Ep 4. John Gotti
- April 17, 2018
John Gotti, also known as "The Teflon Don," was the leader of the Gambino crime family and one of the most notorious gangsters in American history. In episode 4 of Gangsters: America's Most Evil season 5, viewers are taken through Gotti's rise to power and his reign as head of one of the country's most powerful criminal organizations.
The episode begins by introducing the young Gotti, who grew up in poverty in the Bronx. He quickly gravitated towards the world of organized crime, and by his early 20s he was already involved in a number of illegal activities. Gotti's rise through the ranks of the Gambino family was swift, and he quickly gained a reputation as a ruthless enforcer who would stop at nothing to get what he wanted.
As viewers learn more about Gotti's criminal career, they are also introduced to some of his closest associates, including Sammy "The Bull" Gravano and Angelo Ruggiero. Together, these men were responsible for some of the most brutal and high-profile crimes of the era, including the kidnapping and murder of Paul Castellano, the head of the Gambino family.
Despite facing numerous criminal indictments throughout his career, Gotti managed to avoid conviction for years, earning him the infamous nickname "The Teflon Don." However, his luck eventually ran out, and he was finally brought down by the FBI in 1992.
The episode concludes by examining Gotti's legacy and the impact that he had on the world of organized crime. While some view him as a savvy and charismatic leader who stood up for his family, others see him as a cold-blooded killer who brought nothing but chaos and destruction to the streets.
Overall, episode 4 of Gangsters: America's Most Evil season 5 offers a fascinating look into the life and career of one of the most notorious gangsters in American history. Through interviews with law enforcement officials, criminal experts, and members of Gotti's inner circle, viewers are given an inside look into the inner workings of the Gambino crime family and the man who led it for years.
