Vincent Bugliosi

Date of Birth: August 18, 1934

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Date of Death: June 6, 2015

Biography

Vincent Bugliosi was an American attorney and author, best known for prosecuting Charles Manson and several other members of the “Manson Family” for the infamous Tate-LaBianca murders in 1969. Born in Hibbing, Minnesota, Bugliosi moved to Los Angeles, where he graduated from UCLA and later earned his law degree from Loyola Law School. His successful prosecution of the Manson case catapulted him to fame, leading him to write the bestselling book “Helter Skelter” which detailed the investigation and trial. The book became the best-selling true crime book in history. Bugliosi went on to write several other books, including “Outrage: The Five Reasons Why O.J. Simpson Got Away with Murder”, “Reclaiming History: The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy”, and “The Prosecution of George W. Bush for Murder.”

5 Interesting Facts about Vincent Bugliosi

1. Vincent Bugliosi graduated from UCLA with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1956 and received his law degree from Loyola Law School in 1964.

2. His book “Helter Skelter” has sold over seven million copies.

3. Bugliosi won 105 out of 106 felony jury trials during his career as a prosecutor.

4. He ran for Los Angeles County District Attorney in 1972 but lost the election.

5. Bugliosi received three Edgar Awards for his true crime books, a prestigious honor in the mystery writing field.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Vincent Bugliosi

1. “The most important thing in life is to be dedicated to something that gives your life meaning and purpose.”

2. “I have always believed that it’s not so much the law that determines the outcome of a case as it is the lawyer who is presenting it.”

3. “The reality is that no matter how well you prepare, you cannot anticipate every twist and turn in a trial.”

4. “True crime writing is about real human suffering, and it requires a sensitivity to the victims and their families.”

5. “Justice is not something that can be defined by a single case or a single verdict; it’s a long-term process that society must continually strive for.”