About the Book: The Friday Afternoon Club is a compelling and darkly humorous celebrity memoir-meets-family saga, chronicling the extraordinary life of Griffin Dunne, set against the backdrop of Hollywood, heartbreak, and healing. From being rescued from drowning by Sean Connery at age eight to attending legendary parties hosted by his aunt Joan Didion, Dunne’s life has been intertwined with cultural icons—from Janis Joplin to Carrie Fisher, his roommate during her rise as Princess Leia. But the book takes a poignant turn with the tragic murder of his sister Dominique Dunne, a rising star, whose death launched their father Dominick Dunne’scelebrated career in true crime writing. More than a name-dropping memoir, this is a raw and intimate exploration of grief, fame, family dysfunction, and resilience, told with sharp wit and emotional honesty. With unforgettable moments and a deeply human core, The Friday Afternoon Club is a captivating look at a family shaped by tragedy, talent, and the relentless glare of Hollywood.