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Autopsy: The Last Hours of... Season 6, Episode 6: Maurice Gibb
Maurice Gibb was one third of global mega band, The Bee Gees. In a career spanning four decades, they sold over 220 million records. They were best known for their disco classics, high pitched singing voices, and boufant hairstyles. Whilst his brothers sang lead vocals, Maurice was the hidden talent that held the band together, considered by insiders to be the musical director. But on Wednesday January 8th, 2003, Maurice Gibb collapsed in agony at his Miami home. He died 4 days later, aged just 53. According to witnesses Maurice Gibb’s death came out of nowhere. So why Maurice went from healthy to collapse to death in 4 days is a mystery. Now forensic examiner Dr. Michael Hunter investigates the forensic evidence. Watch Autopsy: The Last Hours of... Season 6, Episode 6 Maurice Gibb in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Autopsy: The Last Hours of... Season 6, Episode 6 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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