Celebrity Burial Locations Trivia

1. Who am I? I was born in 1946 in Tanzania and died, aged 45, in London. Only one person knows exactly where my ashes are scattered. (I trust the organisers of my funeral all have 'One Vision'.)

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Answer: Freddy Mercury

Freddy Mercury (b. Farrokh Bulsara) was born in Zanzibar, Tanzania in 1946. A musician, he was the lead singer of 'Queen' and a hugely talented songwriter and performer. Freddy moved from Tanzania to the UK with his family in 1964 and set up 'Queen' in 1971. For those interested in his complete biography, there are several documentaries that follow Freddie's incredible life, including my personal favourite, 'Queen: Days of our Lives'. (I still cry every time I watch this.) There is also the award-winning film 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' which starred the very talented Rami Malek. Freddie's life was tragically cut short when, in 1991, he succumbed to bronchial pneumonia due to AIDS-related complications. He was just 45 years old when he died on 24 November in his Kensington home, just one day after admitting that he was AIDS positive. Freddie had a private funeral attended by just 35 family and friends. The funeral, which was conducted by a Zoroastrian priest, was held at the West London Crematorium and was attended by his long time friend, Mary Austin, as well as his boyfriend, Jim Hutton, Elton John and, of course, the remaining members of Queen. Elton John recounted that the funeral was all spoken in Parsees, which meant very few understood what was being said. Freddy, who was inspired by opera music, had the aria, 'D'amour sull 'ali Rose' by Verdi as the final piece of music played at his funeral. It is believed Freddie's gravestone is in Kensal Green Cemetery in West London, where a plaque was discovered in 2013 which bears Freddie's birth name, birth and death dates, and a French inscription which translates as 'always to be close to you, with all my love, M.' Freddie's ashes were entrusted to Mary to be scattered in a secret location, as Freddy worried that a fan would try to dig them up if the whereabouts became known. Mary scattered the ashes several years after Freddie's death, and per his wishes, has never revealed their location, not even to his family. Prior to his death, Freddy spent much of his time in the town of Montreux in Switzerland. It was here that Freddy felt serene, and it was here that he recorded his last, very beautiful album, 'Made in Heaven'. In 1996 a three-metre tall statue of Freddy, dressed in the outfit he was wearing at the 1986 Wembley concert, was erected on the lakeside promenade in Montreux. The statue is iconic Freddy - he is depicted with one fist raised in the air, while the other is grasping a microphone stand. (The clue btw, was 'One Vision' a song by Queen).

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Answer: Sir Edmund Hillary

Sir Edmund Hillary was born on 20 July 1919 in Auckland, New Zealand. Edmund started climbing when he was in high school, scaling the beautiful Southern Alps of New Zealand. When WWII broke out, he joined the military service as an Air Force navigator. Once WWII finished though, he went back to his passion - climbing. His dream was to climb to the top of the highest mountain in the world - the previously unscaled Mount Everest. And he succeeded. At 11.30am on May 29 1953, at the age of 33 and after seven weeks of gruelling climbing, Edmund, along with his sherpa, Tenzing Norgay, reached the top of Mount Everest. Edmund, an intrepid explorer, didn't stop there though. In 1958, as part of the 'Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition' he became the first man to reach the South Pole overland, and in 1985, he reached the North Pole (by plane) with a famous companion, astronaut Neil Armstrong. These achievements made Sir Edmund Hillary the first person to stand on the North Pole, the South Pole and the summit of Everest. News of Edmund's historic Everest achievement reached Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her coronation and she knighted Edmund in 1953. Edmund's life wasn't all triumphs though. In 1975 his wife of 22 years, Louise, and his 16 year old daughter, Belinda, were on their way to see Edmund when their plane crashed in Nepal, killing them instantly. Edmund suffered their loss by going into deep depression. Edmund did remarry, many years later, in 1989. He was 88 when he died of a heart attack in a hospital in New Zealand in 2008. As a hero of New Zealand, he was given a State funeral in January 2008. An ice-axe rested on top of his coffin and officials in the Nepalese community placed Buddhist mourning scarves on the coffin as well. He was cremated and most of his ashes were scatted over Hauraki Gulf NZ, while a small amount were placed in a stupa in Khumjung, Nepal. In England in April 2008, Queen Elizabeth II, who was unable to attend his funeral, hosted a memorial service for Sir Hillary at George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. This was attended by nearly 1000 people and seems a fitting tribute to a great explorer.

