“Rob Ford, who gained international notoriety during his scandal-ridden term as mayor of Toronto, died after a battle with cancer, officials have announced.
“The 46-year-old was diagnosed with pleomorphic liposarcoma two years ago and was forced to bow out of a re-election bid for the mayor’s office. He ran for city council instead and won.
“In 2013, then-Mayor Ford admitted to smoking crack cocaine after months of denials.
“His admission sparked international media attention but he refused to resign, saying the incident took place during one of his “drunken stupors.” He went to rehab for two months.”
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