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  Top 10 People Who Tragically Died Trying to Break World Records

  Sadly, there are some world record attempts that ended in death. Whether it was Guy Garman – also known as Doc Deep – who passed away trying to set the record for deepest recreational scuba dive, famous daredevil Javad Palizbanian who died trying to break the world record by jumping over as many buses as possible on a motorcycle or Juan Francisco Guillermo who was cycling five continents in five years, but was killed by a truck on the last leg of his tour, these were some of the deadliest attempts to break a world record. WatchMojo counts down ten people who tragically lost their lives trying to set records.

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• Top 10 People Who Tragically Died While Doing Their Job

  Sadly, there are various ways people have died at work: whether it was Marie Curie being poisoned by the very elements she discovered, actor Brandon Lee being accidentally shot on set, race car driver Ayrton Senna tragically crashing his car or Canadian freestyle skier Sarah Burke sustaining a fatal fall during practice, some of these famous deaths have resulted from dangerous professions, while others are actors who died during production. WatchMojo counts down ten people whose causes of death were directly related to their occupations.

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• Top 10 Famous People Who Tragically Died While Performing

  These people died doing what they loved, and were loved for. Welcome to WatchMojo.com, and today we're counting down our picks for the Top 10 Famous People Who Tragically Died While Performing.

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• Top 10 Rich People Who Died Penniless

  It would appear that the people on this list flew a little too close to the sun; and they paid dearly for it. From Bela Lugosi, to Marvin Gaye, to Corey Haim, these stars sadly passed without more than a penny to their name. WatchMojo counts down the Top 10 Rich People Who Died Penniless.

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• Top 10 Famous People Who Almost Died on 9/11

  There are stories of September 11th premonitions saving people from being inside the World Trade Center that day in 2001. In fact, some celebrities narrowly avoided death on 9/11. For example, Gabourey Sidibe was supposed to be in class nearby but overslept, Rob Lowe was on a test-run with the terrorists weeks before, and Olympian Ian Thorpe was heading back to the WTC to play tourist that morning. WatchMojo counts down small choices that saved celebrity lives on 9/11.

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• Top 10 People Who Took HUGE Secrets to the Grave

  There are a lot of fascinating unsolved mysteries out there, and in some cases it’s because people died withholding important information. Whether Benjamin Franklin never revealing the identity of his son’s mother, Ludwig van Beethoven writing letters to an anonymous “Immortal Beloved,” or Maurice Ward inventing a heat-resistant plastic called Starlite but never revealing the formula, these are HUGE secrets people took to the grave. WatchMojo counts down ten of biggest secrets we’ll never get the answers to.

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• 10 Dumbest Mistakes That Got Normal People FIRED

  Some people just have a talent for getting themselves fired in the most spectacular ways possible. Join us as we count down the most boneheaded blunders made by everyday people that cost them their jobs! From viral social media posts to catastrophic email mishaps, these jaw-dropping stories prove that sometimes people are their own worst enemies in the workplace.

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• 30 Major Crimes Solved By Normal People

  You don't have to be a detective to crack a case wide open! Join us as we count down some of the most incredible instances where everyday people helped solve major crimes. From sharp-eyed neighbors to determined amateur sleuths, these ordinary individuals proved that sometimes all it takes is being in the right place at the right time to bring criminals to justice!

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• 10 Biopic TV Shows the Real People Hated

  Sometimes, art imitates life a little too closely, or in ways the real-life subjects wish it hadn't. Join us as we explore the made-for-TV movies and limited series that delved into true events, only to rub the very people they depicted the wrong way. From docuseries portrayals to celebrity biopics, these dramatizations stirred up significant controversy and resentment from the individuals or families whose stories were told. Get ready for some major real-life drama!

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• 20 Horrible People That Fooled the World

  Discover the shocking stories of individuals who deceived millions with their lies and betrayals. From infamous fraudsters to manipulative masterminds, these people managed to fool the world and leave a trail of chaos. Join us as we uncover the dark truths behind their schemes and the lasting impact they had on society. You won't believe how some of these stories unfolded!

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• Top 10 Things Only People Over 30 Will Understand

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• 10 People Who Will Only Be Remembered For ONE Horrible Thing

  Some people are doomed to be remembered for just one terrible act... Join us as we examine the figures whose entire legacies were defined by a single notorious deed! From betrayers to assassins, these individuals committed acts so infamous they overshadowed everything else about their lives.

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• 50 Missing People Who Were Eventually FOUND

  From kidnapped children to those who vanished for decades, these remarkable stories of missing people offer hope and closure. Join us as we uncover cases like Steven Stayner, Jaycee Dugard, and Elizabeth Smart who were discovered alive after their disappearances shocked the world. Some escaped captivity, others were hiding in plain sight, and a few simply walked back into frame.

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• Top 20 Normal People Who Inspired HUGE Movies

  From paralegals to prison escapees, these everyday individuals became the stuff of cinematic legend! Join us as we explore the real people who inspired blockbuster films. Our countdown includes the real-life figures behind "Erin Brockovich," "The Blind Side," "50 First Dates," "The Big Lebowski," "Hotel Rwanda" and many more extraordinary true stories!

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• 10 Respected People Who Turned Out to Be Huge Racists

  History books often gloss over the darker sides of our heroes... Join us as we examine celebrated figures whose legacies are complicated by their racist views and actions! Our countdown explores how these influential people, despite their accomplishments, held beliefs that would shock many of their admirers today.

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