Origins & Early Life

Andrew Phillip Cunanan (August 31, 1969 – July 23, 1997) was an American serial killer who murdered five people over three months from April 27 to July 15, 1997. His victims include Italian fashion designer Gianni Versace and Chicago real estate developer Lee Miglin, as well as his former boyfriend David Madson and friend Jeffrey Trail. Cunanan killed himself on July 23, 1997, eight days after murdering Versace. Cunanan's status as a serial killer versus a spree killer has been disputed, as multiple sources, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, list him as a serial killer.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

The youngest of four children, Andrew Cunanan was born August 31, 1969, in National City, California, to Modesto "Pete" Dungao Cunanan and Mary Anne Schillaci. Modesto was serving in the United States Navy in the Vietnam War at the time of his son's birth. After leaving the navy, where he had served as a chief petty officer, Modesto worked as a stockbroker. In his youth, Cunanan lived with his family in National City and attended Bonita Vista Middle School. In 1981, his father enrolled him in The Bishop's School, an independent day school located in the affluent La Jolla neighborhood...

Enduring Legacy & Impact

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