Thirty-two years ago, on Halloween night 1993, talented young actor River Phoenix died of a drug overdose and heart failure outside the Viper Room, a historic Los Angeles rock and roll club founded by Johnny Depp .

RadarOnline.com can reveal the twisted history of the Viper Room, which led many to believe it's cursed . Article continues below advertisement

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Situated on the famous Sunset Boulevard, the building wore many hats – including a grocery store and various nightclubs – before it became known as the Viper Room under the ownership of Depp and his 21 Jump Street co-star Sal Jenco.

The Viper Room was an instant success among young celebrities when it opened its doors in August 1993, but River's de

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