Susan Atkins, a member of the infamous Charles Manson cult has died in prison. Atkins became (in)famous for murdering actress Sharon Tate – wife of film maker Roman Polanski. The murder shocked the world in 1969 as Ms. Tate was not only famous but expecting Mr. Polanski’s child at the time. Susan Atkins was denied parole only one month ago, she was ill with Brain Cancer.

Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate filiming Rosemary's Baby - 1967

Susan Atkins, a member of the infamous Charles Manson cult has died in prison. Atkins became (in)famous for murdering actress Sharon Tate – wife of film maker Roman Polanski. The murder shocked the world in 1969 as Ms. Tate was not only famous but expecting Mr. Polanski’s child at the time. Susan Atkins was denied [...]