| Location | Metolius, Near Oregan |
| Age | 23 years |
| Date of Birth | 23/08/1970 |
| Date of Death | 31/10/1993 |
| Visitors | 4,254 since 25/04/2007 |
| Creator |
River Jude Phoenix
23 August 1970 - 31 October 1993
When River Phoenix passed away at the age of 23 on 31 October 1993, he not only broke the hearts of
his family and friends - but also those of his countless fans and admirers across the world. We
were all left to wonder why, and reflect on what might have been.
River was a gentle, sensitive soul who loved everything and everybody. He had been a strict vegan
since he was a young boy - and was often seen or heard campaigning for his favourite charity, PETA -
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. He was also concerned about the state of the planet,
as highlighted in this quote:
"I've just bought 800 acres of forest on the border of Panama and Costa Rica. I want to buy the last
"first growth forest" and turn it into a national park. It's a human tragedy of immense proportions.
Many native Indians in that region are losing their homes daily, and it's going to affect both you
and me, because that's where most of the world's oxygen comes from. The Amazon rain forests are the
world's lungs and without them we will not be able to breath. It's a very scary thought and it's not
too far off."
He was also, of course, a highly talented and respected actor - his most memorable performance being
that of Chris Chambers in 'Stand by Me.' Throughout his acting career, River made some lasting
friendships - Sidney Poitier, Richard Harries, Harrison Ford and Dan Ackroyd - amongst others. Most
of these friends were present at the memorial service held for River, in Los Angeles a few weeks
after his passing.
Music though, was River's greatest love. He was close to sealing a recording contract for his band
- Aleka's Attic, at the time of his passing. He wrote most of the band's songs himself, and was
once asked to write a song for one of his later movies - 'The Thing Called Love.' He did write a
song - 'Lone Star State of Mine,' which he also performed in the movie.
He was a loving, caring and humble human being, who had no care for the Hollywood lifestyle - always
preferring to be at home with his family.
River was a bright, shining star who now shines down on his family, friends and fans - from Heaven.
This memorial has been created as part of angel-river.net.
http://www.angel-river.net
4th November 2009
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✝ • ♥ • ✞ Just Like a rainbow, ✝ • ♥ • ✞
Fading in the twinkling of an eye………
✝ • ♥ • ✞ Gone Too Soon . ✝ • ♥ • ✞
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You've changed my life.
You inspired me.
I cant really tell how much i love you.
I just cant describe it.
All i know that you have made my life complete.
I love you so much River.
I miss you.
When you left
You took away a part of me
You took away my heart
And it will never come back.
you changed my life and me.
you are my best friend,my idol,my hero and my inspiration.
thank you for all you have done in this world.
thank you for being who you are.
i love you and i always will.
rest in peace Rio.
River,
River Phoenix,
To be honest; didn't know u, wernt alive for long when u were, it was probably likee a month but yeah. I saw the film Stand By Me and I loved it ! How could u throw all that talent away to stupid drugs, i suppose its the harsh pressure of hollywood . im going to make a point of never doing drugs just for u ! U made Stand By Me better. U were a looker aswell ;) Just wish u had have never touched drugs ! R.I.P . One day i will go to the Viper Room ndd lay flowers and tribute where u died ;'( . Loveyou . xo
River Phoenix was an amazing person. Even though he died before i was born. When i first found out who he was, i didnt know much about him but hes a really great actor and he is so inspiring. he bought 800 acres of rain forest because he was worried about the world. He inspired me to become Vegetarian! I hope one day to become and actress but sadly i will never have the chance to work with him.
River, you will never be forgotten!
RIP You are missed by many people.
Well it's been 15 years since you was sadly taken from this planet, although i never knew you personally it was such a terrible thing to happen to someone who has touched my heart forever and also for one so young. Forever in my heart Love you always River.
R.I.P River Jude Phoenix 1970-1993
A year today that I had watched Stand By Me and realised who you really were, rest in piece River. You will never be forgotten ever.
Lots of love and thoughts for you from ours truly
Indie & Sora
R.I.P x*x
31.10.1993
The first film that I saw with River Phoenix was - Stand by ME - Geheimis eines Sommers. I was 11 years old and from this moment on a fan. I was very much shocked, when I experienced to 01.11.1993 which he died. He died to 31.10.1993. At my 13. Birthday. River Phoenix was an very unusual talented actor. An exception talent. Unforgotten his role as Mike Waters in 'My own private Idaho'. His life was short. Much too briefly. He leaves a big gap. But he was loved. Of his family, friends and his fans in all world.
He's remain unforgotten forever and in our hearts he live on.
River - you are the only protect
Rest in peace.
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