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The FOX True Crime Podcast w/ Emily Compagno

From The Vault: Courtroom Artist Recalls Infamous Cases

The FOX True Crime Podcast w/ Emily Compagno

Fox News

True Crime

4.8708 Ratings

🗓️ 2 January 2025

⏱️ 20 minutes

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Summary

Emily looks back at her conversation with renowned courtroom artist Bill Robles to discuss the many famous trials he's been tasked to illustrate. Bill was responsible for sketching some of the most high-profile trials that have occurred throughout United States history, including those of the Menendez brothers, O.J. Simpson, and Michael Jackson. He shares his love for his craft and sheds light on the memorable moments of his career. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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I'm Emily Campano, and this is the Fox True Crime podcast. Not many people can say they've

0:35.9

witnessed some of the most consequential trials in American

0:38.7

history, but one courtroom artist, one of the best in his field, has witnessed American history

0:44.9

unfold before his very eyes time and time again. Today, I'm revisiting in my conversation with

0:51.9

Bill Robles for a look back at the infamous trials that colored his illustrious, illustrative career.

1:10.4

Bill Robles has sketched some of the most recognizable faces throughout his career.

1:15.6

Whether or not you know it, you've likely seen his work, not at a museum, but during coverage of some of the country's most high-profile trials.

1:24.6

For over 50 years, Bill has carefully observed and captured intense emotions

1:30.1

and dramatic events that have unfolded through his courtroom illustrations. Bill's career

1:35.9

began in 1970 with the murder trial of Charles Manson. Bill's art was broadcast on TV, giving

1:43.5

viewers across the country a look at their dramatic

1:46.5

scenes that took place inside the courtroom.

1:49.8

From there, Bill has sketched numerous other historic trials.

1:53.8

O.J. Simpson, the Oklahoma City Bombers, the Menendez brothers, Michael Jackson, Paris

2:00.0

Hilton, even Britney Spears.

2:02.6

Bill's work has also garnered many incredible awards,

2:05.6

including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles,

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