John Wayne Gacy

John Wayne Gacy

criminal United States

John Wayne Gacy was an American serial killer and sex offender who preyed on young men and boys in the Chicago area during the 1970s. Known as the 'Killer Clown' due to his work as a party entertainer, Gacy was convicted of murdering 33 young men, many of whom he lured to his home under the guise of offering them work. His heinous crimes were uncovered in 1978, leading to a trial that captured national attention and ultimately resulted in his execution in 1994.

Born on Mar 17, 1942 (83 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
150,661
Power
9,558$
Sentiment
1.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 1.00 0.05% +0% 331,002,651 150,661 $21,000,000 9,558$
Totals 1 331,002,651 150,661 $21,000,000 9,558$
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United States United States: John Wayne Gacy was a convicted serial killer who murdered 33 young men and boys in the Chicago area during the 1970s. 1

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