5 Horror Contributors with Shocking Criminal Backgrounds

There are no perfect human beings walking this earth. We’re all bound to screw up at one point or another. Some fall harder, and some stumble, able to pick themselves up, dust off the gravel and continue moving forward in their careers. Interestingly enough, despite how heinous some of these acts were, everyone (sans one pretty face) on this list managed to turn their lives around and get back to doing what they do best: entertaining us fans.

Here’s a look at five high-profile talents who ran into trouble that could have very well sunk their ship for good!

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