The Tattoo That Turned Heads: Unraveling Aaron Hernandez's God Forgives Ink

In the sixth episode of American Sports Story, titled "Herald Street," we witness Aaron Hernandez, portrayed by Josh Rivera, getting a notable tattoo. This tattoo, "God Forgives," isn't just any ink; it's a mirror-inverted script on his back, which grabbed attention due to its timing and meaning. Hernandez got this tattoo just weeks before his arrest for the murder of semi-pro football player Odin Lloyd in 2015. The series highlights Hernandez's habit of getting tattoos, which started during his college days at the University of Florida. The "God Forgives" tattoo is not the only intriguing one. Hernandez had other tattoos that prosecutors believed were admissions of guilt for various crimes, including a tattoo of a revolver with five bullets. This tattoo was linked to a 2012 drive-by shooting in Boston where Hernandez was accused of killing two men. The series shows Hernandez getting the "God Forgives" tattoo soon after this incident, which prosecutors used as evidence against him. The show plays with the facts for dramatic effect, moving the "God Forgives" tattoo from his arm to the center of his back. This change, along with the series' portrayal of Hernandez's guilt, has been critically examined. Producers have defended their artistic license, stating their belief in Hernandez's involvement in the crimes.