Netflix's 'Dirty Pop' Unveils Lou Pearlman's Fraudulent Empire Behind Iconic Boy Bands
The docuseries reveals the shocking financial crimes of the man who created 'NSYNC and Backstreet Boys.
- Lou Pearlman orchestrated one of the largest Ponzi schemes in history while managing top '90s boy bands.
- The series explores Pearlman's use of fraudulent investments to fund his music ventures and lavish lifestyle.
- Interviews with band members highlight their unwitting involvement in Pearlman's schemes.
- Pearlman was sentenced to 25 years in prison for his crimes and died in 2016 while incarcerated.
- Over $400 million from Pearlman's schemes remains unrecovered, impacting countless victims.