Gary Glitter

Who is Gary Glitter?

Gary Glitter, born Paul Francis Gadd, is a former British rock musician who found success in the 1970s with hits such as "Rock and Roll" and "I Love You Love Me Love". However, Glitter’s reputation was tarnished in the late 1990s when he was convicted of possessing child pornography, resulting in a brief prison sentence. Then in 2015, he was found guilty of multiple charges of sexual offenses against minors and is currently serving a 16-year prison sentence in the UK.

The Legacy of Gary Glitter

Despite his brief success as a musician, Gary Glitter's legacy is undoubtedly linked to his crimes, and his music has been largely ignored by the mainstream in recent years. Additionally, his conviction has resulted in his name becoming synonymous with child abuse and his music being banned from being played on most radio stations and in public spaces. It serves as a cautionary tale that talent and success do not negate criminal behavior, and that justice will be served regardless of one’s status or fame.