The Cleveland Street Scandal was a significant event in Victorian England that emerged in 1889. It involved a male brothel in Cleveland Street, London, frequented by young men, including some from the upper classes. The scandal broke when police raided the establishment, leading to public outrage and media frenzy. The investigation revealed connections to prominent figures, including Lord Arthur Somerset, a member of the royal household. The scandal raised questions about morality, class, and sexuality in Victorian society, ultimately highlighting the hypocrisy surrounding issues of sexual behavior among the elite.