ABC 20/20 “Sex, Knives and Videotape” April 11 2025 Recap & Preview

ABC’s “20/20” will air an all-new two-hour special on Friday, April 11, 2025, from 9:01-11:00 p.m. EDT on ABC, with streaming available the next day on Hulu. This gripping episode delves into the Monica Sementilli murder trial, which has captivated Hollywood and shocked the public.

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The case revolves around Monica Sementilli, who was accused of orchestrating the brutal murder of her husband, renowned celebrity hairstylist Fabio “Big Daddy” Sementilli. Fabio’s death, which took place on the family’s pool deck with multiple stab wounds to his neck and back, left the community and the haircare industry reeling. Initially thought to be the result of a burglary gone wrong, police soon turned their focus to Monica after DNA evidence linked her to the crime.

The “20/20” special provides exclusive access to key figures in the case, including Fabio’s sister Mirella, his son Luigi, and his close friends, who share emotional insights. Interviews with Monica’s close friend Elyse Bleuel and Robert Villa, the Los Angeles County deputy district attorney, offer further perspective on the trial.

With dramatic courtroom moments and revealing testimony, this special gives viewers an inside look at the high-profile trial that has left many questioning whether Monica orchestrated her husband’s murder or was the victim of a miscarriage of justice. Tune in for a detailed recounting of the trial’s final moments and the shocking verdict that followed.