Impact x Nightline Season 3, Episode 28: Sex, Drugs & Fame: The Russell Brand Story

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What Happened to Matthew Perry?

After the sudden death of beloved actor Matthew Perry, a web of drug dealing and greed is revealed. Five people now arrested and charged in his death. We take you inside the world of ketamine and the final days of Perry’s life.

29 min

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Killer Mom - The Case of Susan Smith

Susan Smith drowned her two young boys, then falsely accused a Black man of carjacking and kidnapping them. Thirty years later, she's now eligible for parole. Despite Smith's crimes and bad behavior behind bars, could she walk free?

29 min

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Diddy: Drugs, Lies & Freak Offs

Freak offs", drugs, and sex trafficking allegations are at the center of a shocking indictment against hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. The investigation into the alleged criminal enterprise facilitating sex crimes. Could Diddy be locked up for life?

29 min

4

Behind The Blind Side - Tackling the Truth

The Blind Side made Michael Oher famous. Now, the former NFL player claims that he was blindsided by the family that took him in. How did such a feel-good story end up mired in a contentious legal battle?

28 min

5

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Looks at the 2024 class of Inductees, explores the evolution of one of the music industry's most prestigious honors, and unpacks the nomination process with music industry experts and legends leading up to this year's ceremony.

27 min

6

Menendez Brothers: Monsters or Victims?

They killed their parents- but now there’s a push to free them. New evidence and a re-examination of the Menendez family’s alleged dark secrets are giving the brothers newfound support. IMPACT investigates as their story once again captivates the nation.

39 min

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One Direction: Liam Payne’s Final Days

Drugs, a trashed hotel room, and a deadly fall: How One Direction’s Liam Payne tragically died. The boy band singer’s sudden death sparked renewed questions about the dark side of fame. How did the 31-year-old’s brilliant star fade so dramatically?

34 min

8

Stealing Graceland

When news broke that Graceland would be foreclosed, fans were shocked. Could it be possible? Through new interviews with those closely connected with the iconic Presley family landmark and untold stories from actress Riley Keough's new memoir detailing her mother's, Lisa Marie Presley, experience growing up there, "IMPACT x Nightline" takes viewers inside Graceland to investigate the shocking alleged foreclosure scheme that many worried had a chance to succeed.

29 min

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Who is the Delphi killer?

Murdered in broad daylight, everyone wants to know what happened to teenagers Abby Williams and Libby German. Who is the Delphi killer? "IMPACT x Nightline" goes inside the trial of the man charged with their brutal deaths.

34 min

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Gone in 16 Minutes: Sinking of the Superyacht

A luxury superyacht sank off the coast of Italy in 16 minutes, sparking global intrigue. Inside the final moments of the Bayesian, one of the rarest sailing yachts in the world owned by billionaire Mike Lynch, told through many exclusive interviews.

37 min

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Cracks in the Crown: Miss Universe in Crisis?

Miss Universe, and its sister pageant Miss USA, have long been the pinnacle of the pageant world, with the ability to launch its queens into the stratosphere. But, recent changes in ownership have caused many to wonder if the crown has lost its luster.

38 min

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What Happened to Karen Silkwood? The Lost Tapes

Silkwood died in a single-car crash while on her way to meet The New York Times reporter David Burnham when authorities say she fell asleep at the wheel just miles from a union meeting she had just attended. She’d agreed to deliver sensitive documents that were never found after the crash

44 min

13

Elton John: Still Standing

Robin Roberts sits down with music legend Elton John to look back at his life and career. Lady Gaga, Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and other artists Elton has mentored and collaborated with share what it is like working with the legendary musician.

33 min

14

Gilgo Beach Murders: A Serial Killer's Secrets?

When police finds bodies on Gilgo Beach, they believe their perpetrator could be a killer by night.

29 min

15

Facelift: After Fillers?

Hollywood is dissolving its face fillers, and some young people are also following suit going from needles to knives as some in their 20s are seeking facelifts or other surgeries to tap into the fountain of youth.

21 min

16

Blake vs. Justin

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are in a major legal battle; investigating how the feud got so bad.

33 min

17

Kendrick v. Drake: The Feud

Team Kendrick vs. Drake rivalry escalates with accusations, shooting and lawsuit.

