Natalie Wood
A look at the actress' career, from child star to her untimely and mysterious death
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Lana Turner
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Seduced by "Miranda"
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Natalie Wood's fatal voyage
"48 Hours" reveals new details in the investigation into the actress's 1981 death
Cheryl Crane on new book
Author Cheryl Crane talks about her new book, "The Bad Always Die Twice," and how it was inspired by her mother, movie star Lana Turner.
Natalie Wood's death re-investigated in Hawaii
Natalie Wood boat captain Dennis Davern joins police aboard Splendour in inquiry
Coroner's report on the death of Natalie Wood
From the CBS News archives: Los Angeles County Chief Medical Examiner-Coroner Thomas Noguchi, gives details on Natalie Woods's death, during a 1981 press conference. Plus, a look back at Wood's life and career.
The Miranda obsession: Buck Henry gets a jolt
Legendary writer, director, and actor Buck Henry recalls how "Miranda" got Johnny Carson to give him the shock of his life. Then, "Miranda" gives Vanity Fair writer Bryan Burrough her side of the story.
Lana Turner addresses reporters
Watch as actress Lana Turner and her lawyer talks to reporters after the release of her teenage daughter, Cheryl Crane, from juvenile hall following the murder of Turner's boyfriend, Johnny Stompanato.
Turner's hairdresser: "Lana told me she killed Stompanato"
"Hairdresser to the Stars" Eric Root talks about his friend and client, actress Lana Turner, and what she told him about the murder of her boyfriend, Johnny Stompanato.
George Schlatter: Memories of Lana
Producer George Schlatter fondly recalls his memories of movie star Lana Turner.
George Schlatter on Johnny Stompanato
Producer George Schlatter dishes about Johnny Stompanato and Mickey Cohen hanging out in Hollywood.
Mart Crowley on Wood/Wagner romance
Playwright Mart Crowley, who wrote "The Boys In The Band," and a close friend of Natalie Wood and Robert Wagner, talks to "48 Hours" about the couple's relationship.
Doug Bombard on finding Natalie Wood's body
Doug Bombard found Natalie Wood's body, retrieved her from the water then gave her to authorities. Bombard, a Catalina businessman, arranged a search team to aid in finding the missing actress.
Dennis Davern on life after Natalie Wood's death
Dennis Davern, captain of the Splendour, talks about his life after the death of actress Natalie Wood.
Dennis Davern on Natalie Wood's death
Dennis Davern, captain of the Splendour, the yacht owned by Natalie Wood and Robert Wagner, is asked by "48 Hours" if he thinks the death of Wood is a case of murder.
Splendour captain on Natalie Wood's last night
Dennis Davern tells "48 Hours" about the fight he allegedly heard between Robert Wagner and Natalie Wood the night she died.
Mart Crowley on Natalie Wood's star power
Playwright Mart Crowley talks with "48 Hours" about his "beautiful" and "funny" friend, Natalie Wood, and why he thinks audiences were so attracted to her.
Exclusive: 1981 Natalie Wood detective breaks silence
Duane Rasure, the lead detective of Natalie Wood's original 1981 downing investigation, tells CBS News "48 Hours" that he "never really got suspicious of a murder" in the case. He says boat captain Dennis Davern is "trying to sell a book and make money off of it."
Cheryl Crane on her famous neighbors
Cheryl Crane, daughter of actress Lana Turner, talks with "48 Hours" about her childhood neighbors -- Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli.
CBS News Archives: Natalie Wood dies
CBS News' David Dow reports on the Nov. 29, 1981, drowning death of actress Natalie Wood off the California coast.
Rescue boat captain says Natalie Wood could have survived
Rescue boat captain Roger Smith tells "48 Hours" about the night he was called by the Coast Guard to assist in the search for the missing actress.
FSU mass shooting injures multiple people; suspect in custody
Florida State University urged students to seek shelter and await further instructions as police responded to reports of an active shooter.
