These Celebrities Died Tragically Young

Chris Farley, 33 Years Old

SNL funny guy Chris Farley was a staple to the show's cast during its golden years. His most iconic film roles were in "Tommy Boy," "Coneheads," and "Black Sheep." He died of a drug overdose at 33 years old, and struggled with addiction openly, and was frequently threatened with permanent termination from SNL regarding his behavior. His manager, Bernie Brillstein, had repeatedly sent Farley to rehab with no avail.

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