Celebrities who died with major secrets

Celebrities are often in the spotlight, but some still manage to keep secrets throughout their lives. It's surprising how certain stars were able to conceal facts that only came to light after their passing. This gallery reveals a range of stories, from heartbreaking tales of abuse to heartwarming accounts of stars who were extremely generous.

Curious? Click through to discover the secrets these stars took to their graves.

Sally Ride

Ride made history as the first American woman to venture into space. However, she carried a secret that remained undisclosed until her passing.

Unbeknownst to the public at the time, Sally Ride was also the first gay woman to go into space. 

David Cassidy

Before he died, the singer openly discussed his struggle with dementia. David Cassidy's passing on November 21, 2017 led to speculation linking his death to the ailment. However, the assumption proved false.

In a documentary released after his death, Cassidy confessed, "There is no sign of me having dementia at this stage of my life... It was complete liquor poisoning. And the fact is, I lied about my drinking."

Anthony Perkins

The actor, well-known for his appearance in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Psycho' films, maintained a high level of privacy regarding his personal life. In fact, he silently battled AIDS and managed to keep it a secret until his demise in 1992.

A statement the actor had written was released after his death, in which he explained why he decided to keep his AIDS diagnosis private. "I chose not to go public about [having AIDS] because, to misquote 'Casablanca,' I'm not much at being noble, but it doesn't take much to see that the problems of one old actor don't amount to a hill of beans in this crazy world."

Whitney Houston

Huston's life was marked by successful songs, along with marital issues and struggles with addiction. However, amidst all the public knowledge, a long-held secret emerged only after the singer's death in 2012: she was reportedly a victim of abuse.

George Michael

Despite any controversies surrounding the singer, both positive and negative, it wasn't until George Michael's passing that the world truly became aware of his kind and charitable nature.

Corey Haim

In the '80s, the Canadian actor gained significant popularity as a child star. However, his success in Hollywood didn't just bring fame and wealth. Prior to his death, Haim alleged that he had endured abuse during those peak years of his career.

Feldman has mentioned actors like Dominick Brascia, but the truth remains unknown. A documentary was created to explore this story further.

David Carradine

Carradine was a calm and composed man, and most people wouldn't suspect anything unusual about him. However, those close to him, like his third wife, Gail Jensen, acknowledged his "kinky moments."

Prince

After his passing, it was disclosed that Prince's philanthropic endeavors were conducted with utmost secrecy, as he frequently made anonymous donations, exemplifying his true generosity.

Gene Wilder

The actor's legacy will forever include his performance in 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory' (1971). Wilder's passing resulted from complications of Alzheimer's disease, an ailment he chose to keep concealed from the public.

Bob Crane

Actor Bob Crane, known for his role in 'Hogan's Heroes,' was reportedly murdered in 1978. Upon investigation, undisclosed information about a secret came to light.

Rock Hudson

After a career lasting more than 30 years, Hudson was diagnosed with AIDS in the 1980s, ultimately passing away on October 2, 1985.

Billy Tipton

The jazz musician from America gained popularity in the 1950s as a member of the Billy Tipton Trio. It is said that the musician had been married at least five times and had three adopted children.

The "Tipton story is about the indeterminacy of gender identity," wrote Diane Middlebrook, author of the book 'Suits Me: The Double Life of Billy Tipton.'