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Mar 10, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: March 10 1988 Singer Andy Gibb Passed Away at Age 30.

On this day March 10 1988 singer Andy Gibb passed away at the age of 30 due to myocarditis an inflammation of the heart muscle caused by years of cocaine abuse. As the younger brother of the Bee Gees Andy had a successful solo career in the late 70s with hits like I Just Want to Be Your Everything and Shadow Dancing.

Despite his talent and early success Andy struggled with substance abuse which affected both his personal and professional life. Just days before his death he had been...

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