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3 Notable deaths
by cancer, esophageal cancer
Jean Hagen
American actress (1923-1977).
Born August 3rd, 1923 in Chicago. [ref]
Died August 29th, 1977 at 54 years old in Los Angeles (cancer, esophageal cancer).
Big Bill Broonzy
American blues singer, songwriter and guitarist.
Born June 26th, 1893 in Scott County. [ref]
Died August 15th, 1958 at 65 years old in Chicago (cancer, esophageal cancer). [ref]
Charles Gwathmey
American architect.
Born June 19th, 1938 in Charlotte.
Died August 3rd, 2009 at 71 years old in Manhattan (cancer, esophageal cancer). [ref]
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