Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury, a celebrated star of both stage and screen, captivated audiences throughout her remarkable eight-decade-long career. Her portrayal of the writer and detective Jessica Fletcher in the television series “Murder, She Wrote” propelled her to immense popularity. As a mother, she was undoubtedly loving and caring to her children Anthony, Diedre, and David. However, there is an intriguing twist to her parenting story.

In 1968, it was said that Lansbury wrote a note granting permission to her 15-year-old daughter to attend a party with the infamous Manson Family. Thankfully, Angela quickly realized the danger and intervened, saving her daughter Diedre from the clutches of the sinister cult leader, Charles Manson. Subsequently, she took decisive action by relocating her family to Ireland, ensuring their safety and distance from such dangerous influences.

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