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Celebrities who died from a drug overdose

By Isha Sharma

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Intro

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 intoxication from prescription drugs such as 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.

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