Phil Spector convicted of murder - GoFuckYourself.com

DVTimes · 04-13-2009, 03:23 PM

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/6984082.stm

DVTimes · 04-13-2009, 03:24 PM

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/6984082.stm

US music producer Phil Spector has been convicted of murdering actress Lana Clarkson at his home six years ago.

The 68-year-old, famous for the "Wall of Sound" recording technique, faces between 15 years and life in prison.

He had pleaded not guilty to the second degree murder of 40-year-old Ms Clarkson, who was shot in the mouth at Spector's home in Los Angeles.

Spector remained quiet as the verdict was read out. He was remanded in custody until sentencing on 29 May.

His young wife Rachelle sobbed as the verdict was announced.

Spector had looked frail as he entered the courtroom earlier, dressed in a black suit with a bright red tie.

His trial, at the city's Superior Court, had lasted five months and saw 77 witnesses take the stand.

The jury took some 30 hours of deliberation to reach their unanimous guilty verdict.

An earlier trial was abandoned in 2007 after a jury failed to reach a unanimous decision.

Second degree murder falls between first degree murder, which requires proof of pre-meditation, and manslaughter.

Stun gun

Actress Clarkson, 40, had been working as a hostess at the House of Blues venue in Los Angeles, and went home with Spector on the night of her death.

Lana Clarkson appeared in cult 1980s film Barbarian Queen
After appearing in cult 1980s films such as Barbarian Queen and Fast Times at Ridgemont High, her acting career had hit the rocks.

Spector had arrived at the club with waitress Kathy Sullivan, before setting his sights on Ms Clarkson.

Spector's Brazilian chauffeur, Adriano De Souza, said his boss appeared to be intoxicated and that Ms Clarkson was initially reluctant to go home with the music producer.

She was found dead in the foyer of his house in the early hours of the morning.

A holster that matched the snub-nosed Cold Cobra revolver that Spector used to kill her was found in a drawer in the foyer.

Mr De Souza called the emergency services, saying: "I think my boss killed somebody", after Spector emerged from his home with a gun.

He told jurors Spector had said: "I think I killed somebody."

The producer was taken into custody about 40 minutes after the shooting and had to be subdued by officers using a stun gun.

The trial also heard from a number of women who said Spector had threatened them with guns in the past.

Defence lawyers had argued that Ms Clarkson's death was a suicide.

Spector himself decided not to give evidence.

The two sides in the trial closed their cases on 7 September.

The prosecution, speaking last, offered a dramatic animated video purporting to recreate the shooting, showing Spector within inches of Ms Clarkson's mouth.

Prolific career

"These are not evidence," prosecutor Pat Dixon said of the animations. "They are our view of what happened."

Spector's lawyer closed her case by asking jurors not to become "vigilantes", appealing to them not to judge the star on his eccentric appearance, or by stories of women who dated him.

The jury began their deliberations on 11 September, but returned to court after a week to say they were split over the verdict.

Superior Court Judge Larry Paul Fidler ruled they would not be allowed to consider a lesser charge of manslaughter after hearing arguments from lawyers on both sides of the case.

Spector worked with some of the biggest names in the pop and rock business, including The Beatles and Ike and Tina Turner.

He produced hits including You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' by the Righteous Brothers and the Ronettes' Be My Baby.

AliGbone · 04-13-2009, 03:24 PM

dats good newzzzzzzz he looks gilty on da murder charges

Manowar · 04-13-2009, 03:25 PM

damn.....

Max - RiotDesign · 04-13-2009, 03:28 PM

Janak · 04-13-2009, 03:29 PM

Fucking ridiculous. SIX YEARS he had to wait for a verdict.

gandalfuy · 04-13-2009, 03:31 PM

Omg!!!

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Yen_HerbalRevenue · 04-13-2009, 03:33 PM

Wow what a sick man....

Rodent · 04-13-2009, 03:33 PM

Guy is a nutjob

Rochard · 04-13-2009, 04:27 PM

Guilty as sin. This fucker had a long history of this kind of shit.

Domain Diva · 04-13-2009, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Janak

Fucking ridiculous. SIX YEARS he had to wait for a verdict.

Yea ,bet he wished now it had took even longer now !

Total wacko ,after l read the story im sure he was guilty

gmr324 · 04-13-2009, 05:28 PM

What a Sideshow Bob CrackPot!

Mrs Blazing · 04-13-2009, 05:30 PM

Finally it's over...May Lana Clarkson rest in peace.

cherrylula · 04-13-2009, 07:09 PM

yeah the guy is a genius but a nutjob...

good luck in your final days Phil.

Ozarkz · 04-13-2009, 07:12 PM

He'll be out in 8 months with good behavior.

