Catch Me If You Can
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1964
Parents Meet and Marry
Frank Abagnale Sr. and Paula Abagnale meet in Montmartre, France while Frank is serving in the US Navy and Paula is 17. They marry and move to the United States.
1964-04-27
Frank Abagnale Jr. Born
Frank William Abagnale Jr. is born in Bronxville, New York.
1964-1978
Childhood Years
Frank spends his childhood in Bronxville, NY, living a comfortable life.
1978
Parents' Divorce
Frank's life takes a turn when his parents face financial difficulties and ultimately divorce. This event deeply affects him.
1978
First Con
Frank runs away from home and begins his life of deception to survive, starting with smaller cons like check fraud.
1978
Pilot Impersonation Begins
Frank successfully impersonates a Pan Am pilot, allowing him to travel the world for free.
1978-1979
Impersonates a Doctor
Frank impersonates a pediatrician in Georgia to avoid suspicion and continue his fraudulent activities.
1979
Impersonates a Lawyer
Frank impersonates a lawyer after forging a Harvard Law School transcript and passing the Louisiana bar exam.
1980
Arrested in France
Frank is finally apprehended in France after an Air France attendant recognizes him.
1986
Release and FBI Work
After serving time in prison in France, Sweden, and the United States, Frank is released on parole and begins working with the FBI to catch other forgers and fraudsters.
