Hollywood: The Murder of William Desmond Taylor

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E06: William Desmond Taylor Pt. 2 - Lights. Camera. Murder.
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E05: William Desmond Taylor
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The first ever Hollywood murder leaves the film community and nation in shock. Director William Taylor is found murdered at his home. Carter and Wenndy examine the victim’s activity prior to his death. What they find may suggest his death was anything but untimely. Learn more abo ...  Show more