The horrible myth surrounding Cass Elliot’s death

The tragedy still spurs unanswerable questions.
From The Times

May 22, 2024

Cass Elliot of the Mamas & the Papas was known for her voice and her wit. But for 50 years, a rumor about her death overshadowed her legacy, our critic writes.

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Behind one of the cruelest and most persistent myths in rock 'n' roll history.

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