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Betty Broderick, infamous killer, dies in prison at 78

Published Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Updated May 10

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Betty Broderick, an infamous killer convicted in 1991 for the 1989 murders of her ex-husband and his new wife, has died at the age of 78 while serving a life sentence in a California prison. Her death was attributed to natural causes, stemming from an infection that led to sepsis after a fall.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Betty Broderick died at the age of 78 while serving a life sentence in a California prison.
  • She was convicted in 1991 for the 1989 murders of her ex-husband and his new wife.
  • Her death was attributed to natural causes, specifically an infection leading to sepsis after a fall in prison.

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  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    Betty Broderick, convicted in 1991 for the 1989 murders of her ex-husband and his new wife, has died at age 78 while serving a life sentence in California. Her death was initially attributed to natural causes, with an infection leading to sepsis after a fall in prison.

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