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How It Really Happened

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Wondering how the events really happened, HLN's original series revisits and reveals new answers to notorious crimes, mysteries, trials, and celebrity tragedies. The premiere delves into the sensational trial of brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez, including the shocking motive for the brutal murders of their wealthy parents. From there, episodes dissect new clues and re-examine conspiracy theories connected to, among others, the John F. Kennedy Jr. plane crash, the deaths of music royalty Prince, Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston, and the FBI's investigation of "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski. Included are fresh accounts from witnesses who speak publicly about the cases for the first time. Actor Jesse L. Martin hosts.

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How It Really Happened The Death of Michael Jackson: Part 1

Revelations of what Michael Jackson's children and staff witnessed prior to his death and an investigation into the claims that Jackson took his own life.

10:00 AM on HLN

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How It Really Happened The Death of Michael Jackson: Part 2

Revelations of what Michael Jackson's children and staff witnessed prior to his death and an investigation into the claims that Jackson took his own life.

11:00 AM on HLN

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How It Really Happened Who Killed JonBenet Ramsey?

Investigating a wide range of suspects and evidence in the killing of JonBenet Ramsey.

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How It Really Happened Who Killed JonBenet Ramsey?

Investigating a wide range of suspects and evidence in the killing of JonBenet Ramsey.

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How It Really Happened JFK Jr's Tragic Final Flight Part 1

Examining the factors that led to the crash that killed John F. Kennedy Jr. and a never before seen interview with a person who may have been the last person to speak to JFK Jr, moments before the crash.

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How It Really Happened JFK Jr's Tragic Final Flight Part 2

Examining the factors that led to the crash that killed John F. Kennedy Jr. and a never before seen interview with a person who may have been the last person to speak to JFK Jr, moments before the crash.

11:00 AM on HLN

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How It Really Happened The Final Days of Whitney Houston

New details emerge surrounding singer Whitney Houston's last days and her tumultuous relationship with Bobby Brown.

12:00 PM on HLN

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How It Really Happened The Strange Case of Jeffrey Dahmer

The chilling account of a man who survived his encounter with the notorious serial killer, who managed to evade police scrutiny for years.

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How It Really Happened Capturing the Unabomber

Ted Kacyznski's brother, the man who ultimately turned him in to the authorities, discusses the hunt that led to the capture of the Unabomber.

10:00 AM on HLN

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How It Really Happened What Killed Heath Ledger

Bizarre drawings and puzzling clues found in Heath Ledger's apartment could possibly give clues as to whether or not his portrayal as The Joker impacted his life.

11:00 AM on HLN

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