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American musician (1958–2016).
Born June 7th, 1958 in Minneapolis. [ref]
Died April 21st, 2016 at 57 years old in Chanhassen (fentanyl toxicity). [ref]
266th pope of the catholic church (2013–2025).
Born December 17th, 1936 in Flores.
Died April 21st, 2025 at 88 years old in Domus Sanctae Marthae (circulatory collapse, stroke). [ref]
American singer, songwriter and pianist and civil rights activist (1933–2003).
Born February 21st, 1933 in Tryon. [ref]
Died April 21st, 2003 at 70 years old in Carry-le-Rouet (breast cancer). [ref]
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