I didnt watch the series, but from the trailers could tell it was 95% fiction. The fault is not necessarily with Hudson, except for his lack of skepticism. All for Steve Hodel. And, by all means, stick to the facts. As far as the Black Dahlia investigation is concerned it is way beyond my personal conjecture and theories. But, one has to read the material and see all the linkage. Yes, Im well aware of Mr. Harnischs derogatory comments over the past two decades. But heres a few tidbits: Update: Steve Hodel claims George Hodel ran an abortion ring. Its a shame because it seemed she cared so much about GHH victims. I just finished this podcast and had to leave a comment to you and your whole family. Hodel was a very successful doctor and was living in one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in Los Angeles. No, not easty for sure. Tamar died two years earlier in 2015. https://stevehodel.com/2015/10/19/tamar-nais-hodel-dies-at-80-in-honolulu-hawaii/, Clarification, I have been Fauna since I was 15, never knowing Id meet my sister in my lifetime . https://stevehodel.com/2019/04/12/director-screenwriter-david-lynch-reveals-new-old-clue-to-black-dahlia-investigation-in-dinner-with-john-john/, Sehr geehrter Herr Hodel Thank you from all of us who still believe truth and journalistic integrity to be far more essential than the bizarre myth making of Steve Hodel. They might meet for dinner on rare occasions. When I went back and reread it, in light of learning about your story, I fully understood. were from Ireland, but dont have anything further information? Of course, this can often lead people down a more sadistic, evil path, but for others it can be used for good educational insights. She also used the Sowden House as a mail drop when she had no fixed address. She felt she was tricked into telling. Amanda: And Dorothy (who started going by Dorero, or "Dorarro," as Fauna spells it in her memoir) did do her best to caution Jimmie Lee and Fauna about George's sordid ways. Next? Theyre having so much fun!) Copyright 2023 Steve Hodel. Ive fought my whole life for equality of the races in both my thoughts and deeds so before calling this old White guy a racist you might want to take a look in the mirror and examine your own you people thoughts on the matter. Just one question: Has any recognition of you or your tremendous books/work been given?! Best Regards, Steve, https://stevehodel.com/author-books-suggested-reading-order/. Dorothy is the owner of phone number (361) 242-1979 (Southwestern Bell). But in reality, the files are a mess; lots of papers randomly shoveled into boxes with no order whatsoever. Did she board 1 year at St. Helens Hall in Portland, OR for 7th or 8th grade? True honesty and pursuit of truth is also a gift if not also an art. Steve Hodel earned a robust, throaty FU from Ellroy when he originally floated this nonsense, but Ellroy eventually jumped into the Hodel crowd and has now jumped out, refusing to discuss Steve Hodel or the Black Dahlia. I know all of this because I had many conversations with the real Fauna, a former gallerist and motivational speaker who, in a tragedy so apt for this irony-strewn true story, died of cancer while this TV series inspired by her life was being made. Thank you, Stephen. I present this to you humbly, just for the simple reason that I hope you enjoy these words, which I cannot fully claim ownership of. Your words, testimony and work have touched me very deeply. Trusted by millions of genealogists since 2003 Trusted information source for millions of people worldwide Together they had four sons. No, I had nothing to do with the production of the fictional miniseries, I Am The Night. There were times when Dorothy Hodel was couldnt afford a residence and she and the children lived at the Sowden House. : Fauna Hodels father was an unnamed White Male Italian American in San Francisco who gave Tamar a bunch of alcoholic drinks then raped her when she was 15. Fauna Hodel never met her grandfather George Hodel in life and was never at the Sowden/Franklin House until long after his death in 1999, and then only to visit the new owners briefly. You are that spotlight. So, in truth it is way beyond a reasonable doubt which is what you need to convict in a jury trial. Facebook gives people the power to. Didnt know it was being made until seeing the promo/flyer a few weeks before it aired. News to me! Although the Hodel family has many more skeletons than other families, you all are dealing with this by acknowledging, acceptance and healing. 8: Clergy If not George, who was the father of that baby? George Hill Hodel Jr. (October 10, 1907 - May 16, 1999) was an American physician and suspect in the murder of Elizabeth Short, a.k.a. I hope you get closure. I know youre old, and probably still stuck in the olden times, but it is 2021. Your mother was all things including the most fantastical poet. I was speechless listening to the part about your discovery of the receipts for the concrete and fertilizer. But, no real investigations would occur with a corrupt police force and if the victim were a dead prostitute in a backstreet Manila alley. Would be easy fishing grounds for a man like GHH. Thank you for the response, Steve. Martin Luther King Jr. in July, 1964. I know that because of your diligence, there is reward for you in the eternal. Plus, hes a doctor. I was a bit disturbed when she was on board with the production of the highly fictionalized version of her life. there was never ever any doubt, at any time, that she loved her three sons. Thank you Patricia. it becomes a fruit. 