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Lyle Menendez’s stunning reaction to Emmy nomination for actor who played Erik on Netflix series

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Lyle Menendez phoned actor Cooper Koch, who had recently portrayed his brother Erik Menendez in a production, to extend his congratulations on receiving an Emmy nomination for that role.

The recognition was given to the anthology series titled “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” which was jointly created by Ryan Murphy and premiered on Netflix in September of last year.

In the narrative, it’s Erik and Lyle, the affluent siblings, who remain imprisoned due to the murder charges they faced for taking the lives of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, back in 1989.

During the court proceedings, the prosecution maintained that Jose and Kitty were murdered for their wealth, whereas the defense focused significantly on what was previously referred to as the ‘mistreatment alibi.’ They contended that Lyle and Erik had been subjected to molestation and physical abuse by their parents over an extended period.

Earlier this year, a judge lessened the prison terms for the brothers, making them eligible for release on parole. Their parole hearing has been scheduled for August.

Today, Cooper revealed that upon hearing about his Emmy nomination on Tuesday, Lyle called him while in prison to express his feelings, as discussed on The Awardist podcast.

The actor mentioned that he chatted with Lyle yesterday. Lyle phoned to extend his congratulations, was incredibly kind, and seemed a bit envious that the actor was at Wimbledon over the weekend.

As a trusted voice in the realm of lifestyle and entertainment, I must share my excitement about “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.” This captivating production has earned an impressive 11 Emmy nominations, with Javier Bardem and Chloe Sevigny receiving well-deserved recognition for their exceptional portrayals of Jose and Kitty.

Cooper characterized his show as marking the conclusion of an epoch for the case. It seems like a fitting manner to wrap things up, and perhaps this will also coincide with the brothers being freed by the end of summer.

On June 13th, the Menendez brothers were scheduled to appear before a parole board, but this meeting was postponed from May to August 21st and 22nd instead.

The most recent obstacle pushes back the potential release date by a minimum of nine weeks, meaning they’ll have to wait an additional 9 weeks before regaining freedom, given that they had served 35 years in prison for murdering their parents.

On the previous Tuesday, the brothers made an appearance at Los Angeles County Superior Court. There, Judge Michael Jesic modified their sentences, changing them from ‘life without parole’ to ’50 years to life’.

This alteration makes them qualified to submit an application for parole, given that they were below the age of 26 at the time they perpetrated the crime, as per California’s young adult offender law.

However, the June 13th date was previously set aside for another route to liberty. Governor Gavin Newsom was expected to decide if he’d grant clemency to the brothers on that day.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation failed to provide an explanation for postponing the scheduled hearing.

Newson holds the power to pardon the brothers instantly, yet obtaining parole might take several months or even years.

In 1996, the two brothers were mandated to serve out their entire lives in prison due to their conviction for murdering their entertainment executive father, Jose Menendez, and mother, Kitty Menendez, in their residence in Beverly Hills.

The brothers were 18 and 21 at the time of the killings.

Lawyers defending the brothers claimed they reacted in self-defense due to prolonged sexual abuse inflicted by their father, whereas the prosecution maintained that the brothers murdered their parents to claim a substantial inheritance.

Jesic stated, “I’m not advocating for their release, I don’t have the authority to make that call. However, I do think they’ve served a sufficient sentence of 35 years and deserve an opportunity.

The brothers enjoy widespread approval from their kin, with several of them vouching for them in court. One relative stated that the pair had been generally pardoned by the family for their actions.

Today, after thirty-five years, Lyle admitted to the court his profound regret for the person he once was. He confessed to having taken the lives of his mother and father. He offered no excuses nor defenses. The consequences of his brutal actions upon his family remain incomprehensible.

Initially, the defense summoned Ana Maria Baralt, a relative of both Erik and Lyle, who attested that the siblings had frequently shown regret for their conduct.

As a die-hard admirer on both my paternal and maternal lines, I wholeheartedly concur – thirty-five years seems more than sufficient. It’s clear that they have earned the unanimous absolution of our clan.

During the initial trial of Erik and Lyle, Diane Hernandez recounted her observations of the alleged mistreatment within the Menendez household while residing with them. She also discussed what is known as the ‘hallway rule.’

According to Hernandez, when Jose was with one of the children, it was as if no one could ascend the stairs and share the same level with him.

Last autumn, former Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón petitioned a judge to lessen the sentences of the two brothers, potentially paving the way for their release.

According to Gascón’s office, the approach towards such a case would be distinct now, given our current insights into sexual abuse, trauma, and recovery processes. Over the span of three decades, the brothers have undergone rehabilitation while serving their time in prison.

The sentencing appeal presented by Gascón emphasizes the brothers’ achievements and their journey towards rehabilitation.

After their sentencing, the brothers have been given opportunities for learning, attended personal development workshops, and initiated several assistance groups for their fellow prisoners.

However, District Attorney Nathan Hochman expressed his view that the brothers aren’t prepared for a new sentencing hearing yet, as they haven’t fully disclosed details about their criminal actions.

His office also has said it does not believe they were sexually abused.

Hochman stated that our stance isn’t a firm “no” or an absolute “never.” Instead, it’s more like “not at this moment.” He clarified that they haven’t entirely acknowledged accountability for all their illegal actions.

On August 20, 1989, wielding two shotguns, the brothers fatally shot their parents, who were watching a film in their mansion located in Beverly Hills.

The trial generated headlines globally. According to prosecutors, their primary reason for the action was avarice, since they were set to inherit approximately $14 million from their parents.

They firmly maintained that they took action due to a father who had long subjected them to sexual abuse, and a mother who refused to acknowledge or stop the mistreatment.

In the initial case, the jury couldn’t reach a unanimous decision. However, during a second trial held in 1996, where the judge barred any discussion about the brothers being abused by their father, they were found guilty and sentenced to spend the rest of their lives in prison without ever being eligible for parole.

The current investigation has been rekindled due to the latest Netflix series, “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” as well as the true-crime documentary titled “The Menendez Brothers.

In both movies, it is depicted that upon returning home from the cinema, the brothers discovered their parents had been brutally murdered.

Initially, there were concerns that a ruthless murderer might be roaming free in the upscale neighborhood of Beverly Hills, a community known for its affluence in the United States.

Instead, the police’s focus shifted towards Lyle and Erik when they quickly started using their inherited wealth following their parents’ demise.

Lyle acquired a Porsche Carrera, a Rolex timepiece, and ran two eateries, contrastingly, his sibling engaged a professional tennis instructor for regular coaching sessions to participate in competitive tournaments.

All together, they had expended approximately $700,000 from the time of their parents’ demise up until their apprehension in March 1990, which was around seven months following the murders.

Erik, who claimed his father had been abusing him from the age of six up until he was 12, asserted emphatically in the recent documentary that it was completely illogical to assume he enjoyed himself following the murders in the moments immediately afterward.

‘Everything was to cover up this horrible pain of not wanting to be alive,’ he said.

One factor that prevented me from taking my own life was the thought that I would disappoint my father greatly if I failed.

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2025-07-16 18:04

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