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Ben Brachfeld
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Associate Crime Editor, People Magazine
New York
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By Ben Brachfeld Verified| People Magazine Verified Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, returns to court on Friday, April 18 — but this time, legions of observers interested in his case will not get to see what he looks like. Mangione, 26, faces murder and stalking charges filed by federal prosecutors, who accuse him of gunning down Thompson on a Midtown Manhattan street on Dec. 4. He could face the death penalty if convicted.
He Was Allegedly Held Captive by His Stepmom for More than 20 Years. Now He's Speaking Out — and Here's Why
By Sean Neumann Verified, Ben Brachfeld Verified| People Magazine Verified Photo: Jim Shannon/Hearst Connecticut Media via AP A Connecticut man is speaking out about his stepmom's alleged abuse and his daring escape as prosecutors claim she held him captive for more than 20 years. In a statement provided to PEOPLE through the organization Survivors Say, the 32-year-old man asks to be identified as “S” and claims he was “held prisoner” for over 20 years by his stepmother, Kimberly Sullivan.
By Ben Brachfeld Verified| People Magazine Verified Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, returns to court on Friday, April 18 — but this time, legions of observers interested in his case will not get to see what he looks like. Mangione, 26, faces murder and stalking charges filed by federal prosecutors, who accuse him of gunning down Thompson on a Midtown Manhattan street on Dec. 4. He could face the death penalty if convicted.
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People Magazine
PEOPLE Magazine is a prominent American weekly publication that focuses on celebrity news, human-interest stories, and pop culture. Launched on March 4, 1974, by Time Inc., it quickly gained popularity, with its debut issue featuring actress Mia Farrow selling nearly one million copies. Today, PEOPLE operates under Dotdash Meredith, a subsidiary of IAC, following its acquisition by Meredith Corporation in 2017. The magazine offers a weekly print publication filled with celebrity profiles, exclusive interviews, and personal narratives. Its digital platform, PEOPLE.com, provides real-time updates, photo galleries, and video content, enhancing its reach. PEOPLE also produces special issues, including the annual "Sexiest Man Alive" and "Most Beautiful" lists, and covers significant events like awards shows and royal weddings. With a focus on storytelling about individuals, PEOPLE has maintained its relevance in the media landscape for nearly five decades, celebrating ordinary people doing extraordinary things.
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