American movie stars died at 34

Here are 3 famous actors from United States of America died at 34:

Elliott Smith

Elliott Smith (August 6, 1969 Omaha-October 21, 2003 Los Angeles) a.k.a. Elliott Smoth, Elliot Smith, Steven Paul Smith, Steven Paul "Elliott" Smith, Elliott or Elliott Stillwater-Rotter was an American singer, musician, songwriter, actor, film score composer, film editor and singer-songwriter.

He died in suicide.

Smith is best known for his intimate, melancholic songwriting and soft, whispery vocals. He first gained recognition in the 1990s as a member of the Portland-based indie rock band Heatmiser before embarking on a solo career in 1994. His albums, including "Either/Or," "XO," and "Figure 8," received critical acclaim and earned him a devoted following. Smith also contributed to the soundtracks of several films, including "Good Will Hunting," for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Despite his success, Smith struggled with addiction and mental health issues throughout his career. His death at the age of 34 was a shock to his fans and the music world, and his legacy continues to influence contemporary songwriters.

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Yokozuna

Yokozuna (October 2, 1966 San Francisco-October 23, 2000 Liverpool) a.k.a. Kokina Maximus, Wild Samoan Kokina, Great Kokina, Rodney Agatupu AnoaŹ»i, Rodney Anoai or The Great Kokina was an American wrestler and actor. He had two children, Justin Anoa'i and Keilani Anoa'i.

He died in pulmonary edema.

Yokozuna was a professional traditional sumo wrestler before he transitioned into professional wrestling. He began his wrestling career in 1984 and joined the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1992. Yokozuna quickly rose to fame in the WWE and won several championships, including two WWE World Heavyweight Championships and two Tag Team Championships. He was known for his impressive size and weight, standing at an imposing 6 foot 4 inches tall and weighing over 500 pounds. Additionally, Yokozuna was of Samoan descent and was a member of the famous Anoa'i wrestling family. Outside of his wrestling career, Yokozuna also pursued acting and appeared in films such as "Pret-a-Porter" and "L.A. Heat." Despite his success in the ring, Yokozuna battled addiction and his weight issues ultimately led to his untimely death at the age of 34.

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John Drew

John Drew (September 3, 1827 Dublin-May 21, 1862 Philadelphia) a.k.a. Jonathan Henry Drewland was an American actor. His children are Georgiana Drew, John Drew, Jr. and Sidney Drew.

John Drew was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1827 and moved to the United States in 1848 to pursue a career in acting. He quickly became known for his stage presence and his ability to portray a variety of characters, both comedic and dramatic. Drew was highly regarded during his time and was considered one of the best actors of his generation. He performed for many years in a variety of roles, including the lead role in Shakespeare's "Hamlet".

In addition to his successful career on stage, Drew also had a successful personal life. He was married to fellow actor Louisa Lane Drew and the couple had three children who later became famous actors in their own right. Drew passed away in Philadelphia in 1862, but his legacy as a talented actor and father to a famous acting family lives on to this day.

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