The Menendez saga took place in an era of the closet, fantasy, and sexual abuse as innuendo
Briefly

The late 1980s and early 1990s were marred by a culture of gossip and sensationalism regarding the Menendez brothers, as societal awareness of child sexual abuse was still developing.
Media coverage of the Menendez case was influenced by the brothers’ looks and wealth, showcasing how beauty and money can overshadow even serious crime narratives.
Romanticization and speculation around the Menendez brothers’ sexuality reflected a deeper societal yearning for validation among young gay men during an era of rampant gossip.
The fascination with Michael and Eric Menendez was amplified by their good looks, leading to a skewed perception driven more by aesthetics than by the horrifying act.
Read at Advocate.com
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