Tiger King Facts That Will Make This Show Seem Even Crazier

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Joe Exotic became a household name in Oklahoma. For over 20 years, Joe Exotic, the owner of the G. W. Zoo, was known for his big cats. He made a reality television show that was streamed from the zoo. He conducted side projects like shows and performances around the country. Here, people were permitted to pet tiger cubs. This is when he caught Carole Baskin's attention. 

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