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Chyna
American professional wrestler and actress (1969-2016).
Born December 27th, 1969 in Rochester.
Died April 17th, 2016 at 46 years old in Redondo Beach (drug overdose). [ref]
Barbara Bush
First lady of the united states (1989—1993).
Born June 8th, 1925 in Manhattan. [ref]
Died April 17th, 2018 at 92 years old in Houston (pulmonary emphysema). [ref]
Linda McCartney
American photographer, musician and animal rights activist (1941–1998).
Born September 24th, 1941 in Scarsdale.
Died April 17th, 1998 at 56 years old in Tucson (breast cancer).
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