The Gates Of Cimino
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The Gates Of Cimino
Ep. 105 Silenced Star: The Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle Scandal
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In the roaring twenties, Hollywoodās brightest star was suddenly cast into its darkest shadow. Roscoe āFattyā Arbuckle, once beloved for his slapstick genius, became the center of a scandal that shook the film industry to its core. Accusations, sensational headlines, and a trial by public opinion silenced a career that had helped define early cinema. In this episode, we unravel the tragedy of Arbuckleās fall, the media frenzy that consumed him, and the lasting impact on Hollywoodās culture of fame and scandal. šļø
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