Tom Jones Alerts Fans to Heartbreaking Scam: Stay Safe Online

Legendary singer Sir Tom Jones, renowned for his timeless hits like “She’s a Lady” and “Delilah,” as well as his appearances on “The Voice,” has recently issued a crucial warning to his fans. The beloved artist, who has garnered a massive following over the years, was compelled to address a distressing scam that has been targeting his supporters.

The Warning

On a somber note, Tom Jones and his management team took to social media to alert fans about the presence of fake online profiles impersonating the Welsh singer. These fraudulent accounts have been attempting to scam fans and the general public out of their hard-earned money. The statement, posted over a black screen, read:

“Regrettably, it has come to our attention that there are many fake online profiles impersonating Sir Tom Jones and/or his team, who are attempting to scam fans and members of the public.”

The message further clarified that Sir Tom Jones does not personally or directly communicate with individuals via his social channels. Fans were advised to report and block any fake profiles trying to chat with them privately, as these would not be associated with the real Sir Tom Jones or his team.

A Heartfelt Plea

The statement concluded with a heartfelt plea:

“It is sad and disheartening to hear of these scammers attempting to trap and abuse vulnerable people, so please be careful and stay safe online.”

Fans expressed their gratitude for the warning, with many sharing their own experiences of encountering and reporting fake profiles. One fan commented, “I have reported and blocked many fake profiles unfortunately. Best advice is don’t interact with them.” Another fan added, “Thank you for the warning, Sir Tom. There are so many fakes, an incredible number. I see so many every day. But we will not be beaten by them! You are the real deal, that’s all that matters!”

Recurring Issue

Sadly, this is not the first time that scammers have impersonated Tom Jones to target his fans. The singer had to issue a similar warning in November 2024, highlighting the ongoing nature of this problem.

Celebrity Scams: A Widespread Problem

Scammers often target the fans of notable personalities. For instance, actor Robson Green had to issue a warning to his followers last May. Green humorously remarked, “Nothing says ‘I have a life’ quite like spending hours creating a fake account just to masquerade as someone else trying to scam money out of people.”

He continued, “Honestly, I’d give these folks an award for their dedication to weirdness, but I think even that would be too weird. If you’re going to impersonate me, at least try to get creative—maybe add a unicorn ironing a plum. Something that matches the level of bizarre you’re going for.”

The National Fraud Helpline explains on their website that criminals often impersonate celebrities to dupe their fans. According to them, “Celebrities have always been used to endorse products to induce people to buy, whether on television or radio adverts or, more recently, on the internet. This has opened up a lucrative route for scammers to dupe unsuspecting members of the public into parting with cash by using bogus celebrities to front their campaigns.”

Celebrity scams are particularly dangerous because people naturally trust their favorite stars. Scammers exploit this trust to con innocent people out of their money. For more information on how to protect yourself from such scams, you can visit the National Fraud Helpline.

Stay Vigilant

It is crucial for fans to remain vigilant and cautious when interacting with celebrity accounts online. Always verify the authenticity of the profiles and be wary of any suspicious activity. By staying informed and alert, we can help protect ourselves and others from falling victim to these heartbreaking scams.