E! True Hollywood Story is an American documentary series on E! that deals with famous Hollywood celebrities, movies, TV shows and also well-known public figures. Among the topics covered on the program include salacious re-tellings of Hollywood secrets, show-biz scandals, celebrity murders and mysteries, porn-star biographies, and "where-are-they-now?" investigations of former child stars. It frequently features in-depth interviews, actual courtroom footage, and dramatic reenactments. When aired on the E! network, episodes will be updated to reflect the current life or status of the subject.
E! True Hollywood Story (Season 1)
Dark Obsession: The Stalking and Murder of Rebecca Schaeffer (Episode 1)
Air date: 1996-08-21
Overview: Struggling model turned actress Rebecca Schaeffer, knew she had it all. Her big break came in 1986, when she starred in the CBS sitcom "My Sister Sam". Her life was cut short at 21 by an obsessed fan Robert John Bardo.
The Life and Death of Sam Kinison (Episode 2)
Air date: 1996-08-31
Overview: This episode focuses on the life of Sam Kinison, who started as a preacher but rapidly became famous as a comedian, then later died suddenly in a car crash.
The Selena Murder Trial (Episode 3)
Air date: 1996-12-07
Overview: Profiling the 1995 murder of Tajano star Selena by former fan club president, Yolanda Saldavar. Re-enactments included such as the courtroom.
Margaux Hemingway (Episode 4)
Air date: 1997-01-12
Overview: Margaux Hemingway was a supermodel and actress who died in July 1996. This episode tells her story, from her success as a fashion model to her struggle with alcoholism and bulimia.
River Phoenix (Episode 5)
Air date: 1997-02-16
Overview: The special explaining the tragic death of a well-known, talented actor.
Dominique Dunne: An American Tragedy (Episode 6)
Air date: 1997-02-23
Overview: A touching episode on the short life of American actress Dominique Dunne and her arrival on the Hollywood scene.
Macaulay Culkin: A Child's Rise, a Family's Fall (Episode 7)
Air date: 1997-04-20
Overview: Profiling child actor Macaulay Culkin. Culkin, was the huge money maker in three box hits "Home Alone", "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" and, "My Girl". His life was destroyed with financial and family troubles.
Karen Carpenter (Episode 8)
Air date: 1997-04-13
Overview: This episode is dedicated to Karen Carpenter's musical career, her life and her struggle with anorexia nervosa.
Bettie Page: From Pinup to Sex Queen (Episode 9)
Air date: 1997-04-27
Anthony Perkins (Episode 10)
Anna Nicole Smith (Episode 11)
Air date: 2001-09-23
Overview: An insight into Anna Nicole's tumultuous life.
Power, Greed, Murder: The Making of the Cotton Club Movie (Episode 12)
Air date: 1997-05-25
Michael Landon (Episode 13)
Air date: 1997-06-29
Jan-Michael Vincent (Episode 14)
Air date: 1997-07-13
Grace, Caroline and Stephanie: The Curse of the Royal Family (Episode 15)
Death in Malibu: The Murder of Charlie Minor (Episode 16)
Brandon Lee (Episode 17)
Air date: 1997-09-07
Overview: The documentary covered the life and tragic death of actor, Brandon Lee, son of actor, Bruce Lee.
Christian Brando (Episode 18)
Gilda Radner (Episode 19)
Air date: 1997-10-19
Ray Combs (Episode 20)
Air date: 1997-11-16
Overview: This episode tells the story of game show host and comedian Ray Combs, best known for hosting "The New Family Feud".
Gianni Versace (Episode 21)
Natalie Wood (Episode 22)
Air date: 1997-12-14
