Netflix users and netizens cannot stop talking about Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, especially after the true-crime series hinted at an incestuous relationship between Lyle and Erik Menendez. In episode 2, titled "Spree," Lyle kisses his younger brother while explaining that they have a great life ahead.
Following this moment, Erik smiles, and the brothers start spending their father's wealth. Later in the episode, the Menendez brothers arrange a party at their new house, where Lyle and Erik dance intimately, creating an almost awkward atmosphere.
Though Erik doesn't confess to his brother about being in love or having certain feelings, their close interactions in the anthology series might lead viewers to believe the two are in love.
Moreover, Cooper Koch's impressive acting skills hint at Erik being in love with Lyle Menendez in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.
Was Erik Menendez in love with his brother?
No, in real life, there’s no evidence to prove that Erik Menendez was in love with his brother. The two undoubtedly share a close bond, but that cannot be classified as a romantic relationship.
However, in Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan's Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, the Menendez brothers kiss, enjoy intimate dance moves, and even shower together.
Netflix users who have watched Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story are expressing discontent with the creators for not emphasizing the abuse Lyle and Erik endured; instead, they focused more on the inappropriate relationship.
Another Reddit user said:
User @Immediate-Budget3250 also talked about the over-dramatization and wrote:
"I’m totally disappointed as well. Like I said previously nothing wrong with being gay—but these two young men weren’t. I’m on the second episode and the severe sexual abuse they suffered has not even been mentioned."
Not to forget, the true-crime series is inspired by the 1989 crime and includes fictionalized parts. They have been crafted by the writers to sprinkle drama in the latest anthology series.
Cooper Koch's Erik Menendez in Monsters Season 2 seemed quite anxious and scared after killing his parents, it was Lyle who always ensured support to his younger brother who allegedly suffered child abuse.
Is Erik Menendez bi? Exploring his portrayal in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story might confuse viewers about Erik Menendez's sexuality, but the convict has never publicly identified as bisexual. During the trials, he shared being confused but it was due to his father s*xually abusing him, and teasing Erik Menendez with offensive terms.
In Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story episode five, titled The Hurt Man, Leslie Abramson who served as the defense attorney for the brothers, asked Erik if he was gay. Erik Menendez revealed having a relationship with a boy when he was 16 and kept it a secret from everyone.
However, during the real-life trial, when the prosecutor claimed Erik Menendez was gay and the two killed their parents to hide his secret, attorney Leslie Abramson labeled the claim as "disgusting."
So, if you've been wondering about Erik Menendez after watching Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, know that the real-life figure never stated being homosexual despite the prosecutor suggesting made-up theories about the Menendez brothers' relationship.
Does Erik Menendez have a boyfriend in jail?
No, Erik Menendez does not have a boyfriend in jail. He's married to Tammi Menendez since 1999 with whom he connected in 1997. The two communicated through letters, and gradually fell in love. Tammi Menendez has a daughter from her previous marriage and found that she was being abused by her father.
Tammi talked about the incident with Erik Menendez through letters and being a victim himself, Erik Menendez was able to comfort her. In a 2005 interview, Tammi Menendez shared that her daughter Talia loves to visit her stepfather in prison, and they all share a great bond.
Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story is available on Netflix.
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