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Demi Lovato Death Hoax
The pop singer is still being treated after an overdose but is alive and expected to leave the hospital soon.
Barbara Bush Death Hoax
The former First Lady was the subject of two stories reporting her death not long after announcements appeared that she was in failing health; one was a mistake, the other deliberate.
Did Rapper DMX Die?
A prank Facebook post, and old reports about a drug overdose, fueled unfounded rumors about the rapper's demise.
Morgan Freeman Death Hoax
Morgan Freeman isn't dead, as reported by a fake news site.
Linkin Park Singer Chester Bennington Dead
Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington was found dead on 20 July 2017, the Los Angeles County Coroner confirmed.
Andrew Lincoln Death Hoax
A prank news site tricked social media users into believing "Walking Dead" actor Andrew Lincoln had died.
Was Scott Baio Killed in a Small Plane Crash?
Fake news sites reported that the former "Happy Days" actor died in a plane crash on his way to visit President Trump at Mar-a-Lago.
Clint Eastwood Death Hoax
The actor and director did not die of a heart attack while filming a commercial in August 2019.
Ted Nugent Death Hoax
Despite rumors that the rocker was killed in a hunting accident in Montana, he remains alive and well.
William H. Macy Death Hoax
A prank news site falsely claimed 'Shameless' star William H. Macy died of a heart attack 'last night.'
Celebrity Death Hoax: Sherri Shepherd
A fake news web site falsely claimed that actress-comedian Sherri Shepherd passed away of a heart attack at age 49.
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