In this episode of Fabulous Destinies, we will delve into the story of a dancer who evolved into a true political icon in the United States. The color of his skin drew the ire of the crowd for a significant part of his career, yet he never ceased to fight for the rights of black individuals. Eventually, he revolutionized the world of classical ballet. His name: Arthur Mitchell. From the streets of Harlem to the White House, explore his incredible journey.

The first black man to become a ballet star

December 1, 1957. New Yorkers hustle through the icy streets of Manhattan. A crowd gathers around a renowned cultural center. Inside, champagne glasses sparkle beneath the grand chandeliers of the entrance hall. However, this luxury struggles to conceal the harsh political reality of the United States. Since the end of slavery, a cruel divide separates the nation between whites and blacks. Tonight, two brilliant artists have joined forces to create a ballet with a scent of revolution: George Balanchine, choreographer, and Igor Stravinsky, composer. Backstage, Balanchine places his hand on the shoulder of his star dancer. Despite the pressure, the young artist remains at ease. He smiles at Balanchine and nods. Slowly, the audience fills the hall, and the curtain rises...

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Lucie Kervern

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies In this episode, we'll be talking about an iconic figure in the world of wrestling. An extraordinary personality, legend has it that he is the inspiration behind the character Shrek. His nickname: French Angel. His name: Maurice Tillet. From his childhood to his impact on the wrestling universe, discover his fabulous destiny.

The man who inspired the Shrek character

Despite seemingly having everything to succeed, at the age of 17, Maurice's life takes a dramatic turn. His body gradually becomes deformed—his hands elongate, his feet reach an abnormal size, and his head swells worryingly. Maurice is afflicted with acromegaly, a condition leading to the excessive growth of bone tissue. Due to his appearance, people mock him. He makes a wish: that no one should endure his ordeal and that those who mock differences should be punished.

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Clémence Setti.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. Today, we will share with you the extraordinary story of an unconventional librarian. This African-American woman risked her life in the name of art and freedom. Her name: Belle Greene. From her childhood to her rise to prominence, discover her fabulous destiny.

The librarian who risked her life for art and freedom

In the early 1900s, as the sun sets over a small house in the United States, a figure emerges in the doorway. It's a young woman, in the prime of her life, her gaze torn between uncertainty and determination. Her eyes are gripped by melancholy as she looks at her mother and sisters. The time has come to leave the family home, to turn her back on her past. The young woman hugs her loved ones, seeking to carry their caresses and laughter in her wounded heart. But destiny calls her elsewhere.

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Clémence Setti.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. In this episode, we will delve into the legend of a sports icon, a true basketball legend who stands among the most popular and beloved players of our time, Michael Jordan. From his childhood to international fame, join us as we explore his fabulous destiny.

The Basketball Legend

Michael Jordan is relentless, willing to do whatever it takes to become the best. He spends long hours honing his skills and perfecting his game. Thanks to his determination and physical transformation, his coach begins to take notice. Jordan racks up individual achievements and leads his team to victory on multiple occasions. He astounds everyone with his exceptional athletic abilities and spectacular dunks, making him the darling of major American universities. From this point onward, Jordan's story is still unfolding, with much left to be written.

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Clémence Setti.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. Today, we will delve into the life of a man both revered and controversial. A self-proclaimed Messiah, leader of a global religious movement, and founder of a vast economic empire, he extended his influence to every corner of the globe. His name: Sun Myung Moon, also known as Reverend Moon. From his Christ-like revelation to his role in international politics, discover the peculiar trajectory of his life.

The Unification Church

Sun Myung Moon dedicates himself to writing a 700-page text outlining the principles of his religious doctrine. In 1954, he officially establishes the "Holy Spirit Association for the Unification of World Christianity," simplified as the Unification Church. His first church is nothing more than a small hut made of mud and cardboard. However, the new creed quickly spreads like wildfire throughout Korea...

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Clémence Setti.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. In this episode, you will discover one of the strangest true crime stories in the history of Los Angeles. It kept the police on high alert for nearly three weeks and went viral on the internet. Its name: the mysterious disappearance of Elisa Lam. Between relentless investigation and terrifying discoveries, lets explore her terrible fate.

