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On this day, August 23, 1970, River Phoenix was born.
Actor River Phoenix was #BornOnThisDay August 23, 1970. Remembered for his films; Stand by Me (1986), Running on Empty (1988) & My Own Private Idaho (1991). Passed in 1993 (age 23) from "acute multiple drug intoxication" #RIP #GoneTooSoon #suicideprevention #suicideawarness #sad
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My Own Private Idaho (1991) - Campfire Scene
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Keanu Reeves and River Phoenix directed by Gus Van Sant.
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Keanu Reeves and River Phoenix directed by Gus Van Sant.
Thu Aug 24, 2023: On August 23, 1970, River Phoenix was born.
Wed Aug 24, 2022: Actor River Phoenix was born on August 23, 1970.