Robert Blake – From Movie Star to Bankruptcy

Famous for his roles in the Baretta television series and the film In Cold Blood, Robert Blake was the ultimate Hollywood star at the peak of his career. The leading man won rave reviews from fans and critics alike for his performances, with one of the longest careers in the business, spanning five decades.

Nonetheless, Blake’s fortunes took a turn for the worst when he got allegedly accused of having something to do with his wife Bonnie Bakley’s demise. While he got acquitted, the performer still had to pay $30 million in reparations leading to him declaring bankruptcy. Blake currently stays away from the media, hoping to revive his career.