Cricket presenter and content creator grace hayden has warned fans about fake social media accounts impersonating their identities, urging users to remain vigilant and report the profiles immediately. The warning comes amid a growing trend of fake and AI-generated accounts targeting high-profile women in sports.
Hayden took to her verified accounts on Instagram and X to publicly highlight the issue. She clarified that she does not operate any active Facebook account and any profile claiming to be hers on Facebook is fraudulent.
According to Grace, one of the most prominent fake profiles was running on X under the handle @Graciehayden02. The account closely mimicked his name and public persona, leading followers to believe it was authentic. Hayden revealed that the account was suspected to be operated by a man named Abdul, who was reportedly using a VPN to hide his location.
“I don’t eat these,” In her post, Grace stressed that she has no active presence on Facebook.
He encouraged followers to block and report any such profiles, and stressed that engagement only increases the reach of the scam. Their prompt action and transparency helped prevent further misuse of their identities.
Fans rally to remove Grace’s fake account
The response from Hayden’s followers was immediate and supportive. Fans used platform tools like Community Notes on X to flag the impersonator, which helped other users quickly identify the account as fake. Within a short time, the account was removed, highlighting the effectiveness of mass reporting and platform moderation tools when used promptly.
The episode also demonstrated how public figures are increasingly relying on their online communities to combat digital fraud. Hayden thanked supporters for their quick action, and said that fans’ awareness plays a vital role in limiting the damage caused by such scandals.
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Why did Grace Hayden become the target of an online scam?
Impersonators often take advantage of Hayden’s public profile as the daughter of a former Australian cricket legend. Matthew Haydenas well as his growing reputation as a cricket presenter and media voice.
Scammers typically use such identities to build trust with unsuspecting users, for the purpose of phishing for personal information or soliciting money.
Cybersecurity experts say impersonation scams often target women in sports, taking advantage of their visibility and follower base. Grace’s case is part of a broader pattern rather than an isolated incident.
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