Wrong Kind of Fame: The Disappearance of Jean Spangler

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On October 7, 1949, Jean Elizabeth Spangler kissed her daughter goodbye and walked out the door, never to be seen again. Now, 77 years later, we'll piece together the mystery of what happened to this tragic Hollywood star.

Using contemporary sources, new personal accounts, and a slew of insane Hollywood connections, we'll follow the journey of Jean Spangler. This twisting story will take us not only into the very heart of the film industry, but into the darkest corners of the Hollywood machine. 

Was Jean Spangler the victim of a vengeful ex-husband? A mafia lord with a grudge to settle? Or a famous leading man with a serious secret to keep? 

We'll explore every angle in this mystery deep dive and see if we can put the disappearance of this Hollywood beauty to rest once and for all. 

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