8) Doctor goes to trial accused by . Best, Steve. The other part of me hates the stronger monster inside him, the evil Mr. Dear Sir, I have immense respect for you. I dont know if it was ever asked and answered but why did the second daughter change her name to Fauna 2. Surely they made links between the imagery? Elizabeth Short barely enters the discussion. Yes, I have always believed Tamar and her testimony as to events that occurred at the Franklin House with the three adults in July 1949. Steve H. ~ whats next? Sixth Surrealist Secret Revealed -1950 Sketch Pays Further Homage to and Again Links, Close Friend, Dr. George Hill Hodel to the 1947 Black Dahlia Murder. A photograph of the suspect in the nude with a nude identified colored model was secured from his personal effects. THE HUSTON LETTERS- Personal correspondence between famed film director, John Huston and his ex-wife, Dorothy Huston Hodel [the author's mother] covering the years 1948-1957. George Eliot once wrote Our dead are never dead to us, until we have forgotten them. One of these stories was as I have related in BDA, telling me of her going to our father at age 12 and asking him to help her name her the Black haired doll she had just received from her mother for her 12th birthday in late March of that year. I suppose thats a normal reaction when pondering a sociopathic ghoul who hates women and is incapable of feeling compassion, warmth, or tenderness for fellow human beings. I attempt to examine and present many of the triggers for this in my separate books. If she had been alone she might have chosen differently about telling the truth. Steve Hodel now claims that the Sowden House was his boyhood home. were there any reports from Surrealists at the time? The confusing and complicated crime story is very easy to get lost in due to the circuitous twists and hairpin turns it takes with each passing episode. I have always wondered how Tamars relationship with your father resumed after the incest trial. Cath B: Add William's family friends, and his friends from childhood through adulthood. He did see her back in the early-mid Sixties and did take Fauna II (Deborah Elizabeth, daughter of Tamar and Stan Wilson, the folksinger) out alone for dinner. She is included in my LA Lone Woman Murders and the circumstantial evidence is quite strong. Definitely, Mother Bear Mode protecting her cubs. C. Crow, C. Crow: Janet: Im not watching the fictional episodes, but Tamar, my half-sister was very clear that Faunas father was a White Male Italian from San Francisco. God bless you ! Sad that her life was so tragic. Steve. While I provide much of what I believe to be the motive and crime signatures to his crime, (the method for his madness) separate from that is: physical evidence connecting the crime scene to the body dump location (cement sacks), police tape-recorded admissions and confessions to multiple murders, including Dahlia, as well as police payoffs and to performing abortions, police reports documenting they knew and dated each other prior to the murder, handwriting expert analysis confirming authorship of the Avenger Letters were written by GHH, four top original law enforcement officers independently corroborating each others statements that the case was solved and Dr. George Hodel did it; witness statements connecting him to the crime, and on and on. On 07 December 1940, she married George Hill Hodel in Sonora, Mexico. That was created from the fictional mini-series, I Am The Night which is 95% fiction. Top 10 Professions favoured by Psychopaths Soil samples confirmed his findings. You lived in a rental with your mother and brothers in 1948. Mother said few things that never varied, this is one. By the way, I read your book years ago when it came out and now that Im watching the new series and listening to the podcast, I think Im going to pick it up and read it again! Below is a PDF containing the complete seven pages as included in BDA III Chapter 6, Tamar Nais Hodel. Elon Musk. As always regards sue. The district attorneys files are a shambles and I should know because Ive gone through them. I started out convinced my father would be incapable of committing such a crime and was sure I would be able to clear him of any suspicion. Are you investigating your fathers activity in Asia? Social Security Application Also, how this also ties in with the fact that a hobby of your fathers what photography? Not at all. Best, Steve, Thank you for your ceaseless commitment to the truth, Steve. The letter your mother wrote for your birthday (above) is one of the most beautifully written and sense-filled expressions of devotion and love that I have read. Family dynamics are so complex, and I thought my family was the archetype of dysfunction. She stated she wanted to be involved in the seance with the intention of having the medium free any spirits of victims remaining in house. She was the mother of five children; Fauna Hodel, Fauna II (born Deborah Elizabeth Wilson), Love, Peace and Joy. He was a copyeditor of the LA Times who had dreams of solving the Black Dahlia Murder with I understand the way youre using it is in reference to bigoted people who refuse to make the effort to learn and do better, you did so out of frustration after misunderstanding the intent of the author. And it was her cries heard on the wiretaps? I hope you have love and kindness in your life ?! Your email address will not be published. Amazing she lived that long because of her serious alcohol/drug abuse, but a strong constitution just kept her going. While Fauna Hodel died