The Manson "Family" killers were following orders from their cult leader, Charles Manson. [citation needed], In 1971, Arlene Barker ceased to file reports with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on the family's mining activity. The home recently made headlines when it was sold to Zak Bagans, the star of a Travel Channel series called Ghost Adventures. Debra Tate Disgraces the Words Victims' Advocate, Manson Blog Reveals True Identity and Fate of Ruby Pearl. Frykowski and Folger managed to free themselves and flee the house, but both were chased down and killed by Krenwinkel and Watson. (click for details). Another documentary, titled Manson, was released in 1973. Manson, who at the time was an aspiring musician had a personal point of contention with Melcher due to the fact that he refused to sign a recording contract with Manson. // -->, ,