Deadly Secret
- Jun 20, 2023
- 40:36
- Full Episode
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<p>Before the Menendez brothers, the Bobbitts or even O.J., Pamela Smart was television's first true crime fascination after her husband was found murdered. When police began to investigate, they discovered that Smart was keeping a big secret. She speaks out to Andrea Canning about the case that made worldwide headlines and inspired a Hollywood movie. Originally aired on NBC on July 29, 2019.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Pamela Smart's trial for her husband's murder reveals media manipulation and questions about justice and accountability.
Key points
- Pamela Smart: The First True Crime Celebrity. Pamela Smart became a media sensation as the first true crime celebrity in America.
- The Night of the Murder. Pamela Smart discovers her husband, Greg, dead on the floor just days before their anniversary.
- A Shocking Affair. Pamela Smart's affair with a teenage student complicates the murder investigation.
- The Arrest. Pamela Smart is arrested for her husband's murder, turning the tragic widow story upside down.
- The Trial Begins. Pamela Smart's trial becomes a media circus, drawing attention from around the world.
- Pamela Smart Takes the Stand. Pamela Smart admits to mistakes but denies ordering her husband's murder.
Episode highlights
- Pamela Smart: The First True Crime CelebrityPamela Smart became a media sensation as the first true crime celebrity in America.“Pamela Smart was television's first true crime celebrity.”1:31Jun 20, 2023
- The Night of the MurderPamela Smart discovers her husband, Greg, dead on the floor just days before their anniversary.“I saw Greg on the ground in front of the entrance to the door.”2:20Jun 20, 2023
- A Shocking AffairPamela Smart's affair with a teenage student complicates the murder investigation.“I knew it was wrong.”11:46Jun 20, 2023
- The ArrestPamela Smart is arrested for her husband's murder, turning the tragic widow story upside down.“The bad news is you're under arrest for murder.”16:22Jun 20, 2023
- The Trial BeginsPamela Smart's trial becomes a media circus, drawing attention from around the world.“Reporters from around the world swarmed the courthouse to cover the salacious story.”19:10Jun 20, 2023
- Pamela Smart Takes the StandPamela Smart admits to mistakes but denies ordering her husband's murder.“I made a mistake.”26:11Jun 20, 2023
- The VerdictAfter 13 hours of deliberation, the jury finds Pamela Smart guilty.“Guilty.”33:46Jun 20, 2023
- Life SentencePamela Smart receives a life sentence without parole, sparking debate on fairness.“I am required and do hereby sentence you to the New Hampshire State Prison for Women.”34:14Jun 20, 2023
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