NXIVM, a personal development company founded by Keith Raniere, was exposed as a pyramid scheme and cult that forced its female recruits into sexual slavery, it was soon discovered that there were many prominent, highly influential members from the worlds of business, politics and Hollywood.
One of the most shocking and notable performers was former actress Allison Mack, who was a senior member within the organization and eventually pleaded guilty to racketeering charges.
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