Another historical instance could be in ancient Rome. There were women who were in a similar profession. Their stories were often intertwined with the decadence and power struggles of the Roman elite. They were sometimes used as pawns in political games or simply as a form of entertainment for the wealthy, but these stories also reflect the complex social fabric of that time.
I don't really have specific hooker stories to share as it involves an often illegal and unethical profession. However, in literature, there are some fictional tales that touch on the lives of such characters in a more symbolic way to show the darker side of society.
On July 15, 1997, the famous Italian fashion designer Gianni Versace was shot dead by serial killer Andrew Cunanan in front of his mansion. Cunanan had killed four other people before this. Versace's death caused a global sensation, and he was hailed as a legend in the fashion world. Versace's logo was based on Medusa in Greek mythology, symbolizing fatal attraction. The cause of Versace's death and the murderer's motive remain a mystery. After Versace's death, his sister Donatella inherited the brand's lifeline. This story was later adapted into the American drama, American Crime Story Season 2: The Versace Murder.
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