Tex Watson Tex Watson Charles Denton Watson Jr. (born December 2, 1945), better known as Tex Watson, is an American murderer who was a central member of the "Manson family" led by Charles Manson. On August 9, 1969, Watson and other Manson followers murdered pregnant actress Sharon Tate and four other people at 10050 Cielo Drive in Benedict Canyon, Los Angeles. The next night, Watson traveled to Los Feliz, Los Angeles, and participated in the murders of Leno and Rosemary LaBianca, as part of Manson's "Helter Skelter" vision. Watson was found guilty of murder and imprisoned in 1971. Watson was born in
Charles Manson discography since being in prison. Another former Manson family member, Steve "Clem" Grogan, was actively involved in music. An unofficial CD of a prison concert from the 1970s is available in collectors' circles and since being parolled several years ago, "Clem" has been a member of several local bands in California. An additional, limited edition two-CD set, entitled "The Wit and Wisdom of Charles Manson", has been sold on some sites. The release contains spoken word, interviews and unreleased music, only available on CD-R with a cover and artwork. Charles Manson discography Several recordings by Charles Manson and members of his