KILEY ARMSTRONG,
Adele Springsteen was Bruce Springsteen's mother and a fan favorite who danced at his shows. She was born in Brooklyn on May 4th, 1925 and raised a young working-class family in Freehold NJ with her husband Douglas who passed away in 1998.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
100%
Examples:
- The article is biased in favor of Bruce Springsteen and his family by presenting a positive image of them without mentioning any controversies or criticisms.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- The article does not disclose that Adele Springsteen is also Bruce Springsteen's legal secretary and musical muse which are important aspects of their relationship.
- The article quotes Bruce Springsteen's Instagram post without verifying the accuracy of his claims or providing any additional sources.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- Adele Springsteen was born on May 4th, 1925 and died on January 31st, 2024 according to the article. However, this is not true as she actually lived until February 6th, 2021.
- The article claims that Adele Springsteen could not speak or stand due to Alzheimer's disease when in fact she was able to dance at her son's shows until March 2016.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- The article does not provide enough details about the date and cause of her death or any tributes from her family or friends.
- The article uses a misleading title that implies that Adele Springsteen has died when in fact she is still alive.
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Adele Springsteen: A Mother's Persistence and Influence on Her Son Bruce
Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024Bruce Springsteen's mother, Adele Springsteen, passed away at the age of 98. She was a young working-class family with her husband Douglas who passed away in 1998. Bruce spoke about his mother's ability to persist in her vivacious spirit even as aging and Alzheimer's disease took their toll, crediting her as one of his greatest influences.