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Live fast, die young: Is there a survival guide for teen superstardom?
Fame’s dual-sided nature has been exposed and dissected for generations. From the rise and tragic demise of sex symbol Marilyn Monroe to the sad descent of modern stars like Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson, the American public has witnessed — and in many ways fetishized — the beautiful and talented burn out too soon far…
Read MoreLee Thompson Young reportedly suffered from bipolar disorder
TV fans were devastated in August when news spread that former Disney teen actor Lee Thompson Young shockingly committed suicide. For weeks afterwards, details about Young’s death were scarce and a specific reason for his suicide is still unknown. But now a new report offers some insight into Young’s depression as it’s been revealed that…
Read MoreLee Thompson Young’s death certificate released
After weeks of waiting, coroners have finally confirmed what many sadly believed that “Rizzoli & Isles” actor Lee Thompson Young died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. According to TMZ, the former “Famous Jett Jackson” star’s death certificate was released yesterday and confirmed that he committed suicide through the use of a handgun.…
Read MoreShocking black celebrity suicides
This week Hollywood lost another young talented actor to suicide. Lee Thompson Young, 29, starred as The Famous Jett Jackson from 1998 to 2001 on The Disney Channel and most recently played the role of Detective Barry Frost on TNT’s Rizzoli & Isles. Many friends and fans are having a hard time understanding how and…
Read MoreAuthorities still unsure why Lee Thompson Young committed suicide
Lee Thompson Young’s fans and Hollywood friends are still in shock over the death of the young TV star and while those around him still mourn his tragic death, police are still trying to figure out why the promising star decided to take his own life earlier this week. According to TMZ, Young didn’t leave…
Read MoreMeagan Good pays touching tribute to Lee Thompson Young
Meagan Good remembers Lee Thompson Young After the tragic passing of a “Rizzoli & Isles” star, a number of Hollywood stars publicly expressed sadness. As previously reported Amber Riley, Gabrielle Union and other stars bid farewell to Lee Thomson Young after the actor took his own life Monday. Now the latest to speak out…
Read MoreCelebrities react to Lee Thompson Young’s death
Celebrities react to the death of Lee Thompson Young After a famed actor committed suicided a number of celebrities took to social media to share their reactions. As previously reported 29-year-old Lee Thompson Young died Monday from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The “Rizzoli & Isles” actor was found dead inside his Hollywood home. Young’s…
Read MoreBreaking: Actor Lee Thompson Young dies
Lee Thompson Young dead at 29 An actor noted for a Disney character he portrayed in the late ’90s has died. TMZ reports that Lee Thompson Young was found dead in his Hollywood home from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Young’s body was reportedly discovered by a landlord who went to check…
Read More10 hottest actors under 35
What do Stomp the Yard, “The Game” and The Fast and Furious series have in common? Tons of fine, shirtless men! Show us a great movie and we’ll show you the fine actor who starred in it. Take a look at our 10 under 35 hottest actors here. – ruthie hawkins
Read MoreActor Lee Thompson Young Talks to RO About Being on a Hit Show and the Value of a College Degree
South Carolina native Lee Thompson Young finds himself in the enviable position of being on the highest-rated show in production on cable – TNT’s Rizzoli and Isles. Fans of the show anxiously await the July 11 season two premiere at 10pm E.S.T. as his character, Det. Barry Frost, finds himself in the aftermath of a…
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