Talking Dateline: The Widow of Woodland Hills
- Apr 16, 2025
- 24:56
- Full Episode
<p>Josh Mankiewicz and Blayne Alexander sit down to talk about Josh’s episode "The Widow of Woodland Hills.” In 2017, celebrity hairstylist Fabio Sementilli was stabbed to death in what appeared to be a home robbery. Blood left inside the victim’s beloved Porsche led detectives to uncover a killer and a torrid affair. Josh shares a podcast-exclusive clip from his interview with Fabio’s sister and tells Blayne what he learned about the special team of investigators who followed the two lovers suspected of the murder. Plus, they discuss Josh’s iconic accessory as they answer your questions from social media.</p><p>Learn more about the SIS tactical surveillance unit: https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/video/learn-more-about-the-lapd-s-special-investigation-section-237160005724.</p><p>If you have a question for Talking Dateline, send us an audio message on social @datelinenbc or leave us a voicemail at (212) 413-5252.</p><p>Listen to the full episode of “The Widow of Woodland Hills” on Apple: https://apple.co/43PyvAR</p><p>Listen to the full episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2fWnwT6AQdvi0msB3JUp4i</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
Josh Mankiewicz discusses the murder of Fabio Cimentelli and the trial of his wife Monica and her lover Robert Baker in this episode.
Key points
- Breaking News Verdict. The hosts discuss the recent verdict in a high-profile trial.
- The Widow of Woodland Hills. A hairstylist's murder reveals a shocking affair and betrayal.
- The Role of SIS. An elite LAPD unit uncovers crucial details in the case.
- Children's Loyalty. Fabio's daughters stand by their mother despite the accusations against her.
- Sentencing Outcomes. The sentences for the murderers are revealed, highlighting the gravity of their actions.
- Monica's Sentencing. Monica faces a potential life sentence without parole after being found guilty on all counts.
Episode highlights
- Breaking News VerdictThe hosts discuss the recent verdict in a high-profile trial.“We just got the verdict two out three hours ago.”1:05Apr 16, 2025
- The Widow of Woodland HillsA hairstylist's murder reveals a shocking affair and betrayal.“This marriage is solid.”2:28Apr 16, 2025
- The Role of SISAn elite LAPD unit uncovers crucial details in the case.“They were completely oblivious to the fact that they were being followed.”7:26Apr 16, 2025
- Children's LoyaltyFabio's daughters stand by their mother despite the accusations against her.“It's not unusual for children to take the side of the surviving parent.”13:28Apr 16, 2025
- Sentencing OutcomesThe sentences for the murderers are revealed, highlighting the gravity of their actions.“Robert Baker pleaded to the top count. He's life without parole.”23:10Apr 16, 2025
- Monica's SentencingMonica faces a potential life sentence without parole after being found guilty on all counts.“She's also looking at life without the possibility of parole.”23:27Apr 16, 2025
- Dateline True Crime WeeklyUpdates on major cases and a fascinating interview about a high-profile crime in Houston.“So all of that is coming up on Dateline True Crime Weekly.”24:34Apr 16, 2025






