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South African rapist loses bid to block Netflix film about his life

South African rapist loses bid to block Netflix film about his life

Summary

Convicted South African rapist Thabo Bester lost a court case to stop Netflix from releasing a documentary about his life. The show discusses his crimes, alleged prison escape, and the involvement of his partner, Nandipha Magudumana. A judge ruled the case is already public knowledge, so the documentary can proceed.

Key Facts

  • Thabo Bester is a convicted rapist from South Africa, known as the "Facebook rapist."
  • He used Facebook to lure his victims.
  • Bester was imprisoned for rape and murder, as well as for raping and robbing other women.
  • He lost a court attempt to block a Netflix documentary about his life.
  • Bester allegedly faked his death and escaped from prison in 2022.
  • The documentary, "Beauty and the Bester," includes his partner, Nandipha Magudumana, who allegedly helped him escape.
  • A judge decided that Bester's case is widely known by the public, so the documentary can be released.

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