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Gary Glitter

Gary Glitter, born Paul Francis Gadd on May 8, 1944, in Banbury, Oxfordshire, England, is a former glam rock artist who achieved popularity during the 1970s. Glitter became known for his flamboyant stage presence and glittery suits, a signature part of the glam rock movement. His music was characterized by driving, anthemic rhythms, most notably present in his hit "Rock and Roll Part II," which became a staple in sports arenas and has had a lasting cultural impact. Other notable releases such as "Touch Me" and "Remember Me This Way" solidified his position within the music industry, and his energetic live performances captured the imagination of fans worldwide.

However, Gary Glitter's legacy is severely marred by his criminal convictions for sexual offenses. In 1999, he was convicted of possessing child pornography in the UK, and subsequent legal troubles, including convictions for child sexual abuse, plagued him in the 2000s in Vietnam. The controversy surrounding his crimes and convictions overshadowed his musical career, leading to his ostracization from the music industry and the public at large. While his early work influenced the glam rock and pop styles that followed, the disrepute from his criminal acts resulted in a fractured legacy with his music often shunned by broadcasters and the general public.

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