A 300-pound bust of Jim Morrison, the iconic frontman of the Doors, has been recovered after being stolen from his gravesite in Paris in 1988. French police announced the discovery on Monday, stating that the bust had been located during an unrelated search.
The bust was taken from Père-Lachaise cemetery, known for hosting the graves of many illustrious figures, such as Frédéric Chopin, Édith Piaf, Oscar Wilde, and Gertrude Stein. While the police and the mayor's office did not provide further comments, a spokeswoman from the Paris prosecutor’s office acknowledged the find.
Morrison passed away in Paris in 1971 at the young age of 27, with no autopsy performed, though it was officially ruled as heart failure. He had struggled with drugs and alcohol before his death. Despite the presence of many noteworthy personalities buried nearby, Morrison's grave has remained a favorite among the millions of tourists who visit each year, often drawn to his legacy through famous hits like “Light My Fire” and “Riders on the Storm.”
While the rediscovery of the bust is generating excitement, there is still uncertainty regarding its potential return to the gravesite. Fans and local authorities are now left to await developments on this piece of rock history, which has captured the imagination of new generations since Morrison's untimely demise.
