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Scammer Posing as Vet Used World’s Oldest Tortoise Jonathan in Crypto Death Scam
Inside the viral hoax that falsely claimed the world’s oldest tortoise had died and tried to cash in with a crypto donation scam.
Steelers Shut Down Viral Rumor That ‘Mean’ Joe Greene Has Died
Inside the wild NFL death hoax that had fans mourning a living legend—and how the Steelers stepped in to shut it down fast.
Queen Latifah Refutes Death Hoax, Says She's 'A-OK'
The actress and rapper warned fans against believing online rumors.
Texas Mom Says Fake ‘OnlyFans’ Photo of Her Was Shown at High School Game: ‘Ruining My Life'
Woman Says Fake OnlyFans Photo of Her Shown at High School Game is ‘Ruining My Life'
Natalie Greene Accused of Staging Bizarre Hoax in New Jersey
Authorities say Natalie Greene asked a 'scarification' artist to help her stage an attack.
Danny Trejo Debunks Death Hoax After Viral Rumor Sparks Panic
“I am very much alive.”
Jussie Smollet Stands by Account of Attack, Says His Story Has 'Never' Changed
The former "Empire" star insists he was framed and calls Chicago police and the former mayor 'villains' in the 2019 case.
Kourtney Kardashian Shuts Down Rumor That Her 15-Year-Old Son Mason Is a Dad: ‘Please Stop’
An internet rumor claimed he had a 1-year-old child.
Steve Burns of ‘Blue’s Clues’ Says He Was ‘Hurt’ by Death Hoax: ‘It Kind of Messed Me Up'
Steve Burns, the first host of the Nick Jr. show 'Blue's Clues' told the 'New York Times' that he wasn't "prepared" for the rumors about his death.
YFN Lucci's Lawyer Says Social Media Hoax Claiming Rapper Was Killed in Prison Is False
Lucci is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence as a result of his RICO trial.
Lil Tay's Account Posts Concerning Messages, Claims There Is 'Devastating News' About Internet Personality: ‘Pray’
On Instagram Stories, the rapper and influencer's account claimed to have "devastating news" regarding the 17-year-old.
Ryan Garcia Addresses Bizarre Posts on Social Media: ‘I’m Being Really Taken Advantage Of'
Over the weekend, boxing fans were concerned as Garcia posted numerous odd videos on Instagram, including one which suggested the boxer was dead.
Google Responds to Hoax Claiming Gmail Is 'Coming to a Close'
A screenshot circulating online claims Google is "sunsetting" its email service this year.
Lil Tay Reflects on Death Hoax, Denies She's Been Exploited by Brother
The teen made headlines this summer when her return to the public eye was marked by a death hoax.
Lil Tay Makes Public Appearance for First Time in Years After Saying Dad Was Behind Death Hoax
On Tuesday, Lil Tay accused her stepfather of being behind her death hoax.
Ex-‘Bachelorette’ Contestant Josh Seiter Victim of Death Hoax, Says Hacker Was Playing ‘Cruel Joke and Mocking My Mental Illness’
Josh Seiter, who appeared on Kaitlyn Bristowe’s 'Bachelorette' season in 2015, said, "I’m going to do all I can with my team to try to identify who is behind this."
Nicki Minaj Addresses Woman Who Targeted Her in Swatting Hoax: 'Was It Worth It?'
'The Pinkprint' rapper was targeted in a series of swatting attacks earlier this year, which is when S.W.A.T. and police are falsely called to someone's home under the pretense of violence. A warrant was issued.
Lil Tay Shares Legal Update Following Death Hoax, Mother Awarded Primary Custody
Earlier this month, someone hacked the viral star's Instagram account and announced that she and her brother had died.