Johnny Stompanato

American bodyguard and soldier

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

Links & References

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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