Hollywood royalty. A childhood filled with fear. One fatal night that shocked the nation. Marguerite dives into the tragic and controversial case of Cheryl Crane, the daughter of screen legend Lana Turner. At just 14 years old, Cheryl stabbed her mother's abusive boyfriend, notorious mobster Johnny Stompanato, claiming she acted to protect her mother from a violent attack. Was it a clear case of self-defense, or was there more to the story than the headlines revealed? Join us as we explore the glamour of Old Hollywood, the hidden abuse behind closed doors, the sensational courtroom drama, and the life Cheryl built after the case that made her infamous.

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