Frank Lucas

Frank Lucas

criminal United States

Frank Lucas was a notorious American drug lord who rose to prominence in Harlem during the late 1960s and 1970s, known for his innovative methods of smuggling heroin into the United States. He was portrayed by Denzel Washington in the 2007 film 'American Gangster,' which chronicled his life and criminal empire. Lucas was infamous for his connections to various crime figures, including Melvin Combs, the father of Sean 'Diddy' Combs. After being convicted on federal drug charges and sentenced to 70 years in prison, Lucas cooperated with authorities and served only seven years before entering the Witness Protection Program. He later emerged to share his story, reflecting on his life of crime and its consequences.

Born on May 09, 1930 (95 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
104,220
Power
6,612$
Sentiment
4.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 4.00 0.03% +0% 331,002,651 104,220 $21,000,000 6,612$
Totals 1 331,002,651 104,220 $21,000,000 6,612$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Frank Lucas was a famous drug lord in Harlem and had a connection with Melvin Combs. 4

CNN: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ connection to a famous gangster is part of his family lore