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Sneak peek: Murder by Design

December 28, 2017 / 03:09

This episode covers the life and murder of fashion designer Gianni Versace, featuring discussions on his iconic designs, celebrity connections, and the impact of his death.

Tim Gunn, the mentor on Project Runway, highlights the boldness of Versace's designs and his influence on fashion. Tara Solomon, a former nightlife correspondent for the Miami Herald, recalls how Versace brought glamour to Miami Beach.

The episode recounts the day of Versace's murder, detailing the chaos that ensued and the public's reaction. It also touches on the other victims of the spree killer who targeted Versace.

Listeners hear personal reflections on where they were when they learned of Versace's death, emphasizing the shock and disbelief felt by many.

The narrative illustrates Versace's lasting legacy in the fashion world and the cultural impact of his tragic end.

TLDR

Gianni Versace's life, iconic designs, and shocking murder are discussed with Tim Gunn and Tara Solomon.

Episode

3:09
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[Music] [Music] there's something inherently sexy in a Versace design there is a flamboyance
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that is contained and controlled closed we were sent a message about how the world perceives us it's a real wow
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factor I'm Tim Gunn and I am the mentor on Project Runway the frasassi customer was
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not faint of heart one of the most iconic Versace pieces was the gown that he made for Elizabeth Hurley two stars
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were born with that dress Princess Diana wanted a whole new look for the world and Courtney loved it also
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I mean he took her from trashy too sophisticated Versace a help put Miami on the
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international map my name is Tara Solomon and I am the Miami Herald former nightlife correspondent Versace brought
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his entire world of fabulosity and while he may have had homes all around the world he came to Miami Beach
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to relax do you remember where you were when you heard that Versace had been murdered oh I remember
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profoundly I opened up my computer and it flashed before me that Jennifer Sun she had been murdered I was stunned when
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Versace was killed there was pure pandemonium on that particular morning Gianni Versace decided to go over to
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News Cafe and it was on his return home approaching the door he was he was shot and killed and all of a sudden we hear
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bang bang two shots do you remember where roughly he was he was right right here and there
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was obviously yes Sonya buddy if you mentioned Gianni Versace people still don't remember
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those names of the first few people that were killed there was the homicide of Jeff trail and David Madsen
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there was the murder of Lee miglin then there was the murder of William Reese we
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have what we typically call a spree killer this wasn't a haphazard crime mr. Versace was targeted

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This episode stands out for the following:

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  • 90
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  • 85
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  • 80
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Episode Highlights

  • The Iconic Versace Gown
    One of the most iconic Versace pieces was the gown made for Elizabeth Hurley.
    “Two stars were born with that dress.”
    @ 00m 54s
    December 28, 2017
  • Versace's Impact on Miami
    Versace helped put Miami on the international map with his flamboyant designs.
    “Versace brought his entire world of fabulosity.”
    @ 01m 20s
    December 28, 2017
  • The Day of the Murder
    The shocking news of Gianni Versace's murder sent waves of disbelief.
    “I was stunned when Versace was killed.”
    @ 01m 48s
    December 28, 2017

Episode Quotes

  • There's something inherently sexy in a Versace design.
    Sneak peek: Murder by Design
  • He took her from trashy to sophisticated.
    Sneak peek: Murder by Design
  • I was stunned when Versace was killed.
    Sneak peek: Murder by Design

Key Moments

  • Versace's Flamboyance00:23
  • Miami's Glamour01:10
  • Murder Shock01:48

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