born 1948
Frank Abagnale is an American former con artist, fraudster, and author, known for his remarkable ability to forge checks and assume various identities in the 1960s. By the age of 21, he successfully executed cons worth millions of dollars, leading to an extensive criminal career that was later the inspiration for the film "Catch Me If You Can." After serving prison time, Abagnale became a consultant and lecturer for the FBI, sharing his expertise on fraud prevention.