One America News Network OAN Staff Brooke Mallory
California Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom has once again denied parole to Patricia Krenwinkel, a former follower of cult leader Charles Manson and one of the perpetrators of the infamous 1969 Tate-LaBianca murders.
This is the second time that Newsom (D-Calif.) has overruled a parole board’s recommendation for her release, the first being in 2022. They recommended her release for a second time nearly five months ago.
Krenwinkel, now 77, was convicted of seven counts of first-degree murder for her role in the killings, which included the murder of pregnant actress Sharon Tate. She has been incarcerated since 1971 and is currently the longest-serving female inmate in California — having spent over 54 years behind bars.
Over the decades, Krenwinkel has pursued degrees, maintained a clean prison record, and expressed remorse for her crimes, according to the parole board. Her legal team has also highlighted her personal transformation, labeling her a low risk to society, while emphasizing “the abuse she suffered” under Manson’s control. A 2017 investigation acknowledged her history of victimization, supporting her rehabilitation efforts.
Despite these factors, Governor Newsom concluded that Krenwinkel still poses an “unreasonable danger to society.”
In his decision, he cited her limited insight into her past actions and a tendency to externalize blame, arguing that her rehabilitation is outweighed by lingering psychological deficits. He also acknowledged her age and the circumstances surrounding the original crimes — but still asserted that public safety must remain the priority.
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