"Brad Pitt" on a Budget: How AI Scammed a Woman Out of $850K 🤯💔
Imagine getting a message from Brad Pitt himself. Suspicious? Not for 53-year-old French designer Anne, who believed the Hollywood star was battling cancer, divorcing Angelina Jolie, and desperately needed money. The result? €830,000 gone and a divorce from her real husband. 😬💸
Here’s How It Went Down
It started with a message from "Brad Pitt's mom" (😅), followed by sweet words from "Pitt" himself. Using AI, scammers created convincing photos, videos, and even poetry. At first, Anne sent money for "customs fees" on luxurious gifts, and later for "cancer treatment."
The truth unravelled when she saw news reports of the real Brad Pitt with his new girlfriend. The damage wasn’t just financial: Anne ended up in the hospital with depression, and her story triggered online bullying. 😟💔
The Irony 🤖
AI, meant to help humanity, is now a scammer’s best tool. Fake celebrities are everywhere, and deepfake technology only makes it easier.
So tell me: what would you do if "Tom Hiddleston" slid into your DMs asking for cash? 😉✨
