Scandal Made Me Famous

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  • 2016
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.4  (69)

Scandal Made Me Famous is a docudrama television series from REELZ that premiered in 2016. The show recounts the real-life scandals of the famous and infamous personalities of popular culture, including actresses, politicians, musicians, athletes, and socialites, who became household names for their notorious acts and wrongdoing.

The series features dramatic recreations of the scandals, archival footage, interviews with experts, journalists, and key players, as well as commentary from true-crime reporters, writers, and editors who covered the stories at the time.

The show is hosted by Steve Helling, a veteran celebrity journalist and crime writer, who acts as a narrator and provides background information and context on the scandal at hand. Brad Osborne and Gurie Sheffield serve as producers of the show.

Each episode of Scandal Made Me Famous focuses on a different scandal and its fallout, from the details of the crime to the impact on the celebrity's career and reputation. Some of the most notorious scandals that have been covered in the show include the following:

The JonBenét Ramsey Murder: The story of the six-year-old beauty queen from Boulder, Colorado, who was found dead in her family's home in 1996, and the subsequent media frenzy and investigations that ensued.

The O.J. Simpson Trial: The infamous trial of the former football star and actor who was accused of murdering his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman in 1994, and the racial tensions and high-profile drama that surrounded the case.

The Monica Lewinsky Scandal: The political sex scandal involving President Bill Clinton and his intern Monica Lewinsky in 1998, which led to Clinton's impeachment and the public scrutiny of Lewinsky's personal life.

The Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan Attack: The rivalry between figure skaters Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan in 1994, and the shocking attack on Kerrigan that was orchestrated by Harding's ex-husband and bodyguard.

The Robert Blake Murder Trial: The trial of the actor Robert Blake, who was accused of murdering his wife Bonny Lee Bakley in 2001, and the bizarre circumstances and conspiracy theories that surrounded the case.

The Michael Jackson Trial: The trial of the pop star Michael Jackson, who was accused of molesting a young boy at his Neverland Ranch in 2003, and the media circus and controversy that followed.

The Martha Stewart Insider Trading Scandal: The downfall and imprisonment of the domestic diva Martha Stewart, who was convicted of insider trading in 2004, and the impact on her business and brand.

Overall, Scandal Made Me Famous is a captivating and informative series that delves into the darker side of celebrity culture and explores the complex and often troubling lives of the rich and famous. Whether you are interested in true crime, pop culture, or the intersection of the two, this show is sure to entertain and enlighten.

Scandal Made Me Famous is a series that ran for 2 seasons (14 episodes) between November 19, 2016 and on REELZ

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Seasons
Diaper Astronaut
10. Diaper Astronaut
August 11, 2018
The case of astronaut Lisa Nowak, who allegedly planned to kidnap her long-time lover's new girlfriend.
Affluenza Teen
9. Affluenza Teen
August 4, 2018
The case of Ethan Couch, who kilked four people while driving under the influence. His "affluenza" defense resulted in public outrage and scorn.
Patty Hearst
8. Patty Hearst
July 28, 2018
The story of Patty Hearst, who was kidnapped and brainwashed by the Symbionese Liberation Army, a domestic terrorist group, in 1974.
Kim Kardashian
7. Kim Kardashian
July 21, 2018
The story of social media queen Kim Kardashian, who has built a multi-million-dollar empire around nothing but her assets and good looks.
Mary Kay Letourneau
6. Mary Kay Letourneau
August 19, 2017
Mary Kay Letourneau is the vilified former teacher that began a sexual relationship with one of her 12-year-old students in the late 1990's; after spending time in prison, they eventually married and have been raising their six children together.
Tiger Woods & Rachel Uchitel
5. Tiger Woods & Rachel Uchitel
August 12, 2017
Rachel Uchitel is widely known for her involvement in the Tiger Woods cheating scandal; shocking messages with the acclaimed golfer led her to become the face of Woods' career and marriage collapsing before the entire world.
Jessica Hahn
4. Jessica Hahn
August 5, 2017
Jessica Hahn's public rape allegation against televangelist con-man Jim Bakker propelled this 21-year-old church secretary into the spotlight as a well-known model and actress.
Monica Lewinsky
3. Monica Lewinsky
July 29, 2017
In 1998, President Bill Clinton denied having sexual relations with 22-year-old Monica Lewinsky, but after the affair was made public, Clinton admitted to his wrongdoing and was eventually impeached for his improper physical relationship with her.
Anna Nicole Smith
2. Anna Nicole Smith
April 29, 2017
Anna Nicole Smith is profiled.
Amanda Knox
1. Amanda Knox
April 22, 2017
Amanda Knox is profiled.
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Scandal Made Me Famous is available for streaming on the REELZ website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Scandal Made Me Famous on demand at Amazon, Tubi TV and Plex.
  • Premiere Date
    November 19, 2016
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (69)
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