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Infomercial pitchman Don Lapre died as he lived: selling himself, in an online suicide note that doubles as a motivational get-rich pep-talk. Lapre was found dead in an Arizona jail cell Sunday morning, having bled to death while awaiting a trial on 41 counts of fraud and money laundering.

Lapre was a regular on TV in the s and s , selling telephone lines, "smart learning," vitamins and a turnkey business involving " tiny classified ads " in thousands of local newspapers:. It was Lapre's the third known suicide incident: The second occurred when he was hiding in a gym while on the run from the law in June -- he was found with deep cuts to his groin.

And he threatened suicide in when he went bankrupt selling real estate. He made it sound like anybody could make money as easily as he had.

For several years the show was ranked among the 10 most frequently broadcast cable infomercials. A lot of people have started their own businesses because of him.

They were inspired by him. According to federal prosecutors, the marketing was mostly ineffective and full of pop-up and banner ads. A year later, the FDA warned Lapre once again about his misleading claims.

His business was raided by the U. Postal Inspection Service. Never stop dreaming and for all those who sent me testimonials of what you did because of some of my help, I am grateful I made a small difference in your life…DL donlapre yahoo. Lapre insists that those who are determined, can profit, but when it comes to making money, few can be more determined than Don Lapre. Sign In Create Account. This story is over 5 years old.

Don Lapre, one of television and the Internet's most notorious scam artists, was found dead yesterday morning in an Arizona jail cell.