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Imposters Posing As Brad Pitt Scam Two Women For Over $350,000 In Spain

Ah, Brad Pitt, the heartthrob of the ’90s and still a name that makes fans swoon. Whether it’s his iconic roles in ‘Fight Club‘ or ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Pitt has always been in the spotlight for his talent and charm.

But recently, some online scammers took advantage of his fame, and it’s a story straight out of a crime thriller. Imagine thinking you’re chatting with Pitt himself, only to find out you’re being swindled by fraudsters.

The Catfishing Drama Unfolds

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Brad Pitt (Image: X)

According to The New York Times, the Spanish authorities arrested five scamsters for posing as Bradd Pitt this year, with three fraudsters nabbed in November and two more in July. The group posed as Brad Pitt through an online fan page and convinced two women they were exchanging messages with the Hollywood star.

For those who may not know, Brad Pitt stays far away from social media, which makes this scam all the more heartbreaking. The scammers even took it so far that these women believed they had built a romantic relationship with the actor.

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The con artists eventually started asking for money, and the victims obliged. One woman sent over $168,000, and the other was duped out of nearly $195,500. To date, only $94,000 has been recovered from this massive scam.

Brad Pitt’s Team Sets The Record Straight

Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt (Image: Variety)

Following the arrests, Brad Pitt’s publicist, Matthew Hiltzik, came forward with a crucial reminder for fans. In a statement to The New York Times, Hiltzik said, “It’s awful that scammers take advantage of fans’ strong connection with celebrities. But this is an important reminder to not respond to unsolicited online outreach, especially from actors who have no social media presence.”

And this isn’t a one-off case, folks. The ‘Wolfs‘ actor, who’s currently busy promoting his new crime comedy streaming on Apple TV+, has always kept a low profile online. In fact, Pitt’s not on Instagram, X, or any other major social platform.

So, if Brad Pitt slides into your DMs, you should probably hit delete before your bank account starts crying.

Akansha Sarkar
Akansha Sarkar
Akansha loves writing about horror, psychological thrillers, and political shows or even real crime stories, sharing her passion for movies and TV shows with readers. But her curiosity doesn’t stop there. She also loves to dive into geopolitics, finance, and philosophy. When she’s not writing, you can find her sketching, dancing Kathak, playing chess, or lost in classics like 'Crime and Punishment' and 'Metamorphosis.' A music lover and feminist, Akansha tries to bring a unique, thoughtful vibe to everything she writes.
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