Robert Wagner’s 93 years have been a blend of fame, fortune, and tragedy, intertwined with the haunting legacy of his late wife, Natalie Wood. Born to Norwegian immigrants in Detroit in 1930, Wagner’s early career saw him fail his first screen test but later secure a contract with 20th Century Fox. His marriage to Wood in 1957 was marked by media frenzy, but their relationship was turbulent, partly due to Wood’s rising fame and rumors of infidelity.
Wood’s tragic death in 1981 during a yacht trip with Wagner led to a series of controversies. Officially ruled as an accidental drowning, new evidence and conflicting statements have cast doubt on Wagner’s involvement. The case remains unresolved, with Wagner and Wood’s daughter, Natasha Gregson Wagner, maintaining a close relationship despite the unresolved suspicions.
After Wood’s death, Wagner married actress Jill St. John, and the couple remains together. However, Wagner now faces health challenges, including dementia, and his daughter Courtney struggles with substance abuse.
The enigmatic details of Natalie Wood’s death continue to spark debate, leaving many questions unanswered about the tragic end of Hollywood’s golden couple.