On April 1st 1984, the day before his 45th birthday, soul singer Marvin Gaye's life came to a tragic end, when he was shot and killed by his own father after a violent physical fight. At the peak of his career, Marvin Gaye was the Prince of Motown; the soulful voice behind hits as wide-ranging … Continue reading April 1 1984 Marvin Gaye Killed By Father
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March 16 2005 Robert Blake Acquitted of Murdering Wife
On March 16th 2005, a Los Angeles Superior Court acquitted Robert Blake of the murder of his younger wife, Bonny Lee Bakley, after a three month trial. Blake had previously won fame for his performance as a cop in the 70s TV series Baretta, but his performance as a murderer in the real life court … Continue reading March 16 2005 Robert Blake Acquitted of Murdering Wife
Craig Hill 