Elvis Presley, 42 Years Old
The King of Rock and Roll suffered from cardiac arrest when he was 42, which put a permanent halt on his iconic career. The musical legend has remained a source of inspiration within the industry since his death. His influence within the rock and blues genres has granted him the title of best-selling solo artist of all time. At age 36, he won the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He also received a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2018.