United States: ‘Monsters’ Star Cooper Koch Shares Pre

Menendez Brothers: A Focus on Awareness

Cooper Koch is nominated for an Emmy for his portrayal of Lyle Menendez in “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.” On the red carpet at the awards show, he shared a poignant message from Lyle Menendez himself.

Cooper Koch says he received a message from Lyle Menendez ahead of the Emmys: “It’s not about the accolades. All that matters is the awareness.” — Variety (@Variety) pic.twitter.com/p8ttQUCqYH September 14, 2025

Koch explained to Variety that Lyle reached out to him before the Emmy Awards with a heartfelt message. He emphasized the importance of awareness over personal accolades, stating, “All that matters is the awareness.” This sentiment reflects the ongoing struggle for recognition and understanding surrounding the Menendez brothers’ story.

Recent Developments in the Menendez Case

Recently, the Menendez brothers were denied parole in a hearing that their lawyer, Mark Geragos, described as “rigged.” Geragos criticized the parole board for overlooking the positive contributions made by Erik and Lyle while focusing instead on minor infractions.

According to Geragos, the board disregarded the brothers’ good behavior and charitable acts, instead fixating on cell phone violations and other trivial matters. This decision was a significant setback for both Lyle and Erik, who may have another chance for parole in as soon as 18 months.

Emmy Nominations and Future Commitments

In addition to Koch’s nomination, “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” received another nomination for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series. If Koch wins the Emmy, he is expected to use his acceptance speech to highlight the experiences of Erik and Lyle, demonstrating his commitment to advocating for their story and raising awareness about their situation.

Source: tmz.com