The Rise and Fall of 'Willy Wonka's Chocolate Experience'

Billy Coull organized 'Willy Wonka's Chocolate Experience.'

The event ended disastrously, impacting Coull's life.

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It was intended for families but received backlash.

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Attendees paid £35 per ticket for a disappointing experience.

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Children were left upset due to the event's brevity.

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Coull faced severe online abuse after the event's failure.

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He utilized AI to aid in event planning due to dyslexia.

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The fallout affected Coull's personal relationships.

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Coull expressed devastation over the event's aftermath.

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His life was profoundly affected by the event's failure.

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