What are some famous scandals from the silent film era?
During the silent film era, a fair share of scandals shook Hollywood. One of the most notorious was the murder of director William Desmond Taylor, a mystery that remains unsolved to this day. Then, there was the tragic case of Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, a comedian accused of causing actress Virginia Rappe's death; his career never recovered, despite being acquitted. Also, silent film star Olive Thomas's death from poison was a shocker, with rumors swirling about her husband Jack Pickford's possible involvement. These are just a few examples of the scandals that rocked the early days of Hollywood.