BV · 04-13-2009, 08:00 PM

dam, what a delay on that verdict

Jim_Gunn · 04-13-2009, 11:19 PM

Guilty- you can't find a person who worked with this nut job over the years who hasn't had a gun pulled on them.

DaddyHalbucks · 04-13-2009, 11:26 PM

I'm glad another rich and powerful person didn't escape justice.

04-13-2009, 03:23 PM	#1
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DVTimes xxx Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: UK Posts: 31,544	http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/6984082.stm US music producer Phil Spector has been convicted of murdering actress Lana Clarkson at his home six years ago. The 68-year-old, famous for the "Wall of Sound" recording technique, faces between 15 years and life in prison. He had pleaded not guilty to the second degree murder of 40-year-old Ms Clarkson, who was shot in the mouth at Spector's home in Los Angeles. Spector remained quiet as the verdict was read out. He was remanded in custody until sentencing on 29 May. His young wife Rachelle sobbed as the verdict was announced. Spector had looked frail as he entered the courtroom earlier, dressed in a black suit with a bright red tie. His trial, at the city's Superior Court, had lasted five months and saw 77 witnesses take the stand. The jury took some 30 hours of deliberation to reach their unanimous guilty verdict. An earlier trial was abandoned in 2007 after a jury failed to reach a unanimous decision. Second degree murder falls between first degree murder, which requires proof of pre-meditation, and manslaughter. Stun gun Actress Clarkson, 40, had been working as a hostess at the House of Blues venue in Los Angeles, and went home with Spector on the night of her death. Lana Clarkson appeared in cult 1980s film Barbarian Queen After appearing in cult 1980s films such as Barbarian Queen and Fast Times at Ridgemont High, her acting career had hit the rocks. Spector had arrived at the club with waitress Kathy Sullivan, before setting his sights on Ms Clarkson. Spector's Brazilian chauffeur, Adriano De Souza, said his boss appeared to be intoxicated and that Ms Clarkson was initially reluctant to go home with the music producer. She was found dead in the foyer of his house in the early hours of the morning. A holster that matched the snub-nosed Cold Cobra revolver that Spector used to kill her was found in a drawer in the foyer. Mr De Souza called the emergency services, saying: "I think my boss killed somebody", after Spector emerged from his home with a gun. He told jurors Spector had said: "I think I killed somebody." The producer was taken into custody about 40 minutes after the shooting and had to be subdued by officers using a stun gun. The trial also heard from a number of women who said Spector had threatened them with guns in the past. Defence lawyers had argued that Ms Clarkson's death was a suicide. Spector himself decided not to give evidence. The two sides in the trial closed their cases on 7 September. The prosecution, speaking last, offered a dramatic animated video purporting to recreate the shooting, showing Spector within inches of Ms Clarkson's mouth. Prolific career "These are not evidence," prosecutor Pat Dixon said of the animations. "They are our view of what happened." Spector's lawyer closed her case by asking jurors not to become "vigilantes", appealing to them not to judge the star on his eccentric appearance, or by stories of women who dated him. The jury began their deliberations on 11 September, but returned to court after a week to say they were split over the verdict. Superior Court Judge Larry Paul Fidler ruled they would not be allowed to consider a lesser charge of manslaughter after hearing arguments from lawyers on both sides of the case. Spector worked with some of the biggest names in the pop and rock business, including The Beatles and Ike and Tina Turner. He produced hits including You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' by the Righteous Brothers and the Ronettes' Be My Baby. __________________ The Affiliate Program

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Janak Confirmed User Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 483	Fucking ridiculous. SIX YEARS he had to wait for a verdict. __________________ My stats here.

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Rochard Jägermeister Test Pilot Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: NORCAL Posts: 73,501	Guilty as sin. This fucker had a long history of this kind of shit. __________________ “The choice is no longer between right or left. The choice is between normal and crazy.” - Sarah Huckabee Sanders YNOT MAIL \| THE BEST ADULT MAILING SOLUTION

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gmr324 Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,199	What a Sideshow Bob CrackPot!

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Mrs Blazing Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 46	Finally it's over...May Lana Clarkson rest in peace. __________________ [email protected] \| ICQ # 416-768-621

04-13-2009, 07:09 PM	#14
cherrylula lol Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 15,969	yeah the guy is a genius but a nutjob... good luck in your final days Phil.

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Ozarkz So Fucking Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 2,377	He'll be out in 8 months with good behavior.

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BV wtf Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bikini State, FL USA Posts: 10,914	dam, what a delay on that verdict

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Jim_Gunn Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Where The Teens Are Posts: 5,702	Guilty- you can't find a person who worked with this nut job over the years who hasn't had a gun pulled on them.

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DaddyHalbucks A freakin' legend! Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada USA Posts: 18,975	I'm glad another rich and powerful person didn't escape justice. __________________ Boner Money