Claudine Longet, Notorious for Manslaughter Trial, Passes Away at 84
Claudine Longet, a French singer and actor known for her involvement in a highly publicized manslaughter trial, has died at the age of 84. Her death was announced by her nephew, Bryan Longet, on social media, though the cause was not disclosed. Longet gained notoriety in the 1970s after being charged with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir 'Spider' Sabich. The incident occurred in 1976 at their home in Aspen, Colorado, where Longet claimed the shooting was accidental. Despite being charged with reckless manslaughter, she was found guilty of negligent homicide due to procedural errors by law enforcement, such as taking a blood sample without a warrant. Longet was sentenced to 30 days in jail, served at her convenience, and fined $250. Her career in entertainment, which included acting in TV shows and recording hit albums, effectively ended following the trial. 
