From Dharmendra to Rajinikanth: Celebrities who were victim to death hoaxes
Over the years, several beloved stars — from Dharmendra to Rajinikanth — have fallen prey to shocking death hoaxes that spread rapidly on social media. These false rumours not only alarmed fans but also prompted official clarifications from the actors or their families, reminding everyone of the dangers of misinformation in the digital age.
Dharmendra- Recently, false reports about his death spread widely, forcing his family and industry bodies to issue statements confirming he’s recovering in hospital.
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Shah Rukh Khan – A few years ago, fake news claimed SRK had died in a plane crash, which was later debunked by his representatives.
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Lata Mangeshkar – Before her actual passing in 2022, the legendary singer was targeted by multiple false death rumours over the years.
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Johnny Depp – Social media posts falsely claimed the Hollywood star had died, sparking confusion among fans worldwide. However, the rumours were later refuted by the actor's team.
Sylvester Stallone – The Rocky actor has faced death hoaxes more than once, with fake obituaries going viral before being publicly denied.
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Morgan Freeman – The acclaimed actor has been “killed” by social media hoaxes several times, to the point that his team had to release official clarifications.
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Jackie Chan – Multiple false reports have claimed the martial arts legend died during stunts or accidents, all of which were later proven fake.
M Snehanjali is a Sub Editor and journalist with over two years of experience covering general news and entertainment in digital newsroom.
