John Hinckley Jr, 71, who previously attracted international attention with his attempt on the president, gave an interview to The Mark Joseph Show. In that interview, Hinckley confirmed that he had sent a message to Jodie Foster, expressing his wish for a good life. The message read: 'I wish Jodie Foster the best.'
Although J. Foster is known as a successful actress, Hinckley stressed in the interview that he does not follow her. He stated that he does not watch her films, but at the same time expressed the belief that she is doing quite well. He added that he hopes the actress has a good life, thereby closing a chapter related to the person who played a key role in his actions a decade ago.
According to John Hinckley Jr., J. Foster was the main reason he decided to attempt to kill the then president, Ronald Reagan. His obsession with the actress led to one of the most well-known attempts on the life of a US president, an event that marked the early 1980s.
The attempt took place on 30 March 1981 outside the Hilton Hotel. At that time, Ronald Reagan was leaving the hotel when he was fired upon. Six shots were fired in the attack, which shocked the public and permanently etched the incident into the history of US politics.
The incident remains remembered as one of the most dramatic attacks on a US president. Hinckley's motive, linked to J. Foster, is still studied as an example of extreme obsession leading to violent consequences. Today, decades later, Hinck once again draws attention to himself and his past through this interview.
