The end of episode three of ‘Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty’ has left fans with a horrifying aftertaste at the mysterious death of Victor Weiss. Why was Jerry Tarkanian’s friend Victor Weiss killed? Learn more below.
‘Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty’ is a hit TV series that documents the rise of the Los Angeles Lakers. The 1980s Lakers were one of the sports’ most revered and dominant American basketball teams to have ever stepped foot on the court.
However, the recent episode has also touched on the real-life event of the murder of Victor Weiss, which some suspect to have connections with the Los Angelos Lakers.
Who Is Victor Weiss? Jerry Tarkanian Friend Got Killed By Mafia Mob
Victor Weiss was a sports promoter, agent, and businessman. He was also the friend of Jerry Tarkanian, a basketball coach at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
On June 14, 1979, Victor was in a meeting with Jack Kent Cooke and Jerry Buss, and the three were discussing a deal that would bring University of Nevada, Las Vegas, basketball coach Jerry Tarkanian to Los Angeles to lead the Lakers.
The meeting went relatively well, and Victor left the meeting room at a Beverly Hills hotel. However, Victor didn’t return home that night.
His wife Rose was worried, and she soon filed a missing case. After three days of Victor missing, his body got found on June 17, 1979. He was stuffed inside his car’s trunk, and his hands were tied, with two bullet holes in his skull.
The murder was an organized hit, and it has been a mystery to this day. Some people have speculated that Victor’s murder was to hinder Jerry from moving to Los Angelos Lakers.
However, according to TheCinemaholic, Victor’s life was tumultuous underneath the guise.
TheCinemaholic has revealed that Victo had some shady dealings, and he was laundering money to pay his $60 thousand gambling debt.
While the reason for his murder is unknown, it all started with a simple meeting at Beverly Hills for Jerry Tarkanian’s transfer.
Victor Weiss Wife And Family Details
Victor Weiss was married to his wife, Rose Weiss.
There has been no information if the two had any children together. The murder happened roughly 40 years ago, and it is unknown if Rose is currently alive or not.
Victor doesn’t seem to have any direct descendants, but he may as well have relatives living currently.
Jerry also passed away in 2015, and not many people know Victor personally.
Victor Weiss Discussion On Social Media And Instagram Pictures
The murder of Victor Weiss was a 40-year-old cold case, but the recent TV series has reignited fans’ curiosity.
The matter surrounding Victor’s death was very mysterious, and fans have pitched in their own idea about the murder.
Fans have flocked to social media like Twitter and Instagram.