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James Gatz (more popularly known as Jay Gatsby), aged 32, was found murdered by George Wilson in the pool of his mansion located in West Egg, New York on October 1st, 1922. James was born in rural North Dakota on May 30th, 1890 to Henry Gatz and the rest of his poor family of farmers. He attempted to gain his education at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, but dropped out after a few weeks …
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Memories & condolences

I miss gramps plwease come home
I miss gramps plwease come home
I miss gramps plwease come home
My mother once told me that he told the blame after she ran over her husband's mistress! He was such a gentleman, RIP.
My mother once told me that he told the blame after she ran over her husband's mistress! He was suc…
My mother once told me that he told the blame after she ran over…
I read this cool book about him when I was fifteen, but I was his girlfriend in my mind.
I read this cool book about him when I was fifteen, but I was his girlfriend in my mind.
I read this cool book about him when I was fifteen, but I was hi…

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What were James's favorite games to play?
Strip Twister with Nick Carraway
Strip Twister with Nick Carraway
Strip Twister with Nick Carraway
What were James's favorite foods?
Nick Carraway
Nick Carraway
Nick Carraway
What causes did James care about most?
LGBTQ+ rights
LGBTQ+ rights
LGBTQ+ rights
What were James's favorite ways to exercise?
He particularly enjoyed spending time 'in the bedroom' with Nick Carraway.
He particularly enjoyed spending time 'in the bedroom' with Nick Carraway.
He particularly enjoyed spending time 'in the bedroom' with Nick Carraway.

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Born

May 30th, 1890
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Passed away

October 1st, 1922
235 Middle Neck Road in Sands Point (West Egg), New York

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James Gatz (most known as Jay Gatsby)