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5 Notable deaths
 by glioblastoma

John McCain

American politician and military officer (1936–2018).

Born August 29th, 1936 in Coco Solo.

Died August 25th, 2018 at 81 years old in Cornville (glioblastoma). [ref]

Neil Peart

Canadian drummer (1952–2020).

Born September 12th, 1952 in Hamilton.

Died January 7th, 2020 at 67 years old in Santa Monica (glioblastoma). [ref]

Paul Westphal

American basketball player, coach, and commentator.

Born November 30th, 1950 in Torrance.

Died January 2nd, 2021 at 70 years old in Scottsdale (glioblastoma). [ref]

Jeanna Friske

Russian actor and singer (1974-2015).

Born July 8th, 1974 in Moscow.

Died June 15th, 2015 at 40 years old in Balashikha (glioblastoma).

Kaija Saariaho

Finnish composer (1952–2023).

Born October 14th, 1952 in Helsinki. [ref]

Died June 2nd, 2023 at 70 years old in Paris (glioblastoma). [ref]

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