Death In Entertainment

Kyle Ploof & Alejandro Dowling
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Death In Entertainment

Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling discuss Hollywood's murders, true crime, on-set deaths and more.

  1. Hot Toddy: The Life and Death of Thelma Todd (Episode 144)

    15 HR. AGO

    Hot Toddy: The Life and Death of Thelma Todd (Episode 144)

    The ice cream blonde— a dame known for her stunning beauty, sharp comedic timing, and unforgettable roles in films alongside legends like Buster Keaton and Laurel & Hardy— Thelma Todd’s rise to fame in the 1920s and 1930s was nothing short of meteoric. But behind her dazzling career and sparkling persona, there lay a life marked by secrets, scandals, and one of the most baffling deaths in Hollywood history.In this episode, we’ll explore the extraordinary life of Hollywood’s doll— Thelma T...

    1h 28m
  2. Kid 90s: The Tragic Tale of Jonathan Brandis (Episode 143 ft. Ben Kissel)

    NOV 14

    Kid 90s: The Tragic Tale of Jonathan Brandis (Episode 143 ft. Ben Kissel)

    Child stardom is a strange thing. One day you’re on the cover of Tiger Beat, plastered on every teen girl’s locker, and starring on a popular TV show with the guy from "Jaws." The next day, you’re chewed up and spit out like a piece of gum stuck on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Jonathan Brandis was on top of the world at 17. At 27, he was gone. Behind the striking blue eyes and lovable smirk, was a river of sadness. This is the story of a young actor caught between who he was, who he wante...

    1h 28m
  3. The Cleveland Balloonfest Fiasco of 1986 (Episode 142)

    NOV 8

    The Cleveland Balloonfest Fiasco of 1986 (Episode 142)

    I want you to picture 1.5 million balloons floating through the sky. The year is 1986. And it happened in Cleveland, Ohio. The stunt was supposed to save the city, but instead it turned into a PR disaster. The streets were littered, the airport was shut down and 2 fishermen went missing.It’s a story of good intentions, bad planning, and one very regrettable Guinness World record. We're going up, up and away, today on Death in Entertainment!Send us a message!Persons of InterestFrom murderers t...

    1h 14m
  4. John Wayne Gacy: The Killer Clown from Outer Chicago - Spooktacular IV! (Episode 141)

    NOV 1

    John Wayne Gacy: The Killer Clown from Outer Chicago - Spooktacular IV! (Episode 141)

    Three times before, you have felt the terror. Known the madness. Lived the horror. But this is the one you’ve been screaming for! Halloween Spooktacular part 4: The Killer Clown from Outer Chicago. Freelance jobs can be a great way to make money. Unless your boss happens to be John Wayne Gacy. Because on his construction site, nobody leaves it alive! Gacy simply. Maniacally. Mercilessly. Kills. Welcome to the psycho circus of one of history’s most heinous serial killers. This episode wil...

    1h 45m
  5. Fallen Idol: The Dark Descent of One Direction's Liam Payne (Episode 140)

    OCT 24

    Fallen Idol: The Dark Descent of One Direction's Liam Payne (Episode 140)

    On the surface, it seemed like Liam Payne had it all. Talent. Looks. Fame. Money. But privately, things were far from perfect. After six beautiful years as a member of the British boy band ONE DIRECTION, Liam got dragged down by bad press, hard drugs and dark thoughts. It all came to a tragic end on a hotel balcony in Argentina on October 16, 2024. This is the story of his life…and death. From chart-topping heights to a fall that no one saw coming. Unravel the mystery of his final days, ...

    1h 12m
  6. The Poltergeist Curse: Inside the Mysterious Death of Heather O'Rourke & Other Chilling Chapters (Episode 139)

    OCT 17

    The Poltergeist Curse: Inside the Mysterious Death of Heather O'Rourke & Other Chilling Chapters (Episode 139)

    We’re baaaaack! This week we’re conjuring up all the spooky facts and mysterious myths surrounding the Poltergeist movies. Throughout the 1980s, the franchise scared audiences silly with its relentless thrills and chills – and it grossed a frightening amount of money at the box office. But did its success come with an even bigger price tag? Behind the scenes, the land of make-believe turned into real-life terror. Each installment saw the untimely death of a major cast member. The eerie l...

    1h 33m
  7. Justice Denied: The Haunting Case of Dominique Dunne (Episode 138)

    OCT 10

    Justice Denied: The Haunting Case of Dominique Dunne (Episode 138)

    It’s Summer 1982. Dominique Dunne is young, talented, and starring in the biggest horror movie of the year. But the real terror isn’t onscreen – it’s in her house! She’s in a toxic relationship that will leave her dead by Halloween. This is the story of a brutal murder that shocked Hollywood and the subsequent courtroom drama that ended with public outrage. Her friends and family would never be the same. That’s today on Death in Entertainment!Send us a message!Persons of InterestFrom mur...

    1h 48m
  8. Who Really Killed Kurt Cobain? New Murder Theory Unplugged (Episode 137 ft. Chris Todd)

    OCT 2

    Who Really Killed Kurt Cobain? New Murder Theory Unplugged (Episode 137 ft. Chris Todd)

    Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain was the voice of a generation. His untimely death on April 5, 1994, left a hole in the heart-shaped box of popular music. Was he a depressed junkie the end of his ropes or is there more to the story? The official word is that he took his own life. But many people think it smells like BS. Today we return to Seattle where a brand new murder theory is in bloom. Nevermind what you think you know about the case because we're about to blow the lid right off! A...

    1h 13m
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Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling discuss Hollywood's murders, true crime, on-set deaths and more.

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  • Creator
    Kyle Ploof & Alejandro Dowling
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    150
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Death In Entertainment
  • Show Website
    Death In Entertainment

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