- Brad Pitt’s representatives warned fans of fake social media accounts.
- Brad Pitt does not have an official social media presence.
- Five people were arrested for cheating women using his persona.
Following the arrest of scammers who used Brad Pitt’s persona on social media to trick women, the representatives of Brad Pitt have sent out a warning to his followers. The 60-year-old Oscar winner, who does not have an official social media presence, issued a warning to the public on September 25.
“It’s awful that scammers take advantage of fans’ strong connection with celebrities, and this is an important reminder to not respond to unsolicited online outreach, especially from actors who have no social media presence,” Brad’s representative told PEOPLE.
The warning comes after the Spanish Ministry of the Interior revealed on September 23 that five individuals had been detained for their involvement in a “criminal organization” that cheated two women of over $350,000 via online fraud. Posing as a “fake Brad Pitt,” the con artists demanded money for investment projects and promised romantic relationships. Charges include fraud, money laundering, and forgery.
Similar scams have also been addressed by other celebrities. Celebrities like Johnny Depp, Tom Hanks, and Whoopi Goldberg have cautioned fans against phony accounts. Actress Florence Pugh said, “Just wanted to remind everyone that I do not have any other account other than this one,” in August, warning her fans to be careful. She expressed regret to those who got deceived, saying, “I’m sorry that you were [led] to believe that those spaces were safe.”
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