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Answer: Isaac Newton

Born in January 1643 in Woolsthorpe (Lincolnshire, UK) Sir Isaac Newton was a scientist, mathematician, astronomer and author. He is best known for his 'three laws of motion' which essentially revolutionized science at that time. An early starter in the scientific fields, he was just 23 when he developed the theory of gravity. (Gravity being the clue btw.) His ground-breaking works probably shouldn't have come as a surprise to anyone, being that he was estimated to have an IQ in the range of 190-200. Newton never married, and it is widely believed he never had any romantic dalliances. As a result of this, he never had children either. Newton apparently experienced severe pain in his abdomen on the 19th March 1727 and passed out. Sadly, he did not regain consciousness and died the next day, at age of 84 (which was an extremely good age in those times). He was honoured with a State funeral and was the very first scientist to be buried at Westminster Abbey. Newtons grave at Westminster Abbey, reads: "Here is buried Isaac Newton, Knight, who by a strength of mind almost divine, and mathematical principles peculiarly his own, explored the course and figures of the planets, the paths of comets, the tides of the sea, the dissimilarities in rays of light, and, what no other scholar has previously imagined, the properties of the colours thus produced".

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Answer: Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers

Fred Astaire (May 10, 1899 to July 22, 1987) and Ginger Rogers (July 16, 1911 to April 25, 1995) are both buried in Oakwood Memorial Park in Chatsworth, California. Fred and Ginger were perhaps the most beloved and celebrated dance duo in film history. Their first film together was "Flying Down to Rio" (1933) and was quickly followed by "The Gay Divorcée" in 1934. Their other films together were, "Roberta" (1935), "Top Hat" (1935), "Follow the Fleet" (1936), "Swing Time" (1936), "Shall We Dance" (1937), "Carefree" (1938), "The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle" (1939) and "The Barkleys of Broadway" (1949).

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Answer: Manhattan, New York

John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 - January 27, 1851) is interred at Trinity Church Cemetery in Manhattan. Audubon released 'Birds of America' which he illustrated and wrote. In all he released nine volumes on birds between 1827 and 1839.

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Answer: Jamestown, New York

Lucy (August 6, 1911 - April 26, 1989) was cremated and her ashes were spread at Lakeview Cemetery in Jamestown, New York. She died of a ruptured aorta a week after open heart surgery. Ball was already a star of radio and movies when she married touring big-band leader Desi Arnaz in 1940. They continued their independent careers after marriage. Desi constantly traveled with his band, putting strain on their marriage. When she was offered the opportunity to take her radio show "My Favorite Husband" to television, she agreed...with the stipulation that Desi appear opposite her. They created "I Love Lucy," which premiered in 1951 and ran until 1957, garnering immediate hit status. Their marriage lasted three years after the demise of the show, which continues to be shown worldwide in reruns.

From Quiz Son of Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Jimi Hendrix

The revolutionary guitarist (November 27, 1942 - September 18, 1970) played the US National Anthem at the Woodstock Music and Arts Festival in August 1969.

From Quiz Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Sandyville, Maryland

Fred Gwynne is best known as Herman Munster from the popular TV show 'The Munsters.' Gwynne was born on July 10, 1928. He decided on an acting career after graduating from Harvard. He had a small part in 'On the Waterfront,' but never became a big star. In 1961 Gywnne landed the role of Patrolman Francis Muldoon in 'Car 54, Where are You?.' That show lasted for three years then Fred was cast as Herman Munster. He wore fifty pounds of padding and five inch elevator shoes to play the part. After TV he had several minor roles in a few unmemorable films then was cast as the Judge in 'My Cousin Vinny' Fred died of pancreatic cancer on July 2, 1993

From Quiz Where Are They (Buried) Now?

