Considered by many as the Godfather of paparazzi culture, Ron Galella has made a healthy career of harassing and pissing off celebrities for the perfect shot.
He was famously bashed by Marlon Brando, had a restraining order made against him by the First Lady, thumped by Richard Burton's heavies and had his tyres slashed by Elvis's entourage for his intrusive methods. As annoying as he's been for many he has still managed to capture some amazing images of public people in their private lives.
This year a documentary entitled
Smash His Camera which won director Leon Gast a Best Director award at Sundance was based on Ron's life and career.
Scenes from Smash His Camera by Leon Gast:
Pictured in the thumbnail images are some of the fruits of his harassment. More at
rongallela.com.