Johnny Stompanato
American bodyguard and soldier

Born
1925
100 years ago
Died
April 4th, 1958
67 years ago — 33 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Served as a bodyguard for various high-profile individuals and was a soldier in the United States Army. Stompanato had a notable association with actress Lana Turner, which garnered significant media attention. His life ended when he was fatally stabbed in a domestic incident involving Turner’s daughter. This incident prompted widespread media coverage and public interest.
Worked as a bodyguard for Lana Turner
Served in the United States Army
Died in a domestic incident
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