Episode
20/20: The Hitman From Pop to Prison
Overview
The life of disgraced mogul Lou Pearlman, including his role in one of the biggest Ponzi scheme in history, his blimp business, how he got involved in the boy band scene and how he led authorities on an international manhunt, which ended with his final destination to prison.
Details
- Series
- 20/20
- Season
- Season 43
- Episode
- Episode 11
- Air date
- 2019-12-13
Episode context
The Hitman From Pop to Prison is Episode 11 in Season 43 of 20/20. It aired on 2019-12-13.
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