Part 11/15:
Mabel Normand: The Tainted Starlet
Mabel Normand, a beloved comedian of the silent era, became embroiled in a scandal following her close association with the murdered director William Desmond Taylor. Although never charged, the shadows of violence and death clouded her reputation, eventually damaging her career and illustrating how Hollywood's dark narratives can overshadow even the brightest stars.
Mary Miles Minter: The Tragic Romantic
Mary Miles Minter was drawn into the Taylor murder case due to her rumored relationship with him. Despite never being accused of wrongdoing, speculations about her involvement and the tension between motherhood and ambition sullied her reputation, leading to her retreat from the limelight.