20 Hollywood controversies that shocked the fans

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7) Roman Polanski’s Arrest (1977)

Roman Polanski (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)
Roman Polanski (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)

Roman Polanski was arrested in 1977 for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl. He admitted to unlawful sexual intercourse but fled to France before his sentencing. Over time, more women accused him of similar crimes, keeping his case in the spotlight. Polanski has avoided extradition by staying in countries that do not have extradition agreements with the United States. His career continued overseas, dividing public opinion. Some argue his work as a filmmaker should be appreciated separately, while others see him as a fugitive who has evaded justice.

Edited by Zainab Shaikh
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