Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Rodney Perry to Co-Star in Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family

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Rodney Perry, comedian co-host of the highly popular Mo’Nique Show, is hitting the big screen. Perry will co-star in the latest installment of the Tyler Perry Madea dramedy’s, “Madea’s Big Happy Family.” Perry will appear as Harold; a henpecked man who has completely lost control of his family.The drama/comedy, was written and directed by Tyler Perry and was adapted from Perry’s stage play, which is currently touring throughout the United States. Rodney Perry began filming this month and will appear alongside Tyler Perry, (who has reprised his role as Mabel “Madea” Simmons,) Bow Wow, Loretta Devine, Lauren London, and Isaiah Mustafa. Production is slated to wrap in early September and the film will hit a theater near you on April 22, 2011.No stranger to film, Perry Perry has starred alongside Matt Damon in the film, “The Informant,” as well as appeared in “Bushwacked,” “Chicago Pulaski Jones” with Cedric The Entertainer, “Johnson Family Vacation” and DVD releases “Legacy,” “Redrum” and “Showstoppers.” This role has Rodney comfortably wearing his comedic skin and delivering his unique brand of hilarity alongside a stellar cast of characters.Rodney Perry also continues to co-host The Mo’Nique Show, broadcasting daily on BET. Season two will begin airing in October 2010.

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