Answer: La Touraine, France

The memorable star of the play and movie, 'The King and I' was laid to rest in St. Robert Churchyard, La Touraine, France.

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Answer: Louis Armstrong

Louis Armstrong (aka 'Satch', 'Satchmo' and 'Pops') was one of the most influential trumpeters and vocalists of the jazz era. Born in an extremely poor neighbourhood in New Orleans, known as 'The Battlefield', to a sixteen year old mother, he had, in the main, what can only be described as a troubled and unsettling childhood. But it was clear from an early age that Louis liked music. He joined a quartet singing for money when he was 11, learnt the cornet when he was 13 and started playing in brass bands on riverboats by the age of 17. 1n 1922, age 21, Louis moved to Chicago at the invitation of his ex-band leader, King Oliver. Here his life changed completely. He got his own apartment and started to work full time as a musician. He also entered into musical battles called 'cutting contests,' and it was partly from these that he started to build his reputation. Louis went from strength to strength in the next five decades, impressing audiences with his gravelly voice, his skat singing and his masterful trumpet playing. A national music icon, he appeared in the film 'High Society' in 1956 and 'Hello Dolly' in 1969. His most well known musical recordings are probably 'What a Wonderful World', (a personal favourite of mine), 'Mack The Knife' and 'When The Saints Go Marching In'. The world was shocked when Louis died of a heart attack in his sleep on July 6, 1971, as many felt he was at the top of his game. He died in Queen's, New York and it was in Queen's he had his funeral, which was held with a quiet simplicity, per his family's wishes. His honorary pallbearers included such greats as Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Ed Sullivan and Johnny Carson. Peggy Lee sang 'The Lord's Prayer while a blind singer, Al Hibbler, sang 'When The Saints Go Marching In'. Apparently both sang so quietly, it was difficult for the mourners to hear them. After the ceremony, Louis' coffin, covered in roses, was taken to The Flushing Cemetery in Queen's. Here his headstone, a black granite affair, simply reads '"Satchmo" Louis Armstrong'. Louis was, posthumously, awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1972 for his contributions to music. P.s. if you are wondering how Louis got the nickname 'Satchmo', it was apparently because this was short for 'satchel mouth,' which was a comment on Louis' larger than average mouth and infectious grin.

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Answer: Harry Houdini

Harry Houdini - born Erik Weisz in Budapest in 1874 - was a master escapologist and a magician. He started his career at age 25 when he began performing in vaudeville shows. However, it was when he went to England to give a demonstration to Scotland Yard of how easily he could escape from handcuffs, that his career really took off. Within 6 months of doing this he was earning $300 a week (around $10,000 in today's money). From there, Harry went from strength to strength, touring the world and captivating audiences with his daring and dangerous escapades. At a show in Detroit, Michigan, on October 24, 1926, Harry started experiencing severe stomach pain and was diagnosed with acute appendicitis. Still, ever the showman, he was insistent on finishing the entire performance. After it, his wife, Bess, called an ambulance. The next day, Harry had his ruptured appendix removed, however he then developed peritonitis which sadly killed him a week later. His final words apparently were: 'I'm tired of fighting'. He was just 52 years old. Although Harry was very vocal in his dislike of the 'fraudsters' of the age - mainly people who held seances, as these (quote): 'transgressed both the ethos and artistry of his craft' - he did have a deal with his wife that if he could contact her from the afterlife, he would. He never did. Harry was incredibly close with his mother - publicly breaking down when, in 1913, he was informed of her death. As such, when he was buried in Machpelah Cemetery in New York City, his head rested on a pillow of his mother's letters to him. His grave has the crest of the 'Society of American Magicians' inscribed on it, and a 'Broken Wand' ceremony, held by the society, occurs every year at the gravesite, as a fitting tribute to this great man.

