What Happened This Year 1998
People Who Died in 1998
Carl Wilson
Instruments played included guitar and vocals. Co-founded the Beach Boys, a group that significantly influenced the rock music genre. Contributed to numerous albums, including 'Pet Sounds' and 'Surf's Up.' Worked as a producer and collaborated with various artists throughout a career spanning several decades. Faced health challenges yet continued to perform until the end of life.
Continue ReadingShirley Ardell Mason
A psychiatric patient underwent treatment for dissociative identity disorder and authored a book that detailed the experience. The book, 'Sybil', published in 1973, outlined the development of multiple personalities as a coping mechanism for childhood trauma. The case drew significant attention to the condition and contributed to discussions regarding mental health and treatment methods. The story was later adapted into a film and a television miniseries, further increasing public awareness of psychological issues.
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