'Actress Allison Mack granted early release from prison in 'Smallville' case'

Allison Mack, the actress known for her role in "Smallville," has been released from prison a year early after serving time for her involvement in the cultlike group NXIVM. Mack was sentenced to three years in prison for racketeering and racketeering conspiracy, but her cooperation led to a reduced sentence. NXIVM operated under the guise of a self-help group, and Mack's role included recruiting women and forcing them to take nude photographs. The group's leader, Keith Raniere, was sentenced to 120 years in prison.