• Death by Fame

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Death by Fame

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  • People come to Hollywood to find fame and fortune. The lucky ones see their star rise and are catapulted into an untouchable bubble of fame. But all too often these once beloved icons are met with a disturbing fate – either through an untimely death or a scandal that brings their world crashing down around them. Every week, host and criminal defense lawyer Sara Azari will break down a different case, and talk to the journalists who broke the story, experts and those with insider-knowledge to experience these stories that rocked the headlines on a whole new level.

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Episodes
  • 'The Presumption' Podcast on the Theories, Conspiracies, and Mysterious Circumstances Surrounding James Brown’s Death

    'The Presumption' Podcast on the Theories, Conspiracies, and Mysterious Circumstances Surrounding James Brown’s Death
    Feb 12 2024
    Criminal trial attorney and host of “Death by Fame” Sara Azari and Jim Griffin, S. Carolina criminal defense attorney and trial attorney for Alex Murdaugh break down the conspiracy theories surrounding the death of the godfather of soul, James Brown. They also discuss the mysterious death of Darren Lumar, James Brown’s son-in-law, and whether or not the two deaths are linked. Griffin shares his experience representing two of James’ biological daughters during a battle over his estate which is ongoing to this day. He also shares insight about the Brown family and the legend’s relationships with his immediate circle, including those who under the conspiracy theories stood to collect from his estate. For more fascinating analysis and conversations about headline crimes and a fresh perspective on hot topics in criminal justice please subscribe to 'The Presumption', available on all podcast apps, as well as YouTube.

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    36 mins
  • The Death of Stephanie Moseley with Close Friend Paul Becker

    The Death of Stephanie Moseley with Close Friend Paul Becker
    Feb 13 2023
    On December 8th, 2014 the body of Stephanie Moseley, a talented dancer, actress and choreographer was found shot dead in her bathtub. Her husband Earl Hayes, a rapper, was found dead mere feet away in the bedroom of their Fairfax apartment in what appeared to be a murder suicide. What’s even stranger is that notorious boxer Floyd Mayweather was on Facetime with Hayes when the murder happened - possibly witnessing the atrocious act. Sara sits down with Stephanie’s dear friend, choreographer and Director,  Paul Becker to explore the case and most importantly, honor Stephanie’s memory as a talented and versatile dancer.

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    27 mins
  • Breaking Down the Allegations Against Armie Hammer with Lisa Daruty

    Breaking Down the Allegations Against Armie Hammer with Lisa Daruty
    Feb 6 2023
    Please note - This episode was recorded before Armie Hammer's public statement of innocence on February 4th, 2023. Armie Hammer’s life seemed to be the pinnacle of perfection. He was rich, famous and on track to be a fixture within the Hollywood elite. But in 2020 that facade began to crack when allegations of abuse and cannibalism were flung at the once rising star. Sara sits down with Deputy District Attorney of the Los Angeles DA’s office, Lisa Daruty to walkthrough how sexual abuse cases, like Armie Hammer’s, are treated in a court of law. 

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    37 mins

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