The Rat Pack: A Squad of Hollywood Bad Boys

In the 1950s and ‘60s, there was a pack of guys who really made a name for themselves in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Everyone wanted to be part of this celebrity crew known as the “Rat Pack.” The most famous stars in the gang were Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and Sammy Davis Jr. But the group consisted of other actors too, including Peter Lawford and Joey Bishop. However, these weren’t the OGs. The original members were led by movie star Humphrey Bogart.

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They rose to fame through their movies and albums, but the Rat Pack certainly knew how to use fame and fortune to their advantage. They quickly became just as known for their over-the-top partying, lavish lifestyles, and womanizing. It was all fun and games for the most part, but political issues arose, and they also had to deal with racism directed at Rat Pack member Sammy Davis Jr.

From their movies to their antics, here is what you didn’t know about the infamous Hollywood Rat Pack squad.