The article discusses Ed Gein, featured in Netflix’s show ‘Monster.’ Gein, a farmer in the 1950s, was concealing horrifying secrets that led to his notoriety. He committed gruesome crimes that influenced popular horror films.
Who Was Ed Gein?
Ed Gein was born on August 27, 1906, in Wisconsin to George and Augusta Gein. He had one brother, Henry, and grew up in isolation. His mother enforced strict rules, discouraging friendships.
After the death of their father in 1940, Ed and Henry faced further hardships, including Henry’s mysterious death in 1944, which investigators ruled out as foul play, contrary to the show’s portrayal.
The Butcher of Plainfield: His Crimes
Gein was arrested in 1957 after Bernice Worden disappeared. Investigators found evidence leading them to his property, where they discovered Worden’s body and many horrifying items, including human skulls and skin furniture.
He confessed to killing Worden and Mary Hogan, a tavern owner. Gein also admitted to robbing graves to collect body parts.
What Happened to Ed Gein?
Initially charged with Worden’s murder, Gein pleaded not guilty due to insanity and was deemed unfit for trial. Later, he was declared guilty of murder but found not guilty by reason of insanity.
He was never tried for Hogan’s murder or grave robberies. Gein died at the age of 77 in 1984 at a mental health facility.
What inspired Ed Gein’s crimes?
Not stated by the source.
When did Ed Gein die?
He died in 1984.
What films were inspired by Gein?
Films like “Psycho” and “Texas Chain Saw Massacre.”
