Peacock’s new scripted true crime series Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy has quickly become popular among subscribers, with many praising the show as one of the more accurate and tastefully-made serial killer dramas.

The opening two episodes of the show, which skip ahead to the serial killer’s capture and confession, have garnered attention. At one point in Episode 2, Gacy , who is played by actor Michael Chernus , mentions that another guy named Jack Hanley was the one who killed his victims and the detectives ask if he had an accomplice.

So, what’s the truth? Did the real-life Gacy have an accomplice? Not exactly.

“ Jack Hanley ” is the name of Gacy ‘s darker alter ego. He would refer to Jack as the one who actually committed the murders. In the series, Gacy c

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