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Answer: Sir Winston Churchill

Sir Winston Churchill was born on 30 November 1874 and died on 24th January 1965, at the age of 90. His State funeral, a week after his death, was attended by representatives from an astonishing 112 nations. His funeral planning began in 1953, under the (rather lovely) codename of 'Operation Hope Not'. In 2002, the BBC did a nationwide poll among British people asking the public who they thought was "the best Briton of all time". More than 1.2 million people voted and Churchill, rather convincingly, won with 447,423 votes. His biggest achievement, of course, was leading Britain to victory in WWII. Though he is buried in Oxfordshire, his memorial is at Westminster Abbey, befitting his achievements. Churchill was the Prime Minister of Great Britain twice; once from 1940-1945 and then again from 1950 to 1955. A great one for quotes and speeches, he was most famous for his 'Never Surrender', 'We will fight them on the beaches' and 'Finest Hour', speeches. (Hence the clue). His last words, 'I am bored with it all,' were probably due to the medical treatment he'd received for the eight strokes he'd suffered in the preceding years. Queen Elizabeth II was said to have had immense respect for Churchill, and in fact showed this at his funeral - when she broke the protocol of arriving last at any event - by arriving before the coffin and family had even arrived.

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Answer: L. Frank Baum

Lyman Frank Baum was born on 15th May 1856 in Chittenango, New York, and died on 6th May 1919 in Hollywood, California. During a varied career, he was a newspaper editor, author, actor and film producer. He had modest success as an author until "The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz" was published in 1900; it became a sensation.

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Answer: Jerry Rubin

Jerry Rubin (July 14, 1938 to November 28, 1994) was a American activist during the 1960s and 1970s. Rubin had traveled to Cuba where he met and was influenced by the political activist, Ernesto Che Guevara. Jerry went to The University of California, Berkeley, in 1964, where he demonstrated for different left-wing causes. During that time he ran for Mayor of Berkeley. After he lost he became more active in political protest. He led several anti-Vietnam war protests and was a founding member of the Youth International Party or Yippies with Abbie Hoffman. In 1968 Rubin traveled to Chicago to lead the disruptive demonstrations at the Democratic National Convention. He led a sit-in and a large anti-war march on August 28, 1968 that resulted in a violent confrontation with police. This incident led to his arrest and that of seven others. The 'Chicago 7' included Rubin and seven others, Abbie Hoffman, Bobby Seale, Tom Hayden, John Froines, David Dellinger, Lee Weiner and Rennie Davis. I know that totals eight, but Bobby Seale was removed from the case for contempt of court and received a separate trial. Rubin was found not guilty on all charges. Five other were found guilty of crossing state lines with the intention of inciting a riot, the charges were appealed and overturned. Jerry is interred at the Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery in Culver City, California. David Dellinger (August 22, 1915 to May 25, 2004). Bobby Seale (October 22, 1936). Seale was the defendant who was bound and gagged during the trial, which was a result of his contempt charge. Abbot 'Abbie' Hoffman (November 30, 1936 to April 12, 1989), Hoffman committed suicide.

From Quiz Third Cousin of Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Tiny Tim (April 12, 1932 - November 30, 1996) was born Herbert Khaury. He was known for his trilling rendition of "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" while playing the ukulele (poorly). He was married on live television to 'Miss Vicky.' His career which was solely based on one song had him working constantly. He had fear of public bathrooms...wearing adult diapers away from home. Tiny is buried with a ukulele at Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis.

From Quiz Celebrity Burial Locations: Rerun Division

Answer: Cremated, whereabouts unknown.

Desi (March 2, 1917 - December 2, 1986) was cremated and the whereabouts of his cremains are unknown. He died of lung cancer. Arnaz married Lucille Ball in 1940. Arnaz was the co-star of "I Love Lucy" from 1951 - 1957. Lucy and Desi were the founders of Desilu Productions, a prolific TV production company. They divorced in 1960. Lucy then bought Desi's share of Desilu for three million dollars. Desi rapidly fell from the limelight and began drinking and gambling heavily. Lucy reformatted the show into "The Lucy Show" then "Here's Lucy" keeping her on prime-time US television until 1974 and worldwide reruns forever.

