Anne Soon Choi: LA's Coroner to the Stars, Dr. Thomas Noguchi

Mon, Apr 28 • 6:00 PM

Commonwealth Club

About this event

Join author Anne Soon Choi as she reveals the life of Dr. Thomas Noguchi, infamous as the 'coroner to the stars' who performed autopsies on Robert F. Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe, and Natalie Wood. This enlightening event delves into Noguchi's controversial press conferences and his involvement in the complicated racial politics of the 1960s and 70s Hollywood. Choi, who authored 'L.A. Coroner: Thomas Noguchi and Death in Hollywood,' provides unique insights into Noguchi's most significant cases set against the vibrant backdrop of celebrity culture. Her conversation includes moderator Helen Zia, a noted journalist and author. Don't miss the chance to uncover untold stories behind iconic figures in Hollywood history.

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