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Anthony Pellicano

Anthony Pellicano is a former private investigator who became infamous for engaging in illegal activities, including wiretapping and unauthorized surveillance, primarily for Hollywood clients. His actions involved unlawfully eavesdropping on private conversations, leading to allegations of a widespread conspiracy to intimidate and manipulate individuals. In 2008, Pellicano was convicted of multiple crimes, including wiretapping, racketeering, and conspiracy, and sentenced to prison. His case highlighted issues of privacy and ethics within the entertainment industry and remains a notable example of illegal investigative practices.