Before all you Justin Bieber fans go nuts, I want to begin by saying he did not steal. Quite the contrary, he was the victim. He sure seems like a nice kid. So why would someone steal from him? Of course, the answer is obvious – they want a piece of his celebrity. The incident happened in Tac... [More]

If you need money, get a job. That certainly is the case for one star from the show Real Housewives of New Jersey. If you are a regular reader of my blog, and I am sure you are, you know how I feel about reality television. I certainly believe they have a negative impact on society as whole. Kids, ... [More]

It seemed like Lindsay Lohan has been on the path to a healthy successful life. Which makes it all the more surprising that she again finds herself in the middle of controversy. Even if she got off the hook, she still has placed herself in a bad situation. I am sure you heard about her being accuse... [More]

Celebrities have long been role models of poor behavior. From infidelity, to alcohol and drugs to shoplifting, our most popular celebrities have a penchant for bad behavior. Here are some of the “celebrities” that have gotten into trouble for stealing. Kat Edorsson – Certainly no... [More]

Why would any celebrity knowingly publish information that may damage their reputation? The only possible explanation can be self-promotion. In a day-and-age where the likes of Justin Bieber and Snooki Polizzi make their fortunes through self-promotion, it is no wonder that a third-rate celebrity li... [More]

If you get busted for a theft-related experience it is a strong indicator that you may have a problem. If you get caught twice, it is a definite sign there are behavior issues regarding shoplifting. Under this scenario, Peaches Geldof is in need of a shoplifting class. How a beauty like Peaches Hon... [More]

Everyone in this land has an opinion about something. Rex Reed is known for having an expert opinion when it comes to film. He also happens to be a music aficionado. His biggest problem is that he prefers to get his music without paying for it. The well-known pundit and columnist for the New York O... [More]

I can only imagine how intense the pressure must be for a professional athlete. I can honestly say that as a kid growing up, I had hoped to feel the pressure of being a pro athlete. Drugs, alcohol and shoplifting certainly derailed my path to the big leagues! They almost did the same to a 13-year-o... [More]

As a counselor for both in-class and online stop shoplifting classes I often discuss theft in popular culture. More often than not, celebrities who have been arrested for attempting to take a five-finger discount becomes a topic of conversation. When you think of Britney Spears, what comes to mind?... [More]

There is no doubt that celebrities should not be role models. There also is no doubt that they are role models whether we like it or not! From battling drug and alcohol addiction to theft, celebrities are continuously setting a bad example. If you are old enough you might know Farah Fawcett. There ... [More]