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As both struggled with substance addiction, their lifestyle became increasingly detrimental. Reports suggest that Pam's heroin use further complicated Jim’s battles with alcoholism and overall mental health. Friends and acquaintances noted that their relationship was as intoxicating as it was toxic, marking a dual-edged sword in Jim's life narrative.
The Shadow of the 27 Club
Morrison’s tragic death on July 3, 1971, in Paris, at the age of 27, thrust him into the infamous "27 Club" — a term used to describe the tragic fate of several other iconic musicians like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and Jim's near-namesake Brian Jones. Romero's death was shrouded in mystery, his body discovered in a bathtub, and the cause of death cited as heart failure.