S18E321: From Godfather to Mentor: Brando Behind Closed Doors

The Hollywood Godfather Podcast

GRI Entertainment

Society & Culture, True Crime, Tv & Film

4.7 • 811 Ratings

🗓️ 18 June 2025

⏱️ 44 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, Gianni and Jeannie discuss the show's rising popularity and delve into Gianni's

personal and turbulent relationship with the legendary actor Marlon Brando. The conversation covers Brando's reclusive nature, his numerous children, and the shocking story of how his son Christian accidentally shot and killed Cheyenne Brando's boyfriend. The discussion also touches on the aftermath, including Christian's imprisonment and subsequent suicide, as well as

Cheyenne's struggles with schizophrenia and ultimate suicide. The episode ends on a more positive note, revealing the promising future of Cheyenne's son, Brando's grandson, who is doing well in medical school and modeling.

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1:01.0	Where Jeannie Raymond's secrets are shown
1:06.0	Hollywood Godfather
1:11.9	Welcome, everybody.
1:17.8	It's time for another Hollywood Godfather podcast.
1:21.3	And I personally have to thank all of you.
1:24.3	Our ratings are going through the moon, fortunately.
1:29.9	Jeannie is doing an unbelievable job,
1:39.7	getting you to socialize, comment, whatever she's doing. But thank you. And before we go any further,
1:48.6	Jeannie Raymond, my co-host and star of the show. Oh, well, I'm so happy. You know, it's my favorite night of the week. Anytime I get to spend time hanging out with you, it's always so fun,
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