Dead Famous
Mark RandellDead Famous is the critically acclaimed, Top 10 podcast that unravels the glitter, scandal and tragedy behind the lives — and deaths — of some of the world’s most famous people.
Every week, host Mark Randell goes beyond the public image to tell the whole story: the rise to fame, the private life behind the headlines, the final days and hours, the death itself, its aftermath and the legacy left beh... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeSociety & Culture | |||
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In October 2009, Boyzone star Stephen Gately is enjoying a holiday in Majorca with his husband. At just 33 years old, his career is thriving, his future looks bright, and there is little reason to suspect that anything is wrong.
But after a night ou... more
She was young, talented and on the brink of a glittering career. But in June 2003, Laura Sadler, the much-loved actress best known for her roles in Grange Hill and Holby City, fell from a balcony at her boyfriend's London home following a night of dr... more
She was one of the most recognisable women on British television. Outspoken, outrageous and utterly captivating, Paula Yates had fame, fortune, four beautiful daughters and a love life that kept the tabloids in a permanent frenzy.
But behind the pro... more
Karen Carpenter had one of the most distinctive voices in music - warm, melancholy and instantly recognisable. Alongside her brother Richard, she became one half of The Carpenters, selling millions of records and creating some of the most enduring so... more
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- My new favourite podcast
Huge fan of Seeing Red - “a true crime podcast” (IYKYK), so when Mark started this I was all over it. So well researched, interesting subject, calmly & clearly presented. So good!!
Apple Podcasts5Fiona-90
United Kingdom3 months ago - Wow Mark the Monarchist!
I absolutely love this episode Mark. So well narrated. She’s certainly interesting isn’t she? Also, I know you’re not a monarchist, just pulling the piss mate. Well done 🤩🤩🤩
Apple Podcasts5Lisa Green
Australia3 months ago - Fabulous
This is such a great addition to my podcast rotation. I just love Mark‘s deep dive into these people‘s lives and untimely deaths. Having not lived in the UK for over 30 years, ( now in Vancouver Canada) some of these people are known to me by name but I don’t know their stories, and Mark fills in all the blanks. So well done & so well researched, so thoughtful & so poignant. Mark, I love your work with Bethan, but this is in a class all by itself. Carry on the great work!
Apple Podcasts5yorksire lass
Canada4 months ago Really well researched and well told. Good mixture of different types of celebs covered .
Podcast Addict54 months agolevans2380- Love this podcast
Really well researched podcast, I find it so interesting. Love the way Mark handles such sensitive subjects, highly recommend! 5 star podcast
Apple Podcasts5CurlykirstenUnited Kingdom4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #99 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #170 |  Finland/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #174 |  United Arab Emirates/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #175 |  Ireland/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #184 |  Singapore/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #236 |  New Zealand/True Crime |
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What is Dead Famous about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A deeply researched, narrative-driven show that unpacks the rise, private life, final days, death, and legacy of famous figures across sport, entertainment, royalty, and culture. Episodes blend archival context, biographical turning points, and the aftermath, often contemplating fame's impact on personal lives and public memory. The host's empathetic, evidence-based storytelling aims to balance respect with rigorous analysis, producing a compelling mix of biography, true-crime investigation, and cultural commentary. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on humanizing public figures while examining the systemic pressures of fame, media dynamics, and the lasting implications for culture and fans. The format tends to center individual life storie... more
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1. Seeing Red A True Crime Podcast
2. REDRUM true crime
3. British Murders with Stuart Blues
4. The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast
5. UK True Crime Podcast
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Dead Famous launched 10 months ago and published 48 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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