The Most Famous Cheater, Ranked

Voting rules: Choose the cheater you think is the most famous!

Updated on May 5, 2024 07:03

In a world where fairness is prized and deceit often lurks in the shadows, keeping track of notorious cheaters has its unique importance. By ranking the most well-known cheaters, individuals gain awareness of the consequences of dishonesty, and communities can foster discussions about ethics and integrity. This not only enlightens but serves as a cautionary tale to deter similar behavior. This live ranking serves as a reflective mirror of public opinion and collective memory regarding those who have swayed the path of honesty for personal gain. Your participation through voting actively shapes this list, ensuring it remains current and reflective of societal values and perceptions. So, cast your vote and contribute to a broader understanding of notoriety and deception.

Who Is the Most Famous Cheater?

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Josh Hallett · CC BY-SA 2.0

Lance Armstrong

Lance Armstrong - the former professional cyclist was stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and banned from cycling for life after admitting to using performance-enhancing drugs.
Lance Armstrong in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous bicyclist
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous road cyclist
- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous Armstrong
- Position 4 of 10 in Most famous liar
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The White House from Washington, DC · Public domain

Tiger Woods

Tiger Woods is the professional golfer admitted to multiple affairs and infidelity, which led to a public scandal and the end of his marriage.
Tiger Woods is a world-renowned professional golfer who has achieved legendary status in the field of golf. He is considered one of the most successful athletes of all time, known for his exceptional skills, incredible work ethic, and record-breaking achievements.

Major Championships: 15

PGA Tour wins: 82

World Golf Championships wins: 18

Longest streak as World Number 1: 281 weeks

Career Prize Money: Over $120 million
Tiger Woods in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most popular golf player
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous golfer of all time
- Position 6 of 10 in Most successful celebrities of all time
- Position 10 of 10 in Most famous person from Orlando
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Bob McNeely, The White House[1] · Public domain

Bill Clinton

Bill Clinton is the former US president was impeached after lying about his affair with White House intern Monica Lewinsky.
Bill Clinton in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous celebrity from Arkansas
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous Bill
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous color-blind person
- Position 8 of 10 in Most famous ENFP
- Position 9 of 10 in Most famous person from Jonesboro, Arkansas
- Position 9 of 10 in Most famous liar
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TSGT Rick Sforza, U.S. Air Force · Public domain

Marion Jones

Marion Jones - the former Olympic sprinter was stripped of her five medals after admitting to using performance-enhancing drugs.
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bobgo29 http://www.bobgoemann.com · CC BY 2.0

Tonya Harding

Tonya Harding is the former figure skater was implicated in a plot to injure her rival Nancy Kerrigan before the 1994 Winter Olympics.
Tonya Harding in other rankings
- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous roller skater
- Position 7 of 10 in Most famous cheerleader in America
- Position 10 of 10 in Most famous celebrity in Oregon
- Position 10 of 10 in Most famous actor from Oregon
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Jim Accordino at https://www.flickr.com/photos/jimmyack205/ · CC BY 2.0

Barry Bonds

Barry Bonds - the former baseball player was accused of using performance-enhancing drugs and later convicted of obstruction of justice.
Barry Bonds in other rankings
- Position 9 of 10 in Most famous MLB player
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John Mathew Smith & www.celebrity-photos.com from Laurel Maryland, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0

Pete Rose

Pete Rose - the former baseball player and manager was banned from the sport for life for betting on games.
Pete Rose in other rankings
- Position 7 of 10 in Most famous Philadelphia Phillie
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Unknown authorUnknown author · Public domain

Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson - the former Olympic sprinter was stripped of his gold medal after testing positive for steroids at the 1988 Summer Olympics.
Ben Johnson in other rankings
- Position 4 of 10 in Most famous cowboy in Oklahoma
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Unknown authorUnknown author or not provided · Public domain

Richard Nixon

Richard Nixon - the former US president was involved in the Watergate scandal, which involved the illegal wiretapping of political opponents.
Richard Nixon was the 37th Vice President of the United States, serving under President Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1953 to 1961. He is widely regarded as one of the most successful Vice Presidents in American history.

Political Career: Richard Nixon had a long and successful political career, which included serving as a member of the House of Representatives, a U.S. Senator, and ultimately Vice President.

Foreign Policy: Nixon played a significant role in shaping U.S. foreign policy, particularly in areas such as the Cold War, the United Nations, and relations with Latin America.

Domestic Policy: Nixon was an advocate for civil rights and economic stability, pushing for policies that aimed at reducing unemployment and promoting economic growth.

Accomplishments: Nixon successfully managed Eisenhower's domestic and foreign policy agendas, providing strong support to the President and playing a key role in decision-making.

Presidential Ambitions: Nixon had aspirations to become President, which eventually came true when he won the presidency in 1968, after his term as Vice President.
Richard Nixon in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous Richard
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous liar
- Position 5 of 10 in Most successful Vice President
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Unknown authorUnknown author · Public domain

Bernie Madoff

Bernard Madoff

Bernie Madoff is the former investment advisor was convicted of running a Ponzi scheme that defrauded thousands of investors of billions of dollars.
The Bernie Madoff fraud was a massive Ponzi scheme orchestrated by Bernard Madoff, an American financier and former chairman of the NASDAQ stock exchange. Madoff's fraudulent activities spanned several decades, eventually leading to one of the largest financial frauds in history.

Duration: Several decades

Amount of fraud: Estimated $65 billion

Victims: Thousands of individual investors, financial institutions, and charities

Operational period: Approximately 1960s to 2008

Method: Ponzi scheme
Bernie Madoff in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most popular fraudsters
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous grifter
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous con artist
- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous liar

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This is a community-based ranking of the most famous cheater. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or cheater is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

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A participant may cast an up or down vote for each cheater once every 24 hours. The rank of each cheater is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.

More information on most famous cheater

Cheating is a topic that has been around for centuries and has been a source of controversy, debate and fascination for people worldwide. Whether it's cheating in sports, relationships, or academics, the consequences can be severe and long-lasting. In this article, we'll explore some of the most infamous cheaters in history, from athletes to politicians and celebrities. Who among them holds the title of the most famous cheater? Let's find out!