Molly Ringwald has a long-standing connection to Truman Capote: When she was about 3 years old, she appeared onstage in “The Grass Harp.” Her character was referred to as Fig Newton ...

The final twist came 32 years after his death when a longtime confidant, Joanne Carson (played in the drama by Molly Ringwald), decided to auction off the writer's remains to the highest bidder.

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In honor of 'Feud: Capote vs. the Swans,' ET looks back at Joanne Carson's eulogy at Truman's funeral on Aug. 28, 1984. Watch the downfall of Truman Capote on FX's latest installation of Ryan ...