The death of the legendary Mamas & Papas singer sent shockwaves across the world on July 29, 1974. No one was more shocked, however, than the people closest to Cass Elliot. Those who knew and loved ...

The 'ham sandwich' rumor was designed to change perception, though it didn't work the way it was intended Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Cass Elliot was beloved by legions of fans as the lead singer of ...