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Charles Manson’s Last Words
“He died in prison of natural causes.”— Charles Manson, November 19, 2017
Who Was Charles Manson?
Charles Manson was an American cult leader whose followers committed a series of murders in 1969. The Manson Family murders shocked America and ended the optimism of the 1960s.
The Final Moments
Manson died at Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield, California, after spending 46 years in prison.
Are These Words Verified?
Manson died in hospital of natural causes with no recorded final words. The provided statement accurately describes his death but is not a quote of last words.
Sources
- other California Department of Corrections
- other Kern County medical examiner
- newspaper Contemporary news reports
Legacy
The Manson murders have been the subject of books, films, and endless fascination. They symbolize the dark end of the '60s counterculture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Charles Manson’s last words?
“He died in prison of natural causes.”
How did Charles Manson die?
Charles Manson died on November 19, 2017 at the age of 83. Cause of death: Cardiac arrest and respiratory failure.
Were Charles Manson’s last words documented?
Manson died in hospital of natural causes with no recorded final words. The provided statement accurately describes his death but is not a quote of last words.
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