Rich and Acquitted (2016)
Some defendants can afford the best defense attorneys in the country. Evidence is twisted to create gaps of doubt. And in the end the defendants are acquitted even when they may appear guilty. Each hour-long episode of the documentary series Rich and Acquitted tells the story of celebrities who use their money in order to escape tricky legal situations.
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He’s undeniably the biggest pop star in the world. Michael Jackson has lived his life in the spotlight and is no stranger to being judged in the court of public opinion. However, in 2005 he stands trial for what will ultimately cost him much of his financial empire and certainly his status as the King of Pop.
In August, 1993 22 year old Calvin Broadus Jr. – then known as Snoop Doggy Dog – was fast becoming one of the biggest names in the world of gangsta rap. But that year, he also faced murder charges in the killing of 20 year old Ethiopian Philip Woldermariam at a Los Angeles park.
At the turn of the century R&B dominated the music charts. And with mega success come cash, sex and of course, excess! It’s a great time to be a star and R Kelly is at the top of his game. However, not all is, as it seems.
Some defendants can afford the best defense attorneys in the country. Evidence is twisted to create gaps of doubt. And in the end the defendants are acquitted even when they may appear guilty. Each hour-long episode of the documentary series Rich and Acquitted tells the story of celebrities who use their money in order to escape tricky legal situations.
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