Mark David Chapman, a native-born American individual, came into this world on May 10, 1955, marking the beginning of a life that would eventually be marred by a heinous act of violence.
As the years went by, Chapman's path would ultimately intersect with that of John Lennon, the renowned British musician, singer, songwriter, and peace activist, formerly of the Beatles, a legendary rock band that had captivated the hearts of millions around the world.
On a fateful day, December 8, 1980, Chapman's life would take a drastic turn, as he would commit a senseless and brutal act of murder, claiming the life of John Lennon outside the Dakota, the apartment building in Manhattan where Lennon resided.