in 2017 (two years before "Root of Evil"), her daughters found her meticulous journals and reference Fauna's own book One Day She'll Darken: The Mysterious Beginnings of Fauna Hodel to tell her story. I am impressed with your ability to respond to each and every person who has left a note for you thats a rarity. She was in full stonewall mode and the following day went to George and informed him of everything that Lt. Jemison said to her and knew. She would have been 13 I believe. Bob: I feel a lot of truths we were once denied shall no longer have the veil of silence they once possessed. Assume you are referring to the below paragraph. Hi Steve, Did you feel like he was going to come back for his family? Much appreciated. Miami Ghost Chronicles . Daughter of Herman and Anna (Gensler) Lenger. Boris Johnson. It was all my half-sister Faunas collaboration with TNT people behind my back. Meghan Mountbatten Windsor, The Duchess of Sussex. Yes, Tamars first pregnancy was aborted in 1949 and George Hodel was in Hawaii. Steve, No relation to Anjelica. Hi Su: Yes, effortlessly creative and gifted is a perfect description for her. He was also accused of raping his daughter, Tamar Hodel, but was acquitted for that crime. To my knowledge, none of the living relatives ever In doing so, he has re-victimizes himself and victims of violence, including Elizabeth Short, and re-traumatizes himself, survivors and victims families. Wish you a healthy new year. Fauna passed away shortly before the DNA results came out? Steve, Steve, Dear Steve, It was not. (A claim hes made over the past twenty-three years.) The term simply did not exist in awareness; hence the misogyny, sadism, and nihilism. All about Steve Hodel. I think she lived in the room next to mine. That shines down eternally on all of us. Fauna did return to the Sowden/Franklin house for an episode on Ghost Adventures, but I believe on false pretext. But, LAPD claimd they are too busy to do any followup. No luminol ever test back then or through the decades. Tamar always maintained that the father was An Italian in San Francisco that got her drunk and took advantage of her. See the below link to the full story. The name of the school St. Helens Hall never came up in any of my conversations with Tamar, but it is certainly possible. I also wish our police personal were honored more for all that they do to keep us safe. For your information, this old guy doesnt have a racist bone in his body thanks to my mothers teaching and raising me and my brothers to love and respect ALL RACES from our childhood. He is a man that really cares about medicine, not of earning money, but it is incredible to me that he should be in any way connected with it. these are your mothers own words, Steve. No, never did ID that victim. I admire you for uncovering all this and for answering everyone here. To shield them from their father who might have felt the need to remove the threat of exposure of what he had done. My mother died of a heart condition/heart attack at age 76. Even then, I tend to leave room for the story to change, if that makes sense. Steve Hodel has also returned to his claim that his father probably killed Geneva Ellroy, mother of author James Ellroy. Im amazed at your perseverance, working tirelessly to uncover the terrible crimes of your late father. When did Tamar die? Updated addition. Dorothy, Hodel's wife at the time of the Dahlia murder investigation, told authorities, "All I know is that he is not the sort of man psychologically to be the kind to do it. Thank you for sharing it. My father never met Fauna and she was never at the Sowden House until long after my father died and my first book, BDA was published. It is confusing. Join Facebook to connect with Dorothy Hodel and others you may know. Wife of George Hill Hodel Jr. married [date unknown] [location unknown] Descendants . It was such a different feeling from all the gray clouds swirling around me at the time. Thank you. Hello, Mr Hodel. I have read a few times that it was he who gave her second daughter, Fauna, the middle name Elizabeth after Elizabeth Short. 1)George Hodel's wife neglecting her children and drinking. I also applaud your family for bringing the years of abuse and neglect to light. But the arrangement was temporary. Love. 9: Chef I just listened to the podcast. So, for the past twelve or so years, I have chosen just to ignore his rantings. generally and administrative medicine. (3) to the best of my knowledge he didnt and doesnt know her. (4) i have nothing to tell you that would bear out any idea you may have that he did this. For many, the line You can checkout anytime you like, but you can never leave! becomes the frightening reality for so many! Enjoyable and compelling. There were times when Dorothy Hodel was couldn't afford a residence and she and the children lived at the Sowden House. The responsibility is with Steve Hodel and his rather incredible gift for making up new lies and embellishing his old ones. . You, Steve, have chosen to sing the sweet song of Triumph over death and fear. Steve, where in Donegal does your mums family come from ?Im fascinated here in Donegal lol. In reality, Elizabeth Short stopped in Chicago en route from Medford, Mass., to Los Angeles several months after the Suzanne Degnan murder. Donald Trump. Its jarring and can trigger strong feelings to come across outdated and offensive words, but in this case, Mr. Hodel was using such language only in a representative way quoting what was written on a birth certificate. 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