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

OH NO: Singer/DJ Al B Sure’s Son Exposes Al with Open Letter

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Al B Sure’s son Quincy exposes Al for not being there for him as a father in an open letter to Global Grind. See letter below…————————- Letter To My FatherI’ve been inspired throughout my life by special circumstances and unique experiences.  Foremost, I grew up with a family that injected me with unconditional love and enduring confidence.  This is my foundation, the family holidays and celebrations with my maternal lineage, supportive smiles in audiences at school programs, guiding hand s to complete homework and special projects in the wee hours of the morning.However, I grew up without my father, an irreplaceable force and influence that was absent in my life. I watched other kids enjoy the embrace of theirs, and I searched for a way to reconcile the meaning of my circumstance.Despite my pain, I’ve imagined a life as a good son with my father. Baseball,   Playing in School Band, Church, All of the things that  he would expect  his son to do, I’ve done.  I’ve stood in front of audiences to receive awards. I heard their applause and praise.  But, the accolades have been absent the sound of  his clapping hand s and encouraging words,  his voice that I could distinguish in my sleep. Where has he been?Now, I reflect on the journey, the pain, the challenges, and the triumphs through this song.  I’m reconciled as a man, no longer a boy, in verse.  Now, I know that I’m not alone.Albert Brown, also known as “Al B Sure! is my biological father, but Sean Combs, also known as “Diddy has been a father figure in my life for as long as I can remember. Sean Combs is the person whom I look up to and appreciate as a father. He is the one who help mold me into the person I am today and will always try to live up to his expectations. He has always been supportive of me and I will forever love and respect him. As far as my biological father goes, the “spitting image” is all I have taken from him. Throughout my life, I’ve always wondered about him; Where he was? What was he doing? And most importantly, Was he even thinking about me? The absence of my father has given me a better understand ing of what type of man I am going to be. I am grateful for my mom’s love, support, guidance, and for her strength.To those who share my plight, know that you have a great future, a DESTINY.  Take the lemons that you are handed and make lemonade.  Your journey is in “A Letter To My Father. – Quincy “Q” Brownexclusive for GlobalGrind.com 

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