MLK is the face of the civil rights movement. However, historical accounts often simplify things, as a lot more is under cover.
Gandhi is often cited as the spearhead of peaceful resistance. However, he preached celibacy for newlyweds while engaged in carnal behavior himself.
Imagine that the only inventor you can recall from your school years was actually a weird guy. Many believe he bullied Nikola Tesla, his student.
Forgive me for ruining your childhood. While Dahl wrote some of the best children’s books of all time, let’s not forget that he was anti-Semitic.
heodore Geisel, known as Dr. Seuss, is yet another beloved children’s author. However, while many thought of his politics as liberal, he was pretty discriminatory toward the Japanese.
The Beatles member was abusive and unfaithful. Not only did he cheat on his first wife, Cynthia Powell, but he also had a history of hitting people, including his son and many women.
As a German sympathizer, Coco Chanel did horrendous things for profit. She even used her lovers to ensure that her fashion house would thrive, even during the war.
This beloved singer preyed on underage people. He had a history of treating women horribly and being unfaithful.