7 Shocking Celebrity Criminals

By Michael Avery in Entertainment On 6th July 2016
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#1

Jay-Z: Arrested for the murder of Lance Rivera, a record executive. Allegedly in a NYC night club Jay-Z stabbed Rivera in the stomach, causing his death. Jay-Z posted $50,000 bail and was eventually sentenced to 3 years probation.

#2

Tim Allen: Known as the lovable host of "Tool Time", Allen avoided significant jail time after being caught with 650 grams of cocaine AT AN AIRPORT. Apparently he wasn't the sharpest tool in the shed (pun intended). After taking a plea Allen served 2 years in jail for charges that could amount to as high as 40 years.

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#3

Robert Downey , Jr.: Struggling from drug problems Downey Jr. was arrested multiple times on drug charges from 1996-2001. Apparently he kicked the habit as the result of eating a burger he describes as "disgusting". After ordering a burger and large soda, and eating the whole thing, Downey Jr. decided to change his lifestyle and eliminate unhealthy habits (including drug abuse).

#4

Mark Wahlberg: The artist formerly known as Marky Mark has lived up to the bad boy reputation of the 90's rapper despite the clean cut appearance he currently rocks. Wahlberg has been arrested 20 times on charges from cocaine to attempted murder.

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#5

Will Smith: At 20 years old Will Smith was busy being the Fresh Prince spending most his days chillin' out, maxin', relaxin', and shootin some bball outside da school. But in 1989 things got out of control for the Prince when he was arrested for aggravated assault. Smith got in an altercation with another man, the conflict resulted in permanent damage to the victim's eye. Smith spent all of one day in jail.

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#6

Justin Bieber: Once known as the cute singing youtube kid, Bieber has committed a laundry list of offenses lately. Much like the tiny guy with a huge truck it appears that Bieber is trying to make up for something he lacks with his actions. His charges include resisting arrest, driving under the influence, and driving without a valid license.

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#7

Bill Gates: By 1975 Gates had already made millions, which in his opinion entitled him to not abide by any laws of the road. His lone arrest came from excessive speeding without a license. He has been sited several times for reckless driving related to excessive speeding.