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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Monday, May 12, 2025

Miki Howard’s Son Brandon Claims his father is Michael Jackson

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safe_image.phpI heard about this story and blew it off as another person claiming to be Michael Jackson’s son then the Miki Howard part made the story interesting. Howard a stellar R& B singer was allegedly once managed by Michael Jackson’s father Joe which is how the two met. Miki’s son Brandon, 31, claims that he is Michael’s son and he plans to prove it with DNA evidence today. UPDATE: Apparently Brandon has proved that he is indeed Michael Jackson’s son. Speculation is now running amuck that the song Billie Jean was about Bradon since the song came out about 32 years ago. UPDATE: Now TMZ who broke the original story is claiming the DNA test is false. Miki Howard is in the top 5 google searches today.

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