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American singer (1929–2003).
Born June 23rd, 1929 in Maces Spring.
Died May 15th, 2003 at 73 years old in Nashville (surgical complications).
American poet (1830-1886).
Born December 10th, 1830 in Amherst. [ref]
Died May 15th, 1886 at 55 years old in Amherst (Bright's disease). [ref]
American actor and comedian (1933-2020).
Born September 18th, 1933 in Cleveland.
Died May 15th, 2020 at 86 years old in Los Angeles (cardiac arrest, coronary artery disease, myelodysplastic syndrome). [ref]
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