2 arrested in murder of ‘SNL’ writer’s missing sister weeks after Joshua Tree search

LOS ANGELES (KESQ) – Two men, one of whom is believed to be the boyfriend of the sister of a former “Saturday Night Live” writer, were in custody today in connection with the killing of the 38-year-old woman.

Christina Downer, sister of Jimmy Fowlie, was reported missing Dec. 18, 2025, after her ex-husband requested a welfare check after not hearing from her for an extended period of time, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Police said Downer’s boyfriend, 41-year-old Delorean Bijon Brandon, claimed she had moved out of their home several months earlier, leaving behind all her belongings, including her vehicle and dog…

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