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Mr. Bennington performing with Linkin Park at Jones Beach in 2007.
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Chester Bennington
Died on July 20, 2017 at age 41
Mr. Bennington was the ferocious lead singer for the platinum-selling hard rock band Linkin Park, known for his piercing scream and free-flowing anguish.
Notable Deaths 2017
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