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CBS News Logo. Kurt Cobain's death was indeed a suicide, police say. Nearly 20 years after Nirvana lead singer Kurt Cobain was found dead in his Seattle home, the city's police have re-examined the case - including dozens of photos not seen before. Cobain was 27 at the time.
Almost 20 years to the day speculation still rages amongst Nirvana fans as to the circumstances surrounding Kurt Cobain's death. His death certificate stated that he died as a result of a 'contact perforating shotgun wound to the head', and concluded it a suicide.