Kelsey Grammer's sister, Karen Grammer, was tragically murdered in 1975 when she was 18 years old. She was abducted outside a restaurant in Colorado Springs by Freddie Glenn, a serial killer, and his accomplices. They had intended to rob the restaurant but feared Karen could identify them, so they kidnapped her. Karen was brutally raped and stabbed 42 times before dying. Kelsey Grammer, who was 20 at the time, identified her body a week later
. Freddie Glenn was convicted in 1976 for Karen's murder and other killings. Although he became eligible for parole after 30 years, Kelsey Grammer has actively opposed parole attempts to seek justice for his sister and the other victims
. Karen's murder had a profound and lasting impact on Kelsey Grammer's life, contributing to years of grief and personal struggles, including battles with addiction. He has recently opened up about this tragedy in his memoir, Karen: A Brother Remembers , released in May 2025, where he reflects on the deep sorrow, forgiveness, and healing process following her death
. In summary, Karen Grammer was a victim of a brutal murder by a serial killer in 1975, and her death has deeply affected Kelsey Grammer's life and work ever since.