29 min

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"What's Happening with Wendy Williams?

Wendy Williams has broken her silence on her guardianship, challenging her dementia diagnosis and pleading for her independence. "IMPACT x Nightline" speaks with Williams and dives deep into her case as her guardian calls for her to be reevaluated.

33 min

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Little Miss Innocent Freed

Kaitlyn Conley was previously convicted of poisoning to death her ex-boyfriend's mom.

29 min

20

Surviving Slender Man

An astonishing attack and an unbelievable motive: How did a sleepover end in attempted murder to please the fictional character Slender Man? "IMPACT x Nightline" unpacks the case after a new court ruling changes everything for one of the assailants.

26 min

21

Switched Before Birth

A woman is suing a fertility clinic after delivering a baby that wasn't biologically hers. Another family opens up about swapping babies with a nearby couple after an IVF mix-up. While mistakes are rare, families who experience them are demanding change.

29 min

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Denise Richards: Wilder Than Ever

Denise Richards is back. The actress and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum navigating Hollywood, motherhood, OnlyFans, and reclaiming her sexy image.

26 min

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Confessions of a Child Bride: Courtney Stodden's Story

Courtney Stodden married Hollywood actor Doug Hutchison. She was 16, he was 51. At the time, she claimed they were soulmates. Now divorced, she's speaking out against underage marriage and how she says she was groomed.

29 min

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Selena: Beyond the Headlines

Selena, one of the most celebrated entertainers of her generation. Now, thirty years after her tragic murder, could her killer be set free? Insights from those who knew and worked closely with Selena, and her enduring legacy in music, fashion and pop culture.

27 min

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Tracy Anderson: Fitness, Fame and Hollywood

Tracy Anderson has been Hollywood's secret weapon for nearly two decades. Stars like Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Lopez and Olivia Palermo turning to her famed fitness method. But it hasn't been without controversy. Inside her famous fallouts and more.

28 min

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Lori Vallow Daybell: The Doomsday Mom Murders

She was the beauty queen mom who seemingly had it all. He was the religious leader prepping for the end of the world. As their affair unfolded, their family started dying and disappearing. Back on trial for murder, Lori Vallow Daybell says she's innocent.

27 min

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Secrets in the Snow: The Murder Retrial of Karen Read

Karen Read is back on trial for the murder of her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, who was found dead in the snow after a night of drinking with friends. But did she do it or is she being framed?

33 min

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Sex, Drugs & Fame: The Russell Brand Story

Russell Brand’s raunchy humor and bad-boy image helped launch his career but now he’s facing criminal charges of sexual assault and rape, which he denies. How did a star once married to Katy Perry turn into a right-wing influencer accused of sex assault crimes?

34 min

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Deadly Smile: The Happy Face Killer

The story of Patsy Skiple, one of the Happy Face Killer's Jane Doe victims, is finally uncovered decades after her disappearance. Her family and the daughter of the serial killer share the painful fallout of his crimes.

29 min

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Diddy on Trial

The criminal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs has begun. Prosecutors allege he engaged in a dark underworld of sex trafficking, prostitution and more. The mogul denies all accusations, maintaining his innocence. “IMPACT x Nightline” goes inside the case.

33 min

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Inside the Kim Kardashian Heist

Insiders give new and exclusive details of Kim Kardashian's harrowing robbery when she was held at gunpoint in Paris. One of the robbers, a victim who was inside Kim's hotel room, and a key investigator speaking out for the first time.

30 min

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It Started With a Scream: What Happened to Holly Bobo?

For years, the small town of Parsons, Tennessee believed they had put away Holly Bobo’s killers. Now, possible evidence and recanted testimony from a star witness could unravel the case. Some are wondering if the wrong people are behind bars.

34 min

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Eric Dane Speaks: The Diane Sawyer Interview

Eric Dane, the beloved star of “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Euphoria,” speaks for the first time to Diane Sawyer about his ALS diagnosis. The charismatic star opens up about his health, family, work and future.

22 min

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The Chrisleys: Life After Lockup

Fresh out of federal lockup, Todd and Julie Chrisley sit down to tell all to "IMPACT x Nightline." They detail their life behind bars and their surprise homecoming, while daughter Savannah sheds light on her fight for their presidential pardon.

34 min