Prior to 2017, Louis C.K. was on top of the comedy world. His stand-up shows had sold out Madison Square Garden eight times and the TV series that he created and starred in, "Louie," was critically acclaimed and Emmy-nominated. C.K. was also responsible for creating several other hit series including "Horace and Pete," "Baskets," and "Better Things." But after five women accused him of sexual misconduct, public opinion swiftly changed against him.

Per The New York Times, the women in question each detailed disturbing allegations concerning C.K.'s alleged penchant for exposing himself to women and masturbating in front of them. Unproven rumors had swirled within the industry about his behavior toward women in the years prior. In a statement published by CNN, the comedian admitted that the women's stories were true. However, the statement did not include an actual apology.

When C.K. returned to the stage in 2018, he seemed to have a bit of a chip on his shoulder, deciding to aim his ire at *checks notes* survivors of a school shooting. "You're not interesting because you went to a high school where kids got shot," he quipped about the Parkland school shooting, per Slate. "... You pushed some fat kid in the way and now I've got to listen to you talking?" Later, during a performance at a San Jose comedy club, C.K. said (via Slate), "If you ever need people to forget that you jerked off, what you do is you make a joke about kids that got shot." 

If you or anyone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, help is available. Visit the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network website or contact RAINN's National Helpline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).

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