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Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano was convicted Thursday on federal racketeering and other charges for digging up dirt for his well-heeled clients to use in lawsuits, divorces and contract disputes against the rich and famous. Pellicano was convicted of all but one of the 77 counts against him. A number of dramas played out during the nine-week trial and cast a spotlight on the seamy side of Hollywood, detailing death threats, offers of murder and extramarital affairs.

Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano was convicted Thursday on federal racketeering and other charges for digging up dirt for his well-heeled clients to use in lawsuits, divorces and contract disputes against the rich and famous. Pellicano was convicted of all but one of the 77 counts against him. A number of dramas played out during the nine-week trial and cast a spotlight on the seamy side of Hollywood, detailing death threats, offers of murder and extramarital affairs.