The Black Dahlia is an old Hollywood case that remains a huge mystery. Elizabeth Short was an aspiring actress who dreamed of becoming a star; she had the looks, talent, and charisma. Although she was a beautiful girl, it wasn’t easy making it in such a cut-throat industry. However, Elizabeth worked hard and was determined to make her mark on the world. You know what they say: be careful what you wish for.
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Elizabeth Short certainly made her mark, but not in the way she had hoped. She gained fame when her body was found in a horrific manner and her case made headline news. She was dubbed the Black Dahlia and everyone was fascinated (and terrified) by what happened to her. Who would hurt such an innocent girl?
Here is the full story of Elizabeth Short, aka the Black Dahlia.