Kelsey Grammer discusses sister's murder in memoir

Kelsey Grammer, the acclaimed actor known for 'Cheers' and 'Frasier,' has released a memoir titled 'Karen: A Brother Remembers,' detailing the traumatic 1975 murder of his 18-year-old sister, Karen Grammer. Karen was kidnapped, raped, and murdered by Freddie Glenn and accomplices during a failed robbery, a crime that left a profound impact on Grammer's life and mental health. The memoir reveals Grammer’s experiences with grief, guilt, and the difficult journey toward healing, including the harrowing details of Karen's final moments, which he learned only decades later. Grammer has actively opposed Glenn’s parole, viewing his memoir partly as a means to keep her killer behind bars. The tragedy compounded other family losses Grammer suffered and led to years of personal struggle, including substance abuse. Ultimately, Grammer describes the book as not only an act of remembrance but a step toward personal healing and justice for his sister.