From Quiz Son of Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Corsier-Sur-Vevey, Switzerland

Chaplin's remains were stolen in March 1978 from the small cemetery. A ransom note was sent to his widow, Oona O'Neill Chaplin for $600,000.00. The grave robbers were arrested and one of the two men served four years in jail. Charlie (April 16, 1889 - December 25, 1977) was re-interred in the same cemetery, this time in a sealed concrete vault.

From Quiz Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Hollywood Hills, California

Freddie was born on June 22, 1954 to Puerto Rican and Hungarian parents in New York City. In 1974, Prinze landed the role of Chico Rodriguez in the hit series "Chico and the Man"; which ran on television from 1974 to 1977. "Chico and the Man" was one of the top rated television programs from 1974 through 1977. One has to wonder why Prinze decided to take his own life on January 29, 1977 while being at the top of his career (which was still in the process of blooming). One might think that Freddie Prinze could not cope with success. Even after Freddie's death, "Chico and the Man" was still being shown on television. Eventually, the show faded for many years, until reruns started to be shown. Freddie Prinze had one child, Freddie Prinze, Jr., with his wife, Kathy Prinze.

From Quiz Where Are They (Buried) Now?

Answer: Huntington, New York

The singer and songwriter responsible for 'Cats in the Cradle' among others is buried in Huntington Rural Cemetery, Huntington, New York.

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Answer: George Reeves

George Reeves was born George Keefer Brewer in 1914. An American actor, he is most famous for his role of 'Superman' in the TV series 'The Adventures of Superman'. (Btw George Reeves is absolutely no relation to Christopher Reeve, who was also a Superman; the closeness of the surnames is purely coincidental.) George studied acting at the Pasadena Playhouse in California before starting his career at age 25 in 1939 with a small role in 'Gone with the Wind'. Though he took on many minor roles, it wasn't until 1951 when he was offered the role of Superman, that he became a household name. All up, he was contracted to the Superman series from 1952 to 1958, making it difficult for George to take on other projects; however he did manage a part in 'From Here to Eternity' in 1953. George wasn't thrilled with being typecast as a TV series action hero (the 'hero' bit was fine, it was the 'TV' bit he objected to as TV was seen as the inferior medium.) Having said that, it is estimated that 'Superman' had an annual audience of 35 million viewers. George did embrace his celebrity when small children were around though, even giving up smoking so he would be seen as a good role model. He also had a few 'moments' with fans, when small children would kick or punch him, believing he was impervious to pain. One child took this too far, pulling a Luger pistol on George. The boy's intention, before George convinced him to put the gun down, was to shoot George to test if Superman was really invincible. George, unfortunately wasn't, and on June 16, 1959, his naked body was found in his bedroom with a gunshot wound to the head. Though George's death was ruled a suicide - as he was cited as being depressed - there is, even today, controversy surrounding his death. To some, the evidence suggested a possible accident or foul play - since there were no fingerprints found on the gun and no gunpowder residue found on George. 45 year-old George was laid to rest in the Mountain View Cemetery in Altadena, California, where his ashes are contained in a crypt in the Pasadena Mausoleum. A memorial plaque, written by his mother, reads 'My Beloved Son - "Superman" - George Bessolo Reeves - Jan.6.1914 - June.16.1959'. In 1960 he received, posthumously, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Answer: Mel Blanc

Mel Blanc was born Melvin Jerome Blank in 1908. He was a voice actor and also a radio personality. Although he did character voices for a number of radio shows in his early career, his real fame came when animated TV shows were created. It was at this time that he became known in the industry as 'The Man of a Thousand Voices'. While he did over four hundred character voices over the years, most of us will know him as the voices of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tweety Bird, Yosemite Sam and Barney Rubble. Mel also composed a few songs, one of which sold over 2 million copies and was called 'I Tawt I Taw a Puddy Tat'. (I remember singing this song as a child). Mel had a narrative he liked to tell, which revolved around the car accident he had in 1969 which left him in a coma for 3 months. He said he woke from his coma to his doctor saying 'Good Morning Bugs Bunny, how are you today?' To which Mel swore he replied (in an unconscious state), 'What's up Doc?' Mel Blanc was a smoker from age 9 which caused him health problems in later life - primarily emphysema. In 1989, his family had him hospitalised when they saw he had a bad cough. Mel was diagnosed with coronary artery disease, and, after being in hospital for two months, he died from complications of both emphysema and heart disease. He was 82. Mel is buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery in the US. The tagline of every Warner Bros. cartoon, 'That's all, folks!' became the epitaph on his gravestone (at Mel's request), along with the words 'Man of 1000 voices'. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contribution to radio, and, in 1985, his character, Bugs Bunny, got a Hollywood star too!

