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Encore: Very Truly Yours, Frank Sinatra
May 20, 2024
Legendary star Frank Sinatra wrote a fiery letter in response to a prison chaplain regarding the abduction of his son in 1963. The podcast delves into the emotional aftermath of the kidnapping and Sinatra Jr.'s refusal to forgive the perpetrators, leading to lingering paranoia and security measures. The episode explores mental health, fabrications, and legacy in the case involving Frank Sinatra, shedding light on the impact of the traumatic event on the Sinatra family.
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- Sinatra's fiery letter revealed his unforgiving stance towards the kidnappers, citing one point as unforgivable.
- The kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr. led to lasting effects on both father and son, impacting their lives significantly.
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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s Kidnapping by Barry Keenan and Joe Amzler
In 1963, Frank Sinatra Jr., age 19, was kidnapped by Barry Keenan, a UCLA student fallen on hard times, and Joe Amzler. Using a gun, they took Frank from a casino in Lake Tahoe, demanding a ransom. The FBI got involved as the case gained national attention, marking kidnapping as a federal crime in the 1930s. Eventually, Junior was released unharmed after a ransom payment.
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