The Kennedy family is one of the most famous and powerful in the United States, but their legacy is one marred by tragedy and controversy. They are leaders, politicians, ambassadors, captains of industry, philanthropists, and environmental activists. At the same time, they’re seen as reckless philanderers, drug abusers, scandal-mongers, and, perhaps, the victims of a curse.
Click through the following gallery to discover why the Kennedys have such a complicated reputation and why many believe the family is cursed.