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Answer: Spike Milligan

'Spike' Milligan (MBE) was born 'Terence Alan Milligan' in India in 1918 where he spent a lot of his childhood before moving to the UK in 1931. Spike Milligan was an actor, writer, poet and playwright who was perhaps best known for his rather irreverent, whacky style of comedy. In 1951, he, Harry Secombe, Peter Sellers and Michael Bentine created a comedy sketch program for BBC Radio which was broadcast as 'Crazy People'. A year later, it was renamed 'The Goon Show' and it is this he is most famous for, along with his cameo role in 'Monty Python's Life of Brian'. He was the last surviving member of the Goons until he died of kidney failure in 2002 at age 83. Perhaps not widely known is that he was very close friends with King Charles III. In 1981, the (then) Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer were sent a poem from Milligan just before their marriage penned under the name of 'MacGoonical'. It was delivered to Buckingham Palace on a giant 3-foot-9-inch parchment scroll. Milligan also sent a telegram to Lady Diana Spencer on the eve of the wedding saying: 'This is your last chance. Marry me'. She didn't, but hopefully got a laugh. A funny man to the last, Milligan had some very enjoyable quotes. I particularly liked these: 'I'm not afraid of dying; I just don't want to be there when it happens'. 'A sure cure for seasickness is to sit under a tree.'

From Quiz Even More Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Harry Houdini & Houdini

Erich 'Harry Houdini' Weiss (March 24, 1874 to October 31, 1926) was a magician and escape artist born in Budapest, Hungary. Early in life Weiss entertained as a trapeze artist at a young age. He then became a professional magician and took the name 'Harry Houdini'. It was reported that he took the name because he admired the French magician Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin, he added the 'i' because he thought it would mean 'like Houdin'. Harry was most noted for his amazing escapes. He would be handcuffed, straitjacketed and hung upside down in a tank of water and got out of it alive. His escapes are remarkable even today. Harry's died of peritonitis secondary to a ruptured appendix. Reports say that he was killed when he received multiple blows to the abdomen during a show, with permission. The person who hit him did it before Houdini had the time to prepare himself properly. In reality he had appendicitis for several days before the stunt and refused medical attention. The abdominal hits may have helped hasten his death but he died of peritonitis from a ruptured appendix. Houdini is buried in the Machpelah Cemetery in Queens, New York, apparently the only place he couldn't escape from.

From Quiz Third Cousin of Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Norridge, Illinois

Siskel (January 26, 1946 - February 20, 1999) is buried in Westlawn Cemetery in Norridge. Siskel was the film critic for The Chicago Tribune. He teamed with Roger Ebert, film critic for The Chicago Sun-Times in 1974 for a television film review show. 'Siskel & Ebert' offered viewers a 'thumbs up or down' rating of movies reviewed.

From Quiz Celebrity Burial Locations: Rerun Division

Answer: Cremated

Contractually, the attractive Vivian Vance (July 26, 1912 - August 17, 1979) was required to remain twenty pounds overweight for the run of "I Love Lucy." When she joined Lucy as 'Vivian' on the "Lucy Show" she was allowed to lose the weight and leave her frumpy character behind. Vance succumbed to bone cancer. She was cremated and the disposal of her cremains are unknown.

