Charles Manson

Charles Manson was a notorious American cult leader and criminal mastermind, born on November 12, 1934, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He formed the Manson Family, a cult group responsible for the brutal murders of actress Sharon Tate and others in 1969. Manson's troubled childhood and criminal history contributed to his manipulative and violent behavior. He was convicted of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in 1971 and spent the rest of his life in prison until his death in 2017. Manson's legacy is one of fear and fascination, with many considering him a symbol of evil and the dark side of human nature.