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Ah, celebrities. They're just like us. Except when we mess up, we don't end up with a mug shot that trends on Twitter. From red carpets to orange jumpsuits, these stars went from flashing lights to flashing police cameras. So, buckle up because we're diving into the most iconic, ridiculous, and downright legendary celebrity mug shots that prove fame can't buy you common sense. Number one, Bill Gates in 1977, Albuquerque, New Mexico, was arrested for driving without a license and running a stop sign. A year later, Gates moved his startup company, Microsoft, to Seattle, and he famously received three speeding tickets in his Porsche 911 driving to Washington State. The arrest apparently didn't hold Gates back. Forbes estimates he's worth $110 billion, making him the second wealthiest person in the world after Jeff Bezos. Number two, Frank Sinatra in 1938 was arrested in Hoboken, New Jersey for seducing a woman. He was released on $1,500 bail for his sex crimes, but was arrested one month later for the charge of adultery. After it was determined the woman in question was married. Number three, Jay-Z. In 1989, Shawn Corey Carter, also known as Jay-Z, was arrested in New York City for allegedly stabbing record producer Lance Univera at New York's KitKat Club. He was charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon and could have faced a 15-year prison sentence. Jay-Z later pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of misdemeanor assault and was sentenced to 3 years probation. Number four, Eminem marshal Bruce Mats III, aka Eminem, was arrested on June 4th, 2000, and charged with pistol whipping a man who was allegedly kissing his wife, Kim Mats, outside the Hard Rock Sports Bar in Warren, Michigan. Prosecutors dropped a charge of assault with a dangerous weapon as part of the plea deal where Eminem pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed weapon and was sentenced to 2 years probation. Number five, Nick Noly. Actor Nick Nol, 61, was arrested in Malibu in 2002 for DUI and a drug charge for being under the influence of the drug gamma hydroxybutyrate, commonly known as GHB. Nick Noli's infamous mugsh shot was one of the most viral mugsh shot online in history. Number six, Jeremy Meeks, also known as the hot felon and also a former Crips gang member and convicted felon who became famous due to his mugsh shot. After being arrested during a California gang sweep called Operation Ceasefire, Stockton police posted his arrest mugsh shot on their Facebook page. His hot felon mugsh shot went viral, racking up 96,000 plus likes. While serving his prison sentence for firearm and grand theft charges, Meeks was recruited for a modeling contract and is now a fashion model with 1.6 millime plus Instagram followers. Number seven, David Bowie, English rock star. David Bowie, born David Robert Jones, took a stylish mug shot for a marijuana possession arrest in Rochester, New York in May 1976 after a performance at the Community War Memorial. Both Bowie and Iggy Pop were arrested when police found 6 ounces of marijuana in their hotel rooms. Iggy Pop and David Bowie spent one night in jail and were then released on bail. Drug charges were dismissed when a grand jury declined to indict them. Number eight, Keanu Reeves. Movie star actor Keanu Reeves was arrested for driving under the influence and reckless driving in Los Angeles, California in May 93. Reeves allegedly admitted to DUI but was not charged. Number nine, James Brown. James Brown, the iconic godfather of soul, 70, was no stranger to run-ins with the law. Brown was busted here in January 2004 in Aken County, South Carolina, and charged with domestic violence against his 33-year-old wife, Tommy Ray Brown. Brown was reportedly arrested multiple times over the years for domestic violence incidents with multiple wives. Brown pleaded no contest and paid a fine of just over 1,000. Number 10, Robert Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr. was arrested on a bench warrant in 999 in California. Issued for missing required drug tests while on probation for 96 drug charges of possession of heroin, cocaine, and A357 Magnum handgun. Downey was arrested many times before finally conquering his struggles with drugs. In November 2000, he was arrested at the MV Griffith Resort in Palm Springs for drug possession and again in April 2001 in Culver City for controlled substance usage. Can you imagine the bonds and times we would receive? Or how about going to jail for cheating on your spouse? H, that may not sound too bad, but hey folks, come back tomorrow to see who comes up next in line. You'll never believe it. Oh, and please don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. Thanks for watching.
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