From Quiz Son of Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Middletown Township, New Jersey

Lombardi (June 11, 1913 - September 3, 1970) coached the Green Bay Packers from 1959 to 1967. The Packers won 98 games, lost 30, and tied four games during that period. The Packers under Lombardi won five National Football League championships and the first two Super Bowls. Vince returned to coaching with the Washington Redskins in 1969, taking them to their first winning season in 14 years. He was diagnosed with intestinal cancer and passed away at 57. He was buried in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Middle Township, New Jersey.

From Quiz Celebrity Burial Locations

Answer: Glendale, California

L. Frank Baum was the author of the OZ books. Born: May 15, 1856 died: May 6, 1919.

From Quiz Where Are They (Buried) Now?

Answer: Las Vegas, Nevada

The star of the TV show, 'Sanford and Son', is buried at Palm Memorial, Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Answer: Farrah Fawcett

Farrah Fawcett was born Ferrah Leni Fawcett in 1947. Her early career saw her get roles in 'The Flying Nun' and 'I Dream of Jeanni', however she was best known as being one of the original 'Charlie's Angels' (hence the clue). Farrah's other claim to fame, (and probably the most memorable for most men of the time!), was her 'red swimsuit' poster, which sold, in one year alone (1976), six million copies. Speaking of six million, in 1973, Farrah married Lee Majors (star of 'The Six Million Dollar Man'). Despite them being married for less than 10 years, she continued to use the name Farrah Fawcett Majors on film credits for many years. Farrah had a series of turbulent relationships during her life, including an on-again, off-again one with Ryan O'Neil, star of the tear-jerker movie, 'Love Story.' Farrah had a son, Redmond, with Ryan in 1985. Sadly, Redmond suffered from drug addiction problems in his teens, and over the years he was admitted to rehab no less than 13 times. He also turned to crime, getting many convictions for drug related offences. In 2018 he was charged with attempted murder, robbery and assault. Farrah battled for 3 years with anal cancer, until she finally succumbed to it in 2009. Ryan O'Neal, who many believe was the love of Farrah's life, stayed by her bedside in the months leading to her death, and was holding her hand when she died. Her last words were 'Redmond,' said several times. Unfortunately Redmond was unable to be there as he was in jail at this time on drug and DUI charges. Farrah had a private funeral, led by a devastated-looking Ryan O'Neal at a Los Angeles cemetery. She was then buried at Westwood Memorial Park in Los Angeles. Her gravestone is large, but simply reads 'Farrah Fawcett.' Her son, Redmond, was allowed out of jail briefly to attend his mother's funeral.

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Answer: John Keats

In September 1820, John Keats travelled from England to Rome in the hopes that the milder climate there would help mitigate his Tuberculosis, which he was believed to have contracted from his brother, Tom, who died in 1819. Unfortunately he wasn't to arrive in Rome (due to bad weather and the ship being quarantined) until the middle of November - thereby quashing any hopes he had of finding a warmer climate. He died just three months later on February 23, 1821. Prior to his death, Keats had suffered from negative reviews and criticism about his works from people he admired, and some claimed that Keats died of disappointment over this. This wasn't likely, since Keats had been very ill for many months before his death, coughing up blood and having intense pain in his stomach and chest. He became increasingly more depressed and melancholy as his illness progressed, and was put on suicide watch numerous times. Perhaps it was the combination of these two factors that made Keats think that his life's works would amount to nothing and that everyone would forget his name. As such, Keats was adamant that his tombstone (in the Cemitero Acattolico in Rome) should not have his name on it, and that instead, it should read: "This grave contains all that was Mortal of a Young English Poet Who on his Death Bed, in the Bitterness of his Heart at the Malicious Power of his Enemies Desired these Words to be engraven on his Tomb Stone: Here lies One Whose Name was writ in Water." Joseph Severn, an English painter and personal friend of Keats, who had agreed to travel to Rome with him, nursed Keats during his final illness. Fittingly, he was buried next to Keats when he died in 1879. Keats' last words were, in fact, to Severn: "Severn-I-lift me up-I am dying-I shall die easy-don't be frightened-be firm, and thank God it has come!" 'Ode to a Nightingale' is considered one of Keats' most famous poems, hence the clue.

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