Dorothy Stratten: A Playboy Pinup, a Private Investigator, and a Chilling Murder
Summary
This episode of Hollywoodland recounts the 1980 murder of Dorothy Stratton, a Playboy Playmate poised for an acting career. Host Jake Brennan narrates the story through the perspective of private investigator Carl Rothstein, who was hired by Stratton’s abusive husband, Paul Snyder. The narrative covers Snyder’s jealousy over director Peter Bogdanovich’s interest in Dorothy, leading to the brutal double homicide that shocked Los Angeles and inspired films like Star 80.
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Introduction to Dorothy Stratton and Hollywoodland
Dorothy's rise from Dairy Queen to Playboy Playmate
PI Carl Rothstein narrates stakeout techniques
Paul Snyder meets Dorothy at Dairy Queen
Dorothy becomes Playmate of the Year
Snyder hires Rothstein to investigate Bogdanovich
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Rothstein discovers Dorothy's hidden assets
Dorothy reveals abuse and Playboy Mansion visit
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Snyder confronts Rothstein about Bogdanovich
Rothstein investigates photographers and drives to house
Rothstein discovers the murder scene
Aftermath, Bogdanovich's fallout, and Red Hot Chili Peppers
Outro and ads for M&M's, Brightview, and Kia
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