Deborah Jeane Palfrey
American madam involved in escorting
Born
Died
2008
18 years ago — 52 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Operating an escort service in Washington, D.C., managed a well-known brothel in the 1990s and early 2000s. Gained significant media attention during a 2007 scandal involving high-profile clients. Faced legal challenges that included charges of racketeering and conspiracy. Maintained a public persona through interviews and media appearances discussing the escort industry and its operations. Passed away in 2008.
Operated an escort service called 'The Pamela Martin Group'
Became involved in a high-profile scandal with government officials
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