Death In Entertainment
Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling discuss Hollywood's murders, true crime, on-set deaths and more.
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Welcome, dear listeners, come gather around,
for an episode so crazy it’s sure to astound.
The world knew him as old Dr. Seuss,
with his tales full of whimsy and morals profuse.
He gave us the Lorax, the Grinch, and the Whos,
his books were like candy you couldn’t refuse.
But under the hats, the stripes, and the fun,
lie lots of dark shadows, not fit for the s...
Since the turn of the century, American Reality Competitions have gone through a massive boom. From finding out who’s the best singer to eating a crate full of cow hearts— there is no contest this country won’t watch.
For the past 20 years, shows like Survivor and Wipeout have tested the physical and mental fortitude of their contestants. But did you know there have been a number of deaths on both shows? Join ...
How did a young guitarist from Los Angeles breathe new life into a rock legend's solo career? Join us as we explore the captivating story of Randy Rhoads, whose extraordinary talent transformed Ozzy Osbourne's music and left an indelible mark on rock and roll. We'll take you back to Randy's early years, nurtured by his mother's unwavering discipline and passion for music, setting the ...
Los Angeles, California. June 25, 2009. The sun is shining. The temperature is 76 degrees with a slight breeze. It’s a slow news day. Blake Griffin is selected by the Clippers in the NBA draft. David Letterman has overtaken Conan O’Brien in the late night ratings. And The Black Eyed Peas’ “Boom Boom Pow” is dominating the pop charts. But it won’t be slow for long.
Soon Charlie’s Brightest Angel will...
Going to a Six Flags Theme Park can be a lot of fun. You can fly like Superman. Hang out with Bugs Bunny. And wait in really long lines under the blazing hot sun. Okay, scratch that last one. But overall it’s a great time. Unless it happens to be your final resting place. Then it kinda sucks!
Join us for a riveting ride through 2 twisted tales of field trips turned deadly. Please keep your hands and...
Dimebag Darrell Abbott was a guitar legend who left an indelible mark on the world of heavy metal. Co-founding the legendary band Pantera, Darrell’s innovative riffs and electrifying performances catapulted him to global fame. With albums like Cowboys from Hell and Vulgar Display of Power, Pantera re-defined metal in the 1990s.
After Pantera's disbandment, Darrell and his brother Vinnie Paul fo...
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...
It was a beautiful Summer Day in Sarasota, Florida on July 15, 1974. At local station WXLT, news anchor Christine Chubbuck was reading the morning’s top headlines. Little did anyone know she was about to make broadcasting history by pulling out a gun and shooting herself. Many horrified people saw it unfold live on the airwaves. But then the clip disappeared from the airwaves, never to be seen by the public a...
Robert Durst is the son of an American real estate magnate and the subject of Andrew Jarecki’s HBO docu-series The Jinx. Robert is accused of killing three people over the course of his life: His first wife, his best friend and close neighbor. Buckle up for this one because we’re about to go on a wild ride.
Pinch poke, you owe me a coke: It’s time to talk about The Jinx today on Death in Entertainment.
In honor of OJ Simpson's death, we celebrate the life, career and death of the proverbial thorn in his side-- the legend himself: Mr. Norm Macdonald. Ben Kissel joins us in studio.
Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling
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Renard Spivey was the bailiff on the Emmy award winning court show Cristina's Court.
Jonathan Schmitz was an unsuspecting guest on the Jenny Jones show.
What do these two have in common?
Both would have daytime television appearances that would predate-- and foreshadow-- their arrests for murder. That's today on Death in Entertainment.
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What if I told you that you can unlock the secret to unlimited wealth and happiness just by listening to this episode? It's true. You can do it in your spare time – right out of your tiny apartment – without any hassle!
If TV pitchman Don Lapre were still alive, he’d tell you the same thing. He was the self-proclaimed King of Infomercials. Thousands of people bought into his money-making schemes until t...
Tween Popstar Aaron Carter is as synonymous with the late 90s and early 2000s as Y2K, AOL and 9/11. His brother was a Backstreet Boy and his girlfriend was Lizzie McGuire. He was no doubt the flyest kid on the block.
Aaron's career rise had been lighting fast. But then so was his downfall. Aaron’s later years were plagued with family drama, drug abuse and tabloid headlines. It was one long public meltdown...
Brandy Norwood exploded onto the Pop Culture scene in the 1990s. She starred in the hit sitcom Moesha, had multiple hit albums, and even won a Grammy. She was speeding along on the highway of life until it all came crashing down on December 30, 2006. Hear the entire tragic story on this episode of Death in Entertainment!
Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling
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The final chapter of Aaron Hernandez's story.
Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling
New episodes every week!
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Aaron Hernandez was a multi-sport prodigy born and raised in Bristol Connecticut. With a tumultuous childhood featuring abuse from his father, to both of his parents being arrested for different crimes— there was seemingly no where to go but up.
Unbeknownst to Aaron— there was an NFL dynasty 9 years in the making waiting for him 100 miles away in Foxboro, Massachusetts. A path that seemingly would have been t...
Bob Simon was a Veteran Journalist who survived nearly 5 decades covering global unrest and reporting in war zones, only to unceremoniously perish in a luxury taxi cab accident. Who’s responsible? The family points their fingers at the driver, saying he was unfit and reckless. But the company blames the victim. It was an abrupt end for a giant in the News business.
This story and AI Andy Rooney toni...
The internet can be an amazing place. One day you can be nobody, and the next be one of the most famous people in the world. But the pursuit of going viral can have devastating effects. This episode we delve into some of those very stories. We discuss three of Youtube's most infamous Influencers of Death. That's today on Death in Entertainment.
Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyl...
William Holden was a legendary actor whose career started during the Golden Age of Hollywood, starring in such classics as Sunset Boulevard and Stalag 17. He was rich. He was famous. And he was a drunk!
After his career fizzled, he drank himself into oblivion at his oceanfront Santa Monica condo. One night, after a few bottles of vodka, he slipped, fell, and died at the age of 63. Director Billy Wil...
Super Bowl Sunday. Atlanta. January 30, 2000. The Big Game was a Big Thriller and came down to the final play. But the real drama took place off the field. Ray Lewis, a Star Linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens, found himself at a post-game party where a drunken altercation turned deadly.
By the time the clock ran out, he and 2 members of his entourage were charged with double homicide. A media blitz...
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