A DNA test was confirmed Charles Manson, the infamous figure cult leader, is the grandfather of a woman.

She described the announcement as truly shocking.

Prominent media such as The Guardian, the Los Angeles Times, and Time Magazine has covered the story.

A upcoming film plans to view Manson’s life via his kin’s viewpoint.

The finding has renewed focus on Manson’s dark past and how it still now impacts heavily his relatives today.

Psychologists say the revelation may spark continuous discussions about heredity and violence.

Fans of true‑crime media follow closely the development of the documentary.