Through tear-welled eyes, Justin Trudeau paid tribute to The Tragically Hip lead singer Gord Downie, hours following the news of the musician’s death.On Wednesday, the Canadian Prime Minister, 45, gave a brief press conference before the weekly Liberal caucus meeting on Parliament Hill, and it was obvious how much of a lasting impact Downie had on […]
Continue readingJustin Trudeau needs a hug today, and some tissues — the Canadian Prime Minister completely lost it while talking about the death of his friend, The Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie.Trudeau was a huge fan of the beloved Canadian rock band, and went to their last gig a year ago.He addressed Downie’s death Wednesday, saying Gord […]
Continue readingCanada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is fondly remembering the late, great Gord Downie.“For almost five decades, Gord Downie uncovered and told the stories of Canada,” Trudeau wrote in an official statement.“He was the frontman of one of Canada’s most iconic bands, a rock star, artist, and poet whose evocative lyrics came to define a country.”More: Tragically […]
Continue readingThe passing of Gord Downie is touching the hearts of celebrities in Canada and people all around the world.Downie, 53, died of brain cancer on Tuesday night and the sad news has elicited reactions from fellow entertainers like Rick Mercer and politicians like Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.The Tragically Hip frontman was diagnosed with […] » […]
Continue readingThe Tragically Hip’s frontman Gord Downie lost his battle with brain cancer Tuesday night. Gord was diagnosed with incurable glioblastoma after suffering a seizure in December of 2015.Instead of calling it quits, Gord and the rest of The Tragically Hip announced they’d be doing a final 15-date tour the following summer and played their final gig […]
Continue readingGord Downie, the lead singer and lyricist of Canadian rock band The Tragically Hip, succumbed to brain cancer on Tuesday night.He was 53.Downie revealed in May 2016 that he had terminal cancer, an aggressive, incurable form called glioblastoma. He was diagnosed in December 2015 after suffering a seizure, and then had surgery to remove the […] » […]
Continue readingGord Downie, the lead singer for Canadian rock band The Tragically Hip, has died after a battle with brain cancer.The group announced the news via their website and Facebook page with a message from the rocker’s family.“Last night Gord quietly passed away with his beloved children and family close by.“Gord knew this day was coming – […]
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