Trump says Fed Chair Powell's "termination cannot come fast enough"
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Italy's Meloni meets with Trump amid EU anxiety
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Supreme Court to weigh Trump's birthright citizenship executive order
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on May 15 on a Trump administration request to partially enforce the president's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
FSU students, parents describe fear, confusion during campus shooting
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Justice Department wants to step in for Trump in E. Jean Carroll appeal
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Schumer calls for hate crime investigation into fire at Pa. governor's home
Schumer, the top Jewish elected official in the U.S., said statements "raise serious concerns about antisemitic motivation."
Missing woman's body found buried under shed; handyman questioned
A missing 82-year-old woman's remains were found buried beneath a shed and partially encased in concrete in northwestern Washington, authorities said.
GLP-1 pill shows success for diabetes, weight loss, Eli Lilly says
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Supreme Court to weigh Trump's birthright citizenship executive order
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FSU students, parents describe fear, confusion during campus shooting
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Schumer calls for hate crime investigation into fire at Pa. governor's home
Schumer, the top Jewish elected official in the U.S., said statements "raise serious concerns about antisemitic motivation."
Shein, Temu will raise prices next week as a trade loophole closes
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Missing woman's body found buried under shed; handyman questioned
A missing 82-year-old woman's remains were found buried beneath a shed and partially encased in concrete in northwestern Washington, authorities said.
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Shein, Temu will raise prices next week as a trade loophole closes
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Google's digital ad network an illegal monopoly, judge rules
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Small businesses say uncertainty is worse than tariffs. Here's why.
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Trump says Fed Chair Powell's "termination cannot come fast enough"
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Italy's Meloni meets with Trump amid EU anxiety
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Schumer calls for hate crime investigation into fire at Pa. governor's home
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Trump says Fed Chair Powell's "termination cannot come fast enough"
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Judge sides with Catholic employers on worker's abortions, fertility care
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GLP-1 pill shows success for diabetes, weight loss, Eli Lilly says
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Beyond Ivy League, RFK Jr.'s NIH slashed science funding across U.S.
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NIH ultra-processed food scientist says RFK Jr. aides censored him
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Inside America's organ transplant system
In the United States more than 100,000 people are currently waiting on lifesaving organ transplants. And while transplants and recoveries have reached record highs in recent years, so has the number of organs going to waste. One in five donated organs were discarded last year. CBS News followed 31-year-old organ donor Mitch Potter as his family copes with loss while doctors try to ensure that his ultimate gift can be utilized to save others.
Some states want to ban food stamp recipients from buying soda and candy
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
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U.K. touts test of new radio wave weapon to take down "swarms of drones"
The U.K. military has carried out a first successful test of a British-made "directed energy weapon" to down dozens of drones at once.
Wife identifies missing husband's shirt at cartel recruitment ranch
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Israeli family's dog found in Gaza 18 months after Hamas attack
For the Dancyg family and their brutalized Kibbutz Nir Oz community in Israel, pooch Billie's return from Gaza is a miracle, and a "little light in a lot of sorrow."
U.S. man still in jail after going to banned island to see remote tribe
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Italy's Meloni meets with Trump amid EU anxiety
Trump has lauded Italy's right-wing Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as a "fantastic leader." Their affinity has put pressure on the EU flag-bearer.
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Skye P. Marshall on career change and working with Kathy Bates on "Matlock"
Skye P. Marshall also worked in the pharmaceutical industry before she pursued acting. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about the transition and starring in the legal drama, "Matlock."
Skye P. Marshall on "Matlock" finale
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James Brolin on "Ransom Canyon"
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Michelle Trachtenberg died of diabetes complications, officials say
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Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
Google's digital ad network an illegal monopoly, judge rules
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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How AI is reuniting people with pets
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Is Zoom down? Users report problems with video conferencing software
Tens of thousands of Zoom users said they were unable to host or participate in meetings Wednesday.
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Breaking down the return of dire wolves
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Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
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NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
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Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
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Missing woman's body found buried under shed; handyman questioned
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