Last Days

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Last Days explores the final days of some of the biggest icons in sports and entertainment, breaking down precisely what led to the passing of figures who were larger than life but somehow even bigger in death. Derek Kaufman and Jason Beckerman debunk the myths, unpack the tragedies, and tell the real stories behind the most fascinating celebrity deaths. 

  1. HÁ 4 DIAS

    Ep. 117 - Elvis Presley

    On August 16, 1977, Elvis Presley – the groundbreaking performer whose voice, swagger, and style changed the face of American music – died at the age of 42. Presley’s career was defined by explosive success, from his early rockabilly hits like Hound Dog and Jailhouse Rock, to sweeping ballads like Can’t Help Falling in Love and It’s Now or Never. With 18 No. 1 singles and over a billion records sold worldwide, he became not just the King of Rock and Roll, but a symbol of cultural transformation in postwar America. Yet his later years were marked by personal isolation and a growing dependence on prescription drugs, culminating in his untimely death at Graceland, his Memphis home. Still, his influence endures—through music, fashion, and film—and his legacy as one of the most electrifying and iconic figures of the 20th century remains unshakable. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    27min
  2. Special Episode: George Wendt

    21 DE MAI.

    Special Episode: George Wendt

    On May 20, 2025, George Wendt—the beloved actor best known for playing Norm on Cheers—died at the age of 76. His passing marked the end of an era for fans of the iconic sitcom and the golden age of network television. But beyond the barstool banter and sitcom stardom, Wendt's legacy lives on as a symbol of blue-collar charm, comedic timing, and the kind of everyman warmth that made Norm a household name across generations. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    12min
  3. Ep. 116 - Bruce Lee

    19 DE MAI.

    Ep. 116 - Bruce Lee

    On July 20, 1973, Bruce Lee—the martial arts icon who nearly singlehandedly transformed action cinema in the 60s and 70s—died suddenly in Hong Kong at the age of 32. His untimely death shocked the world and left behind a whirlwind of rumors, controversy, and unanswered questions. But even as speculation swirled, Lee’s legend only grew as a revolutionary figure who shattered stereotypes, redefined fight choreography, and brought Eastern philosophy into Western pop culture. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    22min

  4. 12 DE MAI.

    Ep. 115 - Jean-Michel Basquiat

    On August 12, 1988, Jean-Michel Basquiat—the visionary painter whose explosive talent redefined the possibilities of contemporary art—died of a heroin overdose in his New York City studio at the age of 27. Basquiat’s meteoric rise from a graffiti tagger in the Lower East Side to a global art-world phenomenon was nothing short of revolutionary. Widely hailed as the greatest contemporary artist of his generation, Basquiat's canvases pulsed with urgency, intellect, and emotion—breaking down barriers of race, class, and tradition in the art establishment. His untimely death cemented his legend, leaving behind a body of work that continues to challenge, inspire, and command reverence, a lasting reminder of genius gone far too soon. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    22min
  5. Ep. 114 - Mama Cass

    5 DE MAI.

    Ep. 114 - Mama Cass

    On July 29, 1974, Cass Elliot—better known to the world as Mama Cass, the powerhouse vocalist from The Mamas and the Papas—died in her London flat at just 32 years old. Her sudden passing marked the end of a career that had helped define the sound of the 1960s, with her warm, soaring vocals and magnetic presence shaping an era of folk-pop harmony and counterculture cool. From her breakout success with hits like “California Dreamin’” to her groundbreaking solo career and status as a trailblazing woman in rock, Cass Elliot’s life was filled with triumph, turmoil, and transformation. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    24min

  6. 28 DE ABR.

    Ep. 113 - Michelle Trachtenberg

    On February 26, 2025, Michelle Trachtenberg – the beloved actress whose memorable roles in Harriet the Spy, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Gossip Girl made her a standout talent of her generation – passed away from complications related to diabetes at the age of 39. Trachtenberg's passing was a heartbreaking loss to those who knew and admired her, following years of struggle with mental illness and the pressures of growing up in the spotlight, but her legacy remains as a gifted performer who left a lasting impact on both television and film. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    22min

  7. 21 DE ABR.

    Ep. 112 - Mitch Hedberg

    On March 30, 2005, Mitch Hedberg—the cult-favorite standup comedian best known for his surreal one-liners and laid-back delivery—died of a drug overdose at the age of 37. His passing cut short a singular voice in comedy, whose offbeat brilliance and shy charisma earned him a devoted following and the respect of peers across the industry. From his iconic late-night sets to his lasting influence on alternative comedy, Hedberg’s legacy as one of the most original and beloved comics of his generation continues to resonate. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    24min
  8. Ep. 111 - James Dean

    14 DE ABR.

    Ep. 111 - James Dean

    On September 30, 1955, James Dean—the magnetic actor whose brooding intensity and vulnerable charm captured the spirit of a generation— died in a horrific car crash at the age of 24. Dean’s brief career was defined by iconic roles in Rebel Without a Cause, East of Eden, and Giant, where he portrayed complex, emotionally raw characters that embodied a new kind of tortured masculinity rarely seen in American film. Though he only starred in three movies, his performances left an indelible mark on cinema, and his gruesome death at such a young age cemented his mythic status as a symbol of unrealized potential and the fragility of youth. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    23min
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Last Days explores the final days of some of the biggest icons in sports and entertainment, breaking down precisely what led to the passing of figures who were larger than life but somehow even bigger in death. Derek Kaufman and Jason Beckerman debunk the myths, unpack the tragedies, and tell the real stories behind the most fascinating celebrity deaths. 

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