Nick Tosches, Gonzo Journalist and Biographer to Icons, Dies at 69

R.I.P.

Tosches was known for his in-depth biographies of Dean Martin, Sonny Liston, and Jerry Lee Lewis, among many other famous figures.

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Published Oct. 20 2019 5:04PM EDT

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Nick Tosches, a music journalist known for his in-depth biographies of Dean Martin, Sonny Liston, and Jerry Lee Lewis, among many other famous figures, died Sunday at the age of 69.

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Nick Tosches, Gonzo Journalist and Biographer to Icons, Dies at 69

Tosches was known for his in-depth biographies of Dean Martin, Sonny Liston, and Jerry Lee Lewis, among many other famous figures.

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Audrey McNamara