Ever wonder why tragedies seem to follow these powerful famous people like a black shadow? Ask Anderson Cooper about his brother. No coincidences.

"The marriage however lasted 13 years, as Beau tragically passed away in 2015, leaving Hallie a widow and the family devastated. Joe Biden cited Beau’s death as one of the main reasons he chose not to enter the 2016 presidential race, as the grief left him drained of emotional energy."

Pic related: Capt. Beau Biden kisses his son, whose middle name is Hunter, after an official welcome home ceremony for members of the Delaware Army National Guard 261st Signal Brigade, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, in Dover, Del.