Behind scandal, courtroom drama, and a high-stakes fall from grace, Alex Murdaugh now lives a life few ever imagined. Sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of murdering his wife and son in 2023, he also faces federal counts tied to financial crimes. With the Hulu series Murdaugh: Death in the Family bringing renewed attention to his story, many are asking: where is he now—and what does his life look like behind bars?

Learn more about him, where he is today, and additional details below.

Who Is Alex Murdaugh?

Murdaugh was once a central figure in South Carolina’s legal elite. Born into a powerful dynasty that held sway over the 14th Circuit for generations, he later ran his own law firm and was deeply intertwined with local politics and influence.

But Alex’s life took a

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