15 celebs who died on the set/ while filming

From legendary actor Paul Walker to Gert Frobe: 15 celebs who met a tragic end to their lives due to their acting careers

1)Heath Ledger

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Heath Ledger is counted among those celebs who are famous for his captivating performances. The actor tragically passed away in 2008 from a drug overdose. Before the time of his untimely demise, Ledger had finished working on The Dark Knight and was actively involved in shooting scenes for The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus.

In a touching display of admiration and respect for their dear friend, celebs like Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell stepped forward to fulfill Ledger's unfinished scenes. This selfless act serves as a powerful testament to the profound impact Heath Ledger had on the celebs who were fortunate enough to have worked alongside him.

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2) Philip Seymour Hoffman

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In 2014, the film industry suffered a significant loss with the passing of Philip Seymour Hoffman, a highly esteemed actor who had won an Oscar. Sadly, Hoffmans' life was cut short by a tragic heroin overdose in a Manhattan hotel room. This unfortunate event occurred while he was in the midst of filming The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, leaving only one week of production left.

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3) Natalie Wood

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In 1981, actress Natalie Wood drowned off the coast of California's Catalina Island while on a weekend boat trip. This unfortunate incident took place during the production of her movie Brainstorm. Even to this day, the circumstances surrounding her death remain unresolved, which further lead to fans speculating the mysteries around her demise.