Brian Jones drowned on 3 July 1969, aged 27. Two years later, to the day, Jim Morrison was found dead in Paris — also aged 27.
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Brian Jones and Jim Morrison 2
1969Brian Jones diesFound dead in swimming pool — July 3, 1969Brian Jones, founding member of the Rolling Stones, was found dead in his swimming pool at Cotchford Farm on July 3, 1969, aged 27. He had already been dismissed from the band. His death remains controversial. Jones was replaced by Mick Taylor.
1971Jim Morrison dies in Paris3 July 1971, aged 27Found dead in the bathtub of his Paris apartment by Pamela Courson on 3 July 1971, at the age of 27. French officials recorded the cause of death as heart failure; no autopsy was performed, leaving the exact circumstances permanently disputed.