John Lennon was shot and killed in front of the Dakota Apartments in New York City on Dec. 8, 1980. Here’s everything to know about his death, his killer and his lasting impact on the world.

John Lennon, who rose to unimaginable fame first as one of the Beatles, then as a solo songwriter and activist, was shot and killed outside of his home in New York City on Dec. 8, 1980.

John Lennon was killed outside his New York City apartment 43 years ago. Here's what the killer has said about his motivation on December 8, 1980. Watch Party Newsletter What to watch Win $100 ...

In the aftermath of Lennon’s death, Ono began to see this song in a different light. She began to see herself as the main character in this story. The Song John Lennon Was Working on the Day He Died ...

Paul McCartney and John Lennon perform in London in 1963 McCartney reflected on the life of his close friend and musical collaborator in Wednesday’s episode of his iHeart Radio podcast ...

John Lennon, who rose to unimaginable fame first as one of the Beatles, then as a solo songwriter and activist, was shot and killed outside of his home in New York City on Dec. 8, 1980.

John Lennon, who rose to unimaginable fame first as one of the Beatles, then as a solo songwriter and activist, was shot and killed outside of his home in New York City on Dec. 8, 1980.