PHOTOS: Celebs who died at 27 years old

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Monday, August 8, 2016
Bryan Clauson, considered the top dirt-track racer in the country, died from injuries suffered in an accident
Anton Yelchin died on June 19, 2016 after his Cherokee pinned him between a mailbox and a security fence
Brian Jones, guitarist of The Rolling Stones, was discovered floating face down in a pool on July 3, 1969.
Jimi Hendrix died on September 18, 1970, as a result of a drug overdose
Amy Winehouse died on July 23, 2011, from accidental alcohol poisoning.
Nirvana lead singer and guitarist Kurt Cobain committed suicide at his home in Seattle on April 8, 1994.
Members of the Doors -- from left, John Densmore, Robbie Krieger, Ray Manzarek and Jim Morrison. Morrison was found dead in a Paris apartment bathtub on July 3, 1971.
Blues/rock singer Janis Joplin died on October 4, 1970.
Cpl. Pat Tillman died via friendly fire in Afghanistan on April 22, 2004.
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PHOTOS: Celebs who died at 27 years oldBryan Clauson, considered the top dirt-track racer in the country, died from injuries suffered in an accident
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A look back at some of the memorable figures in pop culture who have died at age 27.