Frank Yemi In a recent episode of American Pickers, a rare and hidden Shelby car valued at $75,000 became the center of controversy as fans accused the show of staging the scene. Mike Wolfe, co-host of the popular History Channel series, uncovered the classic car alongside his colleague Jon “Jersey Jon” Szalay. The episode, which was featured
In 1978, Rodney James Alcala appeared on the popular TV show The Dating Game, an event now infamous due to his secret criminal history. Alcala’s story gained renewed attention with Netflix’s Woman of the Hour, a dramatization of his life and crimes, focusing on his appearance on The Dating Game. Directed by Anna Kendrick, the
District Attorney George Gascón is reportedly considering reducing the sentences of Lyle and Erik Menendez. The brothers were convicted of the 1989 murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. Their trial was televised and became one of the biggest true crime stories of the time. With time served, the Menendez brothers could be released
Netflix’s Woman of the Hour highlights one of the most unsettling chapters in true crime history. Rodney Alcala, a serial killer who appeared as a contestant on the 1978 TV show The Dating Game. Directed by and starring Anna Kendrick as Cheryl Bradshaw, the woman who unknowingly chose Alcala, the film uncovers the chilling story
Outer Banks Season 4, Part 1 stunned viewers with an explosive revelation about JJ Maybank’s family origins, reshaping the trajectory of the series. JJ, the rebellious Pogue, learns that his real parents are not the abusive Luke Maybank and a presumed mother, but Larissa Genrette and Chandler Groff—a wealthy and dangerous figure tied to the
NFL star Bijan Robinson, known for his standout performances as a running back for the Atlanta Falcons, surprised fans with a cameo in Season 4 of Outer Banks. The popular Netflix series, which follows the adventures of a group of teens known as the Pogues on their treasure-hunting escapades, has garnered a large following. Robinson’s
Autumn Crittendon, a former cast member of MTV’s 16 and Pregnant, tragically passed away in July 2024 at the age of 27. As previously reported on Monsters and Critics, at the time of her death, Henrico County Police Department had launched an investigation into the circumstances. Reports suggested that she had been grappling with several
As Season 20 of Deadliest Catch approaches its gripping conclusion, fans have been treated to a whirlwind of tension, drama, and life-threatening challenges. With 18 intense episodes already in the books, the high-stakes action is set to escalate further in the upcoming finale. The milestone season has not only delivered thrills but also kept audiences
Actor Cooper Koch, who plays Erik Menendez in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, recently shared his profound experience of meeting Erik Menendez in prison. Speaking at the Academy Museum Gala via Deadline, Koch described how his preparation for the role led him to deeply care for Erik, whom he now considers an “amazing
Despite being incarcerated for life, Lyle and Erik Menendez, convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, have maintained committed relationships. Both brothers found love while serving their sentences, and their marriages have sparked public curiosity, given the restrictions they face behind bars. The Menendez brothers returned to the spotlight with the Ryan Murphy Netflix series.