Remembering John Lennon, 39 years after his murder in NYC
John Lennon was shot to death by a deranged fan on December 8, 1980 – but his songs, dreams and vision live on through his fans.
Saturday, December 7, 2019 10:14AM
NEW YORK – On Dec. 8, 1980, John Lennon was shot to death outside his New York City apartment building by a deranged fan.
The former member of The Beatles was gunned down by Mark David Chapman in the archway of the Dakota, where Lennon lived with his wife, Yoko Ono, and his son, Sean.
The shocking act of violence was felt around the world. There was an outpouring of grief as fans held solemn vigils.