Reality star Kim Kardashian recently visited the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility, where she met with inmates, including the infamous Menendez brothers, Lyle and Erik. Accompanying her were sister Khloe, mother Kris Jenner, film producer Scott Budnick, and actor Cooper Koch, who portrays Erik in the Netflix series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.”
This visit coincides with Erik Menendez’s public criticism of the Netflix series, where he accused it of misrepresenting him and his brother. “It is with a heavy heart that I say, I believe Ryan Murphy cannot be this naive and inaccurate about the facts of our lives so as to do this without bad intent,” Menendez stated, sharing his thoughts on his wife Tammi Menendez’s X (formerly Twitter) account. His remarks have sparked further debate regarding the series and its portrayal of their story.
Kardashian, a known advocate for prison reform, has previously visited correctional facilities and discussed rehabilitation programs. Her participation in this visit underscores the ongoing dialogue surrounding the justice system and the complexities inherent in true crime narratives.
The visit also highlights the intersection of celebrity culture and true crime, raising ethical questions about the portrayal of real-life tragedies for entertainment purposes.
