Between the years of 1970-2005, Samuel Little murdered an estimate of 93 victims. This makes him one of the most prolific serial killers to exist. In 2012 he was arrested on a drug charge that would lead to one of the most shocking plot twists in United States criminal history.
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The fan-favorite and emotionally charged television show Gossip Girl captivated audiences worldwide, not least because of Chanel Maya Banks’s iconic portrayal of Vanessa Abrams. Known for her intense, unconventional performance, Banks brought to life Vanessa Abrams—a sullen, headstrong individual with a shaved head, hippie parents, and a penchant for
Charles Manson, Alfred Gaynor, and John Wayne Gacy are notorious figures, infamous not only for their heinous acts but also for the art that emerged from their dark legacies. In the 1970s, John Wayne Gacy was responsible for the brutal rapes, tortures, and murders of over 30 young men and
On March 6, 1981, Marianne Bachmeier pulled out a .22-caliber pistol in the courtroom and shot her daughter’s murderer in cold blood, 6 shots hit him and ended his life almost instantly. Bachmeier was sentenced to spend 6 years in prison, she was released in 3 years on probation. Considering
The new Netflix original series titled Monsters: the Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, has caused quite the controversy online. The series details the life of the Menendez brothers and the torment and sexual abuse they underwent from their father which led them to murder both their parents. On August 20th,
In 2018 there was a song released called “Murder on my Mind” by 23 year old, Jamell Maurice Demons, better known as YNW Melly who is an American Rapper. The song gained a lot of attention from several people due to the fact that the lyrics presented very detailed and
The fundamental essence of true crime is what sustains the attention and curiosity of millions of people. True crime stories have been explored for decades on end, and have captivated the attention of millions of people, where authors investigate and examine true crime stories, and attempt to illustrate such cases
Can artists be separated from their artwork if they are accused or convicted of a heinous crime? Does their criminality mean that we can no longer enjoy their work? Or can we separate the two and find a way to see the art as it is without the artist coming
Public rivalry: The ultimate art crime. Christopher Wallace and Tupac Shakur, popularly known as The Notorious B.I.G and Tupac respectively, changed the genre of hip-hop forever and for the best. Only born a year apart, both rappers made music that spoke on the struggles many African American faced in the
What is art? Although it doesn’t have a clear definition, art often serves the functions of aestheticism and entertainment. In this context, sport is an art form considering its unique craft, beautiful motions, and the fact that it hooks millions of people. The most popular and televised sport in the