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The Jinx Part Two: 5 Shocking New Revelations And The Definitive End Of Robert Durst’s Saga

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The chilling saga of Robert Durst, one of America's most infamous and enigmatic figures, has a definitive, yet still unfolding, conclusion. As of the current date, December 22, 2025, the narrative has been dramatically updated by two major events: Durst's death in 2022 while incarcerated and the highly anticipated, six-episode continuation of the groundbreaking HBO documentary series, *The Jinx – Part Two*, which premiered in April 2024. This sequel promises to peel back new layers of the case, focusing on the tumultuous period following the original series' explosive finale and the decade-long investigation that finally led to his conviction. The original 2015 series, *The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst*, ended with the real estate heir's apparent hot mic confession—"What the hell did I do? Killed them all, of course"—a moment that instantly became a cultural phenomenon and a key piece of evidence in his eventual murder trial. The new series, directed by Andrew Jarecki, picks up the story with Durst's arrest and subsequent trial, introducing new evidence, previously unheard recordings, and interviews with people who came forward after the original docuseries aired, providing a fresh and essential perspective on the man and his alleged crimes.

The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst: A Full Biography

Robert Alan Durst was born on April 12, 1943, into one of New York City's wealthiest and most powerful real estate families, the Durst Organization. His life was marked by immense privilege, deep psychological trauma, and a decades-long trail of death and suspicion that captivated the nation.
  • Full Name: Robert Alan Durst
  • Born: April 12, 1943, in New York City, New York
  • Died: January 10, 2022, at age 78, in Stockton, California
  • Cause of Death: Cardiac arrest (natural causes)
  • Family: Eldest son of Seymour Durst (real estate magnate) and Bernice Herstein Durst. His mother died in a tragic fall when he was seven.
  • Wives: Kathleen "Kathie" McCormack Durst (married 1973, disappeared 1982); Debrah Lee Charatan (married 2000, remained married until his death).
  • Education: Graduated from Lehigh University in 1965; attended UCLA for a doctoral program but did not complete it.
  • Key Alleged Victims:
    • Kathleen Durst (Wife): Disappeared in 1982. Durst was never charged with her murder, but he was convicted of the murder of Susan Berman to prove he killed Berman to cover up Kathie’s murder.
    • Susan Berman (Friend): Murdered in December 2000. Durst was convicted of her murder in 2021.
    • Morris Black (Neighbor): Murdered in Galveston, Texas, in 2001. Durst was acquitted of murder in 2003, claiming self-defense, but convicted of dismembering the body.
  • Conviction: First-degree murder of Susan Berman (2021).
  • Sentence: Life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Durst's early life was overshadowed by the death of his mother, Bernice, who fell from the roof of their Scarsdale home, an event Robert claimed to have witnessed. This trauma, combined with a difficult relationship with his father, Seymour Durst, is often cited as a foundational element of his troubled adult life. The three key cases—the 1982 disappearance of his first wife, Kathleen "Kathie" McCormack Durst; the 2000 execution-style murder of his confidante, Susan Berman; and the 2001 killing and dismemberment of his neighbor, Morris Black, in Texas—form the dark core of his legacy and the subject of the documentary.

The Jinx – Part Two: Unpacking the New Evidence and Aftermath

The original 2015 series concluded with Robert Durst’s arrest on a first-degree murder charge for the death of Susan Berman, which occurred just one day before the finale aired. *The Jinx – Part Two* acts as a crucial epilogue and continuation, exploring the dramatic fallout and the legal battle that followed. The six new episodes, helmed by director Andrew Jarecki and producer Marc Smerling, delve deep into the period from 2015 to Durst's death in 2022. The sequel is not just a recap of the trial; it introduces a new cast of characters and a trove of previously unseen and unheard material, significantly enhancing the topical authority on the Durst case. New interviews with witnesses, prosecutors, and Durst's own inner circle shed light on his behavior while awaiting trial and in prison. The filmmakers gained access to new evidence, including jailhouse calls and recorded conversations, that were instrumental in the prosecution’s case against Durst for Berman’s murder. The new series heavily features the meticulous work of the Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney John Lewin, who prosecuted the Berman case. It chronicles the immense challenge of prosecuting a wealthy, eccentric defendant years after the crime, relying heavily on circumstantial evidence and the powerful narrative established by the original *Jinx* documentary. The new episodes also explore the complex role of Durst's second wife, Debrah Lee Charatan, and his long-time lawyer, Dick DeGuerin, as the legal battle unfolded.

The Final Conviction and The Definitive End of Durst

After years of delays, Robert Durst's trial for the murder of Susan Berman finally began. The prosecution's theory was straightforward: Durst murdered Berman because she knew too much about the 1982 disappearance of Kathie Durst, and that Berman had helped him cover up his involvement in Kathie's presumed death. Berman was shot execution-style in her Los Angeles home in December 2000, just as she was reportedly preparing to speak with New York investigators about the Kathie Durst case. The trial was a media spectacle, with the "killed them all" audio from the original *Jinx* finale being played to the jury. In September 2021, a jury found Robert Durst guilty of first-degree murder. He was sentenced in October 2021 to life in prison without the possibility of parole. This conviction effectively closed the chapter on the Berman murder, offering a measure of justice for her family and friends, including Gilberta Najamy, a close friend of Kathie Durst who had long pursued the truth.

Robert Durst’s Death and the Unresolved Kathie Durst Case

Robert Durst did not spend long behind bars after his conviction. He was incarcerated at the California Health Care Facility in Stockton, California, due to his poor health. On January 10, 2022, Durst died at the age of 78 after suffering cardiac arrest. His death, ruled as being due to natural causes associated with a litany of medical issues, brought an immediate end to all pending legal matters, including his appeal of the Berman conviction. His death also ensured that the case of Kathleen "Kathie" Durst remains technically unresolved. While Durst was convicted of murdering Berman to silence her about Kathie’s disappearance, he was never formally charged or tried for Kathie's murder. Following his conviction, New York authorities had been considering charging him, but his death closed that door. The official entities involved—the Westchester County District Attorney's Office and the New York State Police—continue to classify Kathie Durst’s case as a missing person investigation, although her family and the public largely consider her to be one of Durst's victims.

The Enduring Legacy of The Jinx

The impact of *The Jinx* on the true crime genre, investigative journalism, and the American legal system cannot be overstated. The documentary’s unique access and the dramatic timing of Durst’s arrest and the "hot mic" moment solidified its place in television history. *The Jinx – Part Two* not only provides a finality to the Robert Durst story but also serves as a cautionary tale about wealth, privilege, and the pursuit of justice. The new series promises to reveal fresh LSI keywords and entities that were previously shielded from the public, including the detailed strategies of the defense team, the reaction of Durst's family (the Durst Organization), and the emotional toll on the families of the victims. The ongoing interest in the case, even after Durst's death, underscores the enduring mystery of the man who, in his own words, was caught by a piece of evidence he never anticipated.
the jinx: the life and deaths of robert durst
the jinx: the life and deaths of robert durst

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