The Corpse of Drew Barrymore’s Grandfather Was Stolen for One Last Celebration

John Barrymore came from a long line of theater actors. He himself first appeared on stage alongside his father in 1900, and in 1903 officially began his career, starring in the likes of Justice (1916) and Richard III (1920). His greatest role was his 1992 appearance in Hamlet, for which he was dubbed “the greatest living American tragedian.”

Barrymore also starred in a slew of silent films, most notably Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920), Sherlock Holmes (1922) and Beau Brummel (1924). He later made the transition to sound movies, starring in the likes of Grand Hotel (1932) and Midnight (1939).

On May 29, 1942, Barrymore died at the age of 60 from pneumonia and cirrhosis. What happened next has been the subject of many rumors. It’s alleged his friends, Errol Flynn, W.C. Fields and Sadakichi Hartmann snuck into the morgue where his body was being held, propped him up against a poker table and allowed him to experience one final celebration.
As it turns out, these rumors are true! In an August 2020 episode of the popular YouTube series Hot Ones, the acting legend’s granddaughter, Drew Barrymore, revealed his corpse had actually been stolen.

“Not only yes, but there have been cinematic interpretations of it,” she exclaimed. Those interpretations include S.O.B., starring Julie Andrews, and allegedly the 1989 comedy Weekend at Bernie’s, in which two friends pretend their deceased boss is alive.

Barrymore added that she wants the same to happen to her. “I will say this, I hope my friends do the same for me. That is the kind of spirit I can get behind. Just prop the old bag up, let’s have a few rounds.

“I think death comes with so much morose sadness and I understand that, but if it’s okay, just for me, if everybody could be really happy and celebratory and have a party, that would be my preference.”
Vintage Hollywood certainly was a different era…

Avoid leaving your charger plugged in without your phone: Here are the top 3 reasons why

Always Unplug Your Charger When Not in Use: Here Are 3 Important Reasons

Many of us have the habit of leaving chargers plugged in after our devices are fully charged, but there are some hidden risks with this practice that you might not know. Here’s why unplugging chargers is important:

Risks of Leaving Chargers Plugged In

1. Constant Power Drain: Even when not actively charging, a plugged-in charger uses a small amount of power. Although this “vampire energy” consumption seems minor, it adds up over time, increasing your electricity bill and contributing to energy waste.
2. Overheating Risk: Leaving a charger continuously connected can cause it to overheat. This heat buildup can gradually damage internal components, like capacitors, shortening the charger’s lifespan.
3. Fire Hazard: Though uncommon, plugged-in chargers can become a fire risk, especially if a power surge causes them to overheat. In rare cases, this may lead to smoking or even ignition, posing a serious fire hazard.
4. Electrical Safety Concerns: Exposed cords of constantly plugged-in chargers can be a risk in homes with young children or pets, where chewing or tampering could lead to electric shock.

Safety Tips

• Unplug When Not in Use: Avoid leaving chargers in outlets when not charging to reduce power waste and lower overheating risk.
• Inspect Regularly: Check your chargers for wear or damage, replacing them as needed.
• Keep Out of Reach: Ensure chargers are stored safely, away from children and pets, to prevent accidents.

Taking these simple steps can enhance home safety and extend the life of your chargers. Share these tips with friends and family to help keep everyone safe.