The Shocking Case of New York’s Hated Socialite | Ann Woodward

Welcome to Forgotten Lives! In today's episode we are looking into the life of Ann Eden Woodward, an American showgirl and model who married and later killed banking heir millionaire William Woodward Jr.

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[mrsbluesky]

I feel very sorry for her kids who I think suffered the most.

[ronque]

Interesting story. Very tragic that she and both her sons killed themselves. What grief they must have suffered. She realized a lot of her dreams from such humble beginnings but the fast life and the scandal swallowed her up. RIP to them all.

[maryrowe]

What a sad, sad tale. Thank you for showcasing these “forgotten” lives!

[patriciamartinez]

So tragic when someone takes their own life. They must have felt very alone and trapped. So sad for all❤

[moonlightdancer]

I remember watching this on an episode on A Crime to Remember..I kinda felt sorry for her. Her mother-law was a monster

[TinaBiebe]

When I heard Ann’s name, the first thing I thought was that I was sure she was one of Capote’s Swans and sure enough. I recently finished an audiobook on all the Swans and I finished it gaining more insight into these ladies like Ann, but also what a despicable vile nasty person Capote was, seemingly basking in their glow like some fort of parasite. I’ll not deny his talent, but for the women who thought themselves close friends, he betrayed their confidences with what we got of that story if his. And Ann barely knew him according to your report and he still managed to leave carnage. I feel bad for Ann and her sons, and I’ve lost a lot of respect I had for Capote, whom I used to see on Johnny Carson when I was growing up. Thank you for highlighting Ann, and subtly showing what a vicious person Capote could be.

[hrefna]

What an unpleasant, spiteful, vicious creature Capote was. There was absolutely no reason for him to write his poisonous filth, other than self aggrandisement and feathering his nest. He was utterly vile

[phineas]

poor woman. on the outside she had everything. Looks, money, kids, marriage. and really she had nothing. poor soul. poor kids. rest in peace, all of them. and T. Capote, what a piece of work HE was. great as always, FL.

[TH-hykr]

Thank you for your consistently well done videos. They are fascinating.

[bonnietoups]

Answered Prayers should have been titled “In Cold Blood”, but Capote had already used it for his previous book. He had a pattern of insinuating himself into Perry & the Swans’ lives only to exploit their lives for his own literary gain.

[vialogan]

A perfect example of the timeworn axiom stating money cannot buy happiness. Often, those who appear to have everything experience the deepest struggles. In some ways, we're seeing this play out in the current social "cancelling" of celebrity culture as many revolt against the idolatry of entertainers and influencers. Stars - they're just like us, yes? What a tragic tale forever affecting so many lives in just seconds. Thank you for telling a story I've never heard, and telling it well.

[sherrybirchall]

I don't think you ought to say that Capote's writings were revelations. More like malicious gossip, which resulted in several deaths.

[ruthm.]

What an incredible real life story! You have told it very well (and with impartiality) . The photos are excellent in illustrating the scenes.
I can't believe that I never heard of this case. I was born exactly a year after that shooting, so I guess that by the time I could read, it was no longer newsworthy.
Thank you for presenting another amazing story that has been forgotten.
Well done!!

[ABeautfulMess]

Capote was a great writer but a real jerk

[wiseoldowl]

William Woodward was not "a horse trainer." He was the leading breeder and owner of top racehorses for decades. He was chairmain of the Manufacturers Hanover Bank ( now Chase.) President of the Jockey Club, the governing board of horse racing, which in those days was the most attended sport in America.

[ceciliasanchez]

I’d never heard about this before but it’s so tragic. Please keep up the amazing work! I love your videos

[heatherrounds]

Thanks for telling her story. This was better than watching her story on Feud: Capote vs The Swans.

[sandreawhite]

Sad. Blessed with beauty and talent and lived a very sad life.

[dezerismith]

Why hasn't this channel reached a million followers? I'll never know?🧐🙏🏽💓

[Mattostar-zd]

Hello Forgotten Lives. It's lovely having another spectacular upload from your channel. Something to look forward to every time I come around to watch. 😊