On Wednesday, drug dealer Irvin Cartagena confessed to providing actor Michael K Williams with fentanyl-laced heroin that caused his death. We remember other celebrities who died from a drug overdose.
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Marilyn Monroe
Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe died in 1962 at 36 due to a drug overdose. She was known for her work in 'Love Nest' and 'How to Marry a Millionaire.'
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Heath Ledger
Heath Ledger died on January 22, 2008, due to drug intoxicationfrom prescription drugs suchas painkillers, anti-anxiety pills,and sleeping pills.
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Michael Jackson
MJ passed away in 2009 due to cardiac arrest caused by a fatal combination of drugs given by his doctor, with a high level of sedative propofol found in his body.
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Mac Miller
Mac Miller, a singer, rapper, and record producer, died at the age of 26 due to an accidental drug overdose of cocaine and fentanyl with alcohol. He had publicly battled substance abuse.