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Filmmaker John Waters -- aka the 'Pope of Trash' -- turns 80

Once called the "King of Bad Taste," Waters is known for his off-beat cult films <em>Pink Flamingos</em> and <em>Polyester</em>, as well as the more mainstream <em>Hairspray</em>. <em>Originally broadcast in 2014 and 2019.</em>

Published April 17, 2026, 4:28 PM
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Filmmaker John Waters -- aka the 'Pope of Trash' -- turns 80

Filmmaker John Waters -- aka the 'Pope of Trash' -- turns 80 Once called the "King of Bad Taste," Waters is known for his off-beat cult films Pink Flamingos and Polyester, as well as the more mainstream Hairspray. Originally broadcast in 2014 and 2019.

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Once called the "King of Bad Taste," Waters is known for his off-beat cult films Pink Flamingos and Polyester, as well as the more mainstream Hairspray. Originally broadcast in 2014 and 2019.

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