising start, tragic downfall and sudden, heartbreaking death. This bonus episode was released two weeks ago exclusively to our supporters over at Patreon.com/thelastovation. If you would like to be included in this group that gets to hear these episodes the day they are released, please consider donating to The Last Ovation. Just $1 a month grants you special access to these episodes and more. Please consider donating today. Thank you for your support.

Anissa Jones was a child star who had a bright future ahead of her. That is until she suddenly realized that in Hollywood, she was a dime a dozen in the land of child actors. Tune in to hear of Anissa's promising start, tragic downfall and sudden, heartbreaking death. This bonus episode was released two weeks ago exclusively to our supporters over at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheLastOvation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/thelastovation</a>. If you would like to be included in this group that gets to hear these episodes the day they are released, please consider donating to The Last Ovation. Just $1 a month grants you special access to these episodes and more. Please consider donating today. Thank you for your support.

Bonus Episode 5 - Anissa Jones

John Candy

Our Season One Finale! John Candy was an international celebrity and was a genuine Hollywood Good Guy.  From his cherubic face, his contagious laugh and his permanent charm, John Candy is still missed today.  Stay tuned for Season Two - Musicians, which will launch in August 2017.  Thank you for listening to The Last Ovation.

Our Season One Finale! John Candy was an international celebrity and was a genuine Hollywood Good Guy.  From his cherubic face, his contagious laugh and his permanent charm, John Candy is still missed today.  Stay tuned for Season Two - Musicians, which will launch in August 2017.  Thank you for listening to The Last Ovation.

Episode 20 - John Candy

Patsy Cline

A Country Music icon and an amazing singer who left us far too soon, Patsy Cline has gone down in history as one of the best voices Nashville has ever heard. Still influencing musicians, even today, Patsy Cline is a name, and a voice, we will not soon forget.

A Country Music icon and an amazing singer who left us far too soon, Patsy Cline has gone down in history as one of the best voices Nashville has ever heard. Still influencing musicians, even today, Patsy Cline is a name, and a voice, we will not soon forget.

Episode 23 - Patsy Cline

Marvin Gaye

Tormented by his childhood and raised in a house where a belt was used as a weapon, Marvin Gaye led a tumultuous life.  A legendary voice, Marvin was a soulful King.  Unable to escape his past, Marvin died at the hands of his father.  Tune in to hear Marvin's classics, his music, and his downfall. 

Tormented by his childhood and raised in a house where a belt was used as a weapon, Marvin Gaye led a tumultuous life.  A legendary voice, Marvin was a soulful King.  Unable to escape his past, Marvin died at the hands of his father.  Tune in to hear Marvin's classics, his music, and his downfall.

Episode 28 - Marvin Gaye

Vincent Price is The King of Horror.  With a decades-long career in radio, television and film, Vincent secured his spot as Hollywood Royalty.  With a voice that still sends chills down the spines of film fanatics everywhere, Vincent Price remains dear to the hearts of cinema-lovers around the world.

Vincent Price is The King of Horror.  With a decades-long career in radio, television and film, Vincent secured his spot as Hollywood Royalty.  With a voice that still sends chills down the spines of film fanatics everywhere, Vincent Price remains dear to the hearts of cinema-lovers around the world.

Episode 11 - Vincent Price

Dudley Moore

Dudley Moore was a man short in stature, but huge in talent.  With a quick biting wit, an endearing laugh and a gift with music, Dudley Moore left a mark in the world.  A mark that can't ever be replaced and will forever be missed.  Tune in to learn more about the life, the famed career and the tragic death of this great man.

Dudley Moore was a man short in stature, but huge in talent.  With a quick biting wit, an endearing laugh and a gift with music, Dudley Moore left a mark in the world.  A mark that can't ever be replaced and will forever be missed.  Tune in to learn more about the life, the famed career and the tragic death of this great man.

Episode 15 - Dudley Moore

Aaliyah was a young star who had the whole world at her fingertips. But one tragic flight ended her life and impacted the music world forever.

Aaliyah was a young star who had the whole world at her fingertips. But one tragic flight ended her life and impacted the music world forever.

Episode 32 - Aaliyah

Dorothy Dandridge

The one, the only - Dorothy Dandridge.  Born in a time when African-American actresses were always treated "less-than", Dorothy pushed through boundaries and forced Hollywood to pay attention.  Listen, as I discuss Dorothy's life, her career and eventually her untimely death that left a mark still felt today. 

The one, the only - Dorothy Dandridge.  Born in a time when African-American actresses were always treated "less-than", Dorothy pushed through boundaries and forced Hollywood to pay attention.  Listen, as I discuss Dorothy's life, her career and eventually her untimely death that left a mark still felt today.

Episode 6 - Dorothy Dandridge

Vic Morrow

Vic Morrow's life and career will forever be overshadowed by his tragic, violent death.  A veteran television actor, Vic Morrow was trying to branch out to more motion picture roles at the time of his death.  Sadly, while filming Twilight Zone: The Movie, tragedy struck and Vic's death impacted Hollywood forever. 

Vic Morrow's life and career will forever be overshadowed by his tragic, violent death.  A veteran television actor, Vic Morrow was trying to branch out to more motion picture roles at the time of his death.  Sadly, while filming Twilight Zone: The Movie, tragedy struck and Vic's death impacted Hollywood forever.

Episode 7 - Vic Morrow

Eartha Kitt

Eartha Kitt was a legend who had to fight her way to the top.  Taking on the United States Government and still standing tall, Eartha Kitt proved that she was a force to be reckoned with.  A humanitarian, an activist and a vocal powerhouse, Eartha Kitt remains a world-wide treasure who will never be forgotten.

Eartha Kitt was a legend who had to fight her way to the top.  Taking on the United States Government and still standing tall, Eartha Kitt proved that she was a force to be reckoned with.  A humanitarian, an activist and a vocal powerhouse, Eartha Kitt remains a world-wide treasure who will never be forgotten.

Episode 12 - Eartha Kitt

Sal Mineo

A brilliant young actor taken far too soon.  His murder was senseless; his life was still in its peak.  Tune in to learn more about the life and tragic death of the late, great Sal Mineo.   Twitter: @TheLastOvation Facebook: The Last Ovation Podcast You can find us on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and any other major podcast directory!  Don't forget to Review and Subscribe!  Thank you for listening!

A brilliant young actor taken far too soon.  His murder was senseless; his life was still in its peak.  Tune in to learn more about the life and tragic death of the late, great Sal Mineo. Twitter: @TheLastOvation Facebook: The Last Ovation Podcast You can find us on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and any other major podcast directory!  Don't forget to Review and Subscribe!  Thank you for listening!

Episode 5 - Sal Mineo

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