Ep. 150 - Steve McQueen
On November 7, 1980, Steve McQueen — the massive movie star whose minimalist swagger earned him the nickname “The King of Cool” — died at the age of 50 following complications from cancer surgery. A c...
2 Feb 25min
Special Episode: Catherine O'Hara
On January 30, 2026, Catherine O’Hara — the singular comedic force whose fearless character work helped redefine modern comedy — died at the age of 71. A performer of extraordinary precision and range...
30 Jan 15min
The Look Back - Paul Walker
In this Look Back episode of Last Days, we revisit the life and final years of Paul Walker. A global superstar whose sudden death sparked widespread assumptions that still obscure what really happened...
29 Jan 10min
Ep. 149 - Harry Houdini
On October 31, 1926, Harry Houdini — the world-famous escape artist and illusionist whose death-defying feats made him one of the first global superstars of modern entertainment — passed away at the a...
25 Jan 22min
The Look Back - Amy Winehouse
In this Look Back episode of Last Days, we revisit the life and final years of Amy Winehouse. A once-in-a-generation talent whose voice and songwriting reshaped modern soul. Hosts: Jason Beckerman &...
22 Jan 10min
Ep. 148 - Rodney Dangerfield
On October 5, 2004, Rodney Dangerfield — the legendary comedian whose trademark line “I don’t get no respect” became one of the most iconic catchphrases in entertainment history — passed away at the a...
19 Jan 23min
Ep. 147 - Chris Cornell
On May 18, 2017, Chris Cornell — the iconic singer, songwriter, and one of the most powerful voices in rock history — passed away at the age of 52. Rising to prominence as the frontman of Soundgarden,...
12 Jan 22min
The Ones We Missed In 2025
As we celebrate the New Year, Derek and Jason take the opportunity to reflect on some of the most memorable celebrities we didn't have a chance to cover on the podcast, focusing on their extraordinary...
5 Jan 25min
