Glee's curse returns with shocking deaths

Glee's 'curse' of deaths and scandals returns as show revives on Disney+ and Hulu.

Oct 22, 2026

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Glee's curse returns with shocking deaths

Glee's 'curse' of deaths and scandals returns as show revives on Disney+ and Hulu.

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Glee's 'curse' of deaths and scandals returns as show revives on Disney+ and Hulu. Glee's revival on Disney+ and Hulu faces claims of a curse after multiple cast members died by suicide or accident. Originally reported by Page Six.

Glee's curse returns

Cast photo of the television show Glee, featuring the main characters posing around and inside a large blue dumpster outdoors at sunset.

Glee's revival on Disney+ and Hulu announced on Oct 21, 2026 after six seasons.

Cory Monteith's death

Lea Michele and Cory Monteith walk through JFK Airport, pulling luggage.

Cory Monteith died at age 31 from accidental overdose in July 2013.

Mark Salling's suicide

Actor Mark Salling wearing a black v-neck t-shirt and blue jeans.

Mark Salling died by suicide at age 35 in March 2018 after pleading guilty to child pornography.

Naya Rivera's death

Naya Rivera celebrating with her son over a dessert with a single candle in a restaurant.

Naya Rivera died by drowning in July 2020 while boating with her son.

Lea Michele's workplace bullying claims

Lea Michele talking on a phone in an episode of Glee.

Lea Michele accused of workplace bullying by co-star Samantha Ware in 2020.

“LMAO Remember when you made my first television gig a living hell?!?! Cause I’ll never forget. I believe you told everyone that if you had the opportunity you would ‘s, t in my wig!’ amongst other traumatic microaggressions that made me question a career in Hollywood.”

Matthew Morrison's firing

Matthew Morrison fired from So You Think You Can Dance after sending flirty messages to a contestant.

Melissa Benoist's abuse claims

Melissa Benoist disclosed domestic abuse by Blake Jenner in 2019, who admitted to some claims in 2020.

“Two years prior to the end of our relationship, there was a time where my past partner and i were in an argument that escalated, and in a moment of frustration, while i was standing in the hallway and she was in our bedroom, i threw my phone aimlessly and it hit my former partner in her face.”

Glee's curse explained

Black-and-white photo of Lea Michele resting her head against Cory Monteith's shoulder and smiling.

The 'Glee' curse includes deaths of two cast members, suicide of another, and other scandals.

“it was way too much to try to process at a young age, but i’m very grateful for everyone there.”

Lea Michele's response

Lea Michele called the workplace bullying claims a 'wake-up call' and apologized for her behavior.

“Perceived?”

Mark Salling's child pornography

Mark Salling arriving for a court appearance at the United States Courthouse.

Mark Salling pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography in 2015.

Naya Rivera's son

Naya Rivera's son Josey was discovered sleeping alone in a rented boat after she went missing.

Glee's return timeline

Cast members of "Glee" wearing red caps and gowns.

Glee returns for a revival after six seasons that aired from 2009 to 2015.

Glee's curse impact

Actors Cory Monteith and Lea Michele attend the 12th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball.

The 'Glee' curse has affected multiple cast members with claims of a 'f, king diabolical' curse.

“it was way too much to try to process at a young age, but i’m very grateful for everyone there.”

Glee's curse origin

Glee's curse origin

The 'Glee' curse originated after the show's success in 2009 with multiple tragedies.

Glee's curse status

The 'Glee' curse remains a topic of discussion as the show returns for a revival.

The short version

Glee's revival on Disney+ and Hulu faces claims of a curse after multiple cast members died by suicide or accident.

Read the original on Page Six

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