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The Rise and Fall of "John of God": Brazil's Celebrity Healer
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38:40 - 39:56 (01:15)

John of God, a celebrity healer who claimed to cure illnesses ranging from depression to cancer, was recently sentenced to decades of jail time for sexual abuse. However, his multi-million dollar business and control over the town of Abadianha reveal a history of exploitation and manipulation beyond his criminal acts.

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