Lyle Menendez, 57, was denied parole Friday by a California board, a day after his younger brother Erik was also rejected in his bid for release from the San Diego prison where the two have spent nearly 35 years.

On Thursday, parole commissioners told Erik Menendez that despite strong family support, his conduct in custody — including repeated cellphone violations — showed he remained unwilling to follow rules.

“Contrary to your supporters’ beliefs, you have not been a model prisoner,” commissioner Robert Barton said, describing his behavior as “selfish” and “disturbing.”

The panel ordered Erik to remain incarcerated for at least three more years. The decision left him visibly shaken, even as he listened intently to Barton, who added: “Two things can be true. They can love and forgive y

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