Freddie Mercury's Death Story

On November 24th, 1991, Freddie Mercury died in his home in London. In this video, we'll answer the question of how did Freddie Mercury die. Freddie Mercury's real name was Farrokh Bulsara. He was born on an island of Zanzibar in 1946. Freddie mercury was 45 years old when he died.

A musical prodigy, who could play anything and sing anything, Farrokh Bulsara (Freddie Mercury's real name) was in the spotlight from early childhood… but not for his musical talents. Freddie Mercury was born with a genetic dental condition that left him with four extra teeth. He was teased by his peers and was shy and quiet. Except for when he was performing on stage.

In 1964, at the age of 17 years old, Freddie Mercury and his family moved to London. And for a 17 year-old Freddie, it was a headfirst dive into “the swinging sixties”. Freddie was known for throwing the most outrageous, wild and lavish parties in the entire industry.

In 1970, a decade after The Beatles, Freddie Mercury formed Queen. For over 20 years, Freddie Mercury, Brian Many, John Deacon and Roger Taylor were the powerhouse of British rock… until late 1991, when Freddie died of AIDS.

Freddie contracted HIV in 1981 or 1982, and it was not until 1987, when he learnt about his diagnosis. But it was already too late. Why did Freddie Mercury die? Here's the answer — HIV had been slowly destroying Freddie’s white blood cells for years. Those white blood cells act as the human body’s shield against diseases. The fewer of them were remaining in his blood, the weaker his immune system was becoming.

Eventually, Freddie Mercury’s immune system collapsed leaving him completely unprotected from deadly diseases. This is when his HIV turned into the final stage - AIDS. And since that moment, his death was just a matter of time, as there was no effective treatment up until 1996.

One day before his death, Freddie Mercury issued a statement to the press and public confirming that he indeed had AIDS. This brought an enormous amount of attention to the disease. He raised AIDS and HIV awareness in an era when much of the discussion was taboo, yet the epidemic was just around the corner.

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Contents of This Video:
00:00​ - Freddie Mercury and Jim Hutton are talking about Freddie’s illness
00:29​ - Freddie Mercury’s death date and age at death announced
00:51 - Freddie Mercury’s childhood and real name
01:10 - Little Freddie shows his musical talent
01:20 - Freddie Mercury is teased by his peers for his teeth
01:38 - Freddie’s teeth story
01:50 - Farrokh Bulsara becomes Freddie Mercury
02:05 - Freddie Mercury moves to London (1964)
02:21 - Freddie dives into the swinging sixties
02:47 - Freddie Mercury forms Queen
03:27 - How did Freddie contract HIV and AIDS?
03:35 - Freddie Mercury and his cats
03:42 - Freddie Mercury goes partying
04:10 - When did Freddie contract HIV and AIDS?
04:27 - Freddie’s HIV illness progresses to AIDS
04:53 - Freddie Mercury tells Queen bandmates about AIDs
05:10 - Last three years of life and last albums
05:22 - Freddie Mercury, Mary Austin, Jim Hutton and cats
05:34 - Freddie Mercury announces he’s got AIDs to the public
05:54 - Outro

[profxavier]

You know what Freddie is still making music & performing in heaven😊😊

[Dr_KL]

He's the best vocalist and musician ever lived on the Earth! RIP. We miss you.

[alonzotanner]

The only person next to Michael Jackson who I’ve ever seen who can easily command an entire stadium of people easily when on stage. Legend.

[viktormunkknudsen]

The work that goes in to these videos are greater then the amount of people watching. I love these vids, keep up the amazing work you have done so far.

[vikkidriscoll]

Carved from marble, heart of a lion, voice like silk and a stage presence that could bring the world to a stand still...
When Freddie sang... you listened ❤

[guarmaz]

Still my favourite Band and singer especially I played 15 songs each day of Queen at 8th Grade those were the good days R.I.P Farrokh Bulsara also known as Freddie Mercury.

[peepnox]

Damn, it’s almost been 30 years without him.

[chwazkek]

freddie mercury along with the rest of queen – brian may, john deacon, and roger taylor, are the reasons why i got inspired and started to play instruments. they made me appreciate classical and rock music. during my darkest days, their music helped me to cope and move forward. i am really grateful for them. queen will always be legends!

[l.a.drn]

Sad fact: On this exact date 11-24-1991, Eric Carr (Kiss drummer) passed away as well.
His death was overshadowed. May Freddie and Eric Rest In Peace! 🙏🏻

[karlamora]

Thank you for creating this, Freddie is one of my idols, RIP 🥺🙏🏼

[deacysmolbean]

Thank you for making this. Freddie is a legend. 👑

[Rye]

I love Freddie voice. His unique style and his boldness on stage . I truly wish he lived longer 😪 . But he will always be remembered forever. My favorite song is radio gaga!

[BigSmoke-sn]

2:39 Freddie didn’t just form Queen. And he didn’t change his name until I think 1970. Here’s how he got into Queen:

Freddie was friends with Tim Staffel, who was in a band called Smile, with Roger Taylor, and Brian May. In 1968, Tim left the band, and Freddie joined. In about 1970, he changed the band name to Queen, and he changed his own name to Freddie Mercury. In 1971, the band found bassist John Deacon, after finding 3 other bassists before, and John Deacon got in the band.

[advaitiyer]

Freddie didn't die, he is just waiting at the end of the race for us!

[fut]

i just like how infographics is a cartoon style but without movement, but in this channel, the cartoon style is REALLY a cartoon style and very well made, keep up with the good working bro

[thechangeofyes]

I hope to be as great as him one day. I love singing and have been getting my singing together and I hope I can become one of the greatest rock men of all time!

[liyaandinnamay]

Awww, thanks a million for inimitable and legendary Freddie! He's simply the best!🔥 We all love and incredibly miss him!
He would be definitely proud of your insanely marvelous story!❤️🌹💯💕💋

[koustavnandi]

Most saddening one till now.❤️💕 Freddie Mercury R.I.P.

[darshankumarsahoo]

Rip legend Freddie Mercury, plus you guys deserve 10 million+ subs.

[johndeaconsfavcheeseslice]

There will never be any singer and performer like him.. Ever. He is unique, his songs, Queen's songs will be heard by the whole world for a lifetime. I'm sure about that.