Wilma Glodean Rudolph was born on June 23, 1940, in the St. Bethlehem section of Clarksville, Tenn., 45 miles north of Nashville, and grew up in Clarksville.
John Candy dies. The larger-than-life comedic star John Candy dies suddenly of a heart attack on this day in 1995, at the age of 43. At the time of his death, he was living near Durango, Mexico, while filming Wagons East, a Western comedy co-starring the comedian Richard Lewis.
George Michaelâs manager reveals likely cause of death for former Wham! singer. He was âthe kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist,â Elton John wrote on Instagram, leading tributes to George Michael who died at age 53 on Christmas Day.