1980

John Lennon was murdered on December 8, 1980.

John Lennon

John Lennon, born John Winston Lennon on October 9, 1940, in Liverpool, England, was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music and pop culture. A singer, songwriter, and peace activist, Lennon rose to global fame as a founding member of The Beatles, a band whose impact on music, society, and culture is still felt today. His career spanned beyond The Beatles, as he became an outspoken activist for peace and a solo artist whose work continues to inspire generations. Lennon’s life was marked by creativity, rebellion, and an unwavering desire to change the world through art, though it…
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