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Eight-Five Years Ago: The Mysterious Murder of Vivian Gordon
Just eighty‑five years ago this month, New York woke to one of the most sensational crimes of the Jazz Age: the murder of Vivian Gordon, the so‑called lady gangster whose life and death exposed the city’s darkest undercurrents. Her body was discovered in Van Cortlandt Park on a frigid February morning in 1931, and within…
Updated Edition of King of The Godfathers
King of the Godfathers: Joseph Massino and the Fall of the Bonanno Crime Family An updated edition of King of The Godfathers, my definitive account of Bonanno boss Joseph Massino, will be released this June. This edition features a powerful new foreword by former FBI undercover agent Joseph Pistone—better known as Donnie Brasco—whose infiltration of the…
Bruce Cutler, the bombastic and iconoclastic attorney who catapulted to fame representing the late Gambino boss John Gotti, died on October 6. Sorry to hear of his passing. He was always a straight shooter with me. Always good for copy. Here I am with him in Cadman Plaza Park in Brooklyn during the Mafia Cops…
Tribute to Vivian Gordon: A Hidden Life Unearthed
“Broadway Butterfly” was just featured in a news segment on ABC Television. It explores the struggles Vivian Gordon faced throughout her short and tumultuous life. Additionally, the segment captures the moment of my visit to her grave, where I had a monument placed at the previously unmarked burial spot. This tribute symbolizes both remembrance and…
Celebrating One Year of Broadway Butterfly: A Journey
Today marks the first anniversary of the publication of Broadway Butterfly. How fast time has gone. It’s incredible to reflect on the journey I’ve taken over the past year. Since my debut presentation at the Mob Museum in Las Vegas, I’ve participated in a series of interviews with several national press outlets, including radio shows,…
The Time Magazine Interview
In the past week, I’ve found myself doing a lot of press about the new movie Alto Knights, which has garnered significant attention from both fans and critics alike. As a writer, it’s been gratifying to see how my books, Top Hoodlum and The Deadly Don, were used as research material for the script, blending…
The Alto Knights Preview
Last night, I attended the preview of the new film, The Alto Knights, which starts Robert DeNiro in a dual role as Frank Costello and Vito Genovese. The movie has already generated considerable buzz among critics and audiences alike. Starring the legendary Robert DeNiro in a remarkable dual role, he was a dead ringer for…
Hamptons Whodunit 2025
I will be returning for this year’s Hamptons Whodunit, an event I eagerly anticipate. It will take place from April 10-13th, bringing together true crime and mystery enthusiasts and noted authors who share their wit and wisdom in the picturesque village of East Hampton. I will be speaking with fellow author Casey Sherman, on Saturday…
Inside Alto Knights: Frank Costello and Vito Genovese Uncovered
The “Alto Knights,” an eagerly awaited film that delves deeply into the intertwined lives of Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, showcases the incredible talent of Robert DeNiro as he takes on the challenging task of portraying both infamous mobsters. Set to be released on March 21, this cinematic piece is brought to life by the…
Get Ready to Unwrap Some Crime: Organized Crime Books for Your Holiday Shopping List
Looking for the perfect gift for the true crime lover in your life this holiday season? Look no further! “The Deadly Don” and “Gotti’s Boys” are must-reads for anyone fascinated by the underworld of organized crime. These organized crime books aren’t your typical cozy mysteries – they dive deep into the gritty and intriguing world…
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Anthony M. DeStefano 