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Corey Haim (1971-2010)
Corey Haim, the 80's film heartthrob who was born and raised here in Toronto, has died at the age of 38 in Los Angeles. The New York Times reports that his death is under police investigation, and that a full obituary will follow.
Haim, who'd battled drug addition, may have succumbed to an overdose, if celeb rag TMZ is correct in their reports.
I have fond memories of The Lost Boys (1987) and License to Drive (1988), and also remember him appearing on the Edison Twins. Rest in peace.
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i had no idea he was from toronto.
RIP
But I truly wish these celebrity types would do something more with their lives, their talents, their money...
At least he died doing what he loved.
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This nails it. Close the commenting.
This is a tragedy. Most of the reports in the Toronto Sun are correct. He was a fixture in the Younge and Eglinton area for years. During my time living in that area I had run into Corey a few times at the local pubs. He was always nice, and always willing to share his thoughts on his past, present, and future. Yes he was an addict. It doesn't mean that he was hopeless. Everyone can have the will in them to quit. It's when they lose that will and give up on their life, then it becomes sad. Corey you were a trooper and always motivated me in our talks. because of you and a few others I strive to achieve my goals on a daily basis. You won't be forgotten, Toronto loved you, we all did. Cheers ol buddy, and god bless.
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Except Corey.
The Two Coreys...not so much.
it's a miracle he didn't.
as mentioned above, at least he died doing what he loved.
Let's all say a prayer for the rollerboy.
Let's hope the memories people have of those who have commented are more positive.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgR0tF1XXRQ
RIP....:(