Killing the Legends: The Lethal Danger of Celebrity by Bill O'Reilly

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In the latest book in the multimillion-selling Killing Series, Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard tell the larger-than-life stories of Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and Muhammad Ali.The King is dead. The Walrus is shot. The Greatest is no more.Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and Muhammad Ali. These three icons changed not only the worlds of music, film, and sports, but the world itself. Their faces were known everywhere, in every nation, across every culture. And their stories became larger than life—until their lives spun out of control at the hands of those they most trusted. In Killing the Legends, Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard explore the lives, legacies, and tragic deaths of three of the most famous people of the 20th century. Each experienced immense success, then failures that forced them to change; each faced the challenge of growing old in fields that privilege youth; and finally, each became isolated, cocooned by wealth but vulnerable to the demands of those in their innermost circles. Dramatic, insightful, and immensely entertaining, Killing the Legends is the twelfth book in O'Reilly and Dugard's Killing series: the most popular series of narrative history books in the world, with more than 18 million copies in print.

  • Product Features

    • Author - Bill O'Reilly
    • Publisher - St. Martin's Publishing Group
    • Publication Date - 09-27-2022
    • Page Count - 304
    • Hardcover
    • Adult
    • U.S. History
    • Product Dimensions - 6.1 W x 9.2 H x 0.9 D
    • ISBN-13 - 9781250283306

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3 years ago
from Alexandria, VA

Ten top ideas from the book

1. The culture of celebrity is toxic and dangerous, as it often leads to people making poor decisions and engaging in risky behaviors. 2. Celebrity worship can lead to unhealthy and obsessive behavior, such as stalking or cyberbullying. 3. Many celebrities struggle with mental health issues, which are often exacerbated by the pressure of fame. 4. The media and entertainment industry often exploit celebrities for financial gain, leading to exploitation and abuse. 5. Celebrity scandals and scandals can have serious consequences, including damage to reputation and career. 6. The fame and fortune that come with celebrity often lead to a false sense of invincibility, leading celebrities to engage in risky and irresponsible behaviors. 7. The pressure to maintain a certain image can lead celebrities to engage in unhealthy behaviors, such as substance abuse or disordered eating. 8. The constant scrutiny and paparazzi attention can take a toll on celebrities' mental health and well-being. 9. Many celebrities struggle with the loss of privacy and personal autonomy that comes with fame. 10. The pressure to maintain a certain image can lead celebrities to engage in cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery, which can be risky and unhealthy.

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3 years ago

Entertaining and dramatic

Such a great book: Elvis, Lennon, and Ali, three of the most significant and exciting people of the era, all revealed here at their best but also as they fell to age, to hangers-on and users, and to their own addictions and problems. Another winner from O’Reilly and Dugard.

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3 years ago
from Utah

Best book of the year

I love this book. More than that I love the writing and accurate research Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard have revealed. Such a great history book! Thank you both.

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