15 celebrities who died too soon

11. Janis Joplin, The 60s weren’t just for young, upstart male musicians; they were also for female musicians too. And, there was perhaps no 60s female musician greater than the late Janis Joplin, who’s known for hits like “Piece of my Heart”. Her unique singing style continues to capture minds to this day, which is why it’s such a shame that her life ended tragically at the age of 27 when she overdosed on heroine.