River Phoenix's Death, 32 Years Later: Inside the Promising Young Actor's Tragic Passing

River Phoenix died from a drug overdose more than 30 years ago on Oct. 31, 1993, at the age of 23. Here’s everything to know ...
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‘Variety Confidential’: Samantha Mathis Shares Fond Memories of Ex River Phoenix, Celebrates His Impact and Fierce Activism

In the early morning hours of Oct. 31, 1993, Hollywood lost one of its brightest young stars. River Phoenix, the 23-year-old actor whose talent and charisma had made him a generational icon, collapsed ...