A Brief Stay

Elisa Lam arrives at the Cecil Hotel on January 28, 2013. She knows nothing about the city and, of course, nothing about Skid Row. It is a poor and dangerous neighborhood in which she has planned to stay for four days. Despite the luxurious appearance of the hotel lobby, the rooms are quite dirty and poorly maintained. She stays in room 506 and shares toilets and showers with other residents on the floor. But she adapts. After all, she's not there to sleep all day! Everything seems fine. At least, that's what she tells her parents when she calls them every day...

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Elie Olivennes.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. In this episode, we'll delve into one of the wildest film shoots in history. This movie is notorious for being one of the most perilous ever made. While no animals were harmed during filming, the same cannot be said for the film crew. Its name: Roar. From the film's conception to its release, discover its uproarious destiny.

ROAR: the most dangerous film shoot in history

Tippi and Noel were not ones to settle for the mundane; they aimed for the extraordinary. Following their journey in Africa, they decided to raise lions in their Los Angeles home. Picture this: predators born to reign in a villa in the City of Angels. Their objective? To create a film exposing the captivity of wild beasts. The story is simple: A woman, accompanied by her two children, decides to visit her former husband. He lives in Africa and raises felines within a reserve. However, upon their arrival, things don't unfold as expected...

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Clémence Setti.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. Today’s story is about a wealthy businessman behind a horrific sex trade. Close to numerous American and international heads of state and celebrities, he was accused of supplying under-age girls all over the globe. His name: Jeffrey Epstein. From his meteoric rise to his mysterious death, discover his despicable destiny.

Jeffrey Epstein, the financial tycoon behind a horrific sex trade 

Jeffrey Epstein was born in Brooklyn in 1953 into a middle-class family. After a few years at New York University, he specialized in physics and mathematics. At the age of 20, he became a teacher, but the profession didn't appeal to him. He thought the career prospects were limited, the hours restrictive, and above all...that the salary was ridiculous. Instead, Jeffrey dreams of luxury and opulence. He wants to be rich and fast! In 1982, Jeffrey Epstein founded his own company and was entrusted with the financial management of over a billion dollars in assets. In just a few short years, he made a considerable fortune. From this point on, he became the symbol of success, of the American dream, the financial genius with the endearing personality and good looks. But behind this mask, he hides a terrible secret that will lead to his downfall...

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Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of a French script written by Elie Olivennes.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. Today, we're going to tell you about one of the most terrifying movies in history. Many viewers have had nightmares because of it. But what they don't know is that horror sometimes goes beyond the scope of the camera. And a legend has emerged around the film. Its name: the curse of The Exorcist's production. Between injuries, deaths, questionable directorial methods, and strange phenomena, discover its chilling fate.

The Cursed Filming

Upon its release, the film The Exorcist achieved resounding success. Even today, it's the third most profitable horror film in history. Some critics lament an excessive use of special effects and profanity. But most grant it the status of a cinema classic. It's a reference that everyone knows, even if many have never dared to watch it... However, what the general public is unaware of is that the filming took place under circumstances that were perhaps as horrifying as the film itself...

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Elie Olivennes.

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Welcome to Fabulous Destinies. In this episode, we will delve into a dark tale, that of a young Austrian girl who disappeared for many years. This case made headlines and even served as inspiration for Lenny Abrahamson's 2015 film "Room." Her name: The Natascha Kampusch Case. From the young girl's abduction to its lasting impact on her life, you'll discover her harrowing journey.

In Vienna, on March 2, 1998, a 10-year-old girl stands in front of her house's door. Today is a big day for her, as for the first time in her life, her parents allow her to go to school on her own. She makes her way through the apartment buildings, continuing toward her school, passing through a residential neighborhood. Her attention is drawn to a white delivery van, which stands out in this landscape. A man stands near the vehicle, lost in thought. An inner voice whispers for her to move away, change the sidewalk, flee. But it's already too late...

Production : Bababam

Voice : Fabrice Muracciole

Translation of the French script of Clémence Setti.

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