LPGA star Charley Hull is warning fans about scammers impersonating her online. The 28-year-old English golfer took to Instagram to address the issue,revealing that fake social media accounts are requesting money from fans in exchange for meet-and-greets or fan club memberships.
“I mentioned this a few weeks ago but after an incident at a tournament recently, I feel the need to speak out again,” Hull wrote on Wednesday. “I will never ask for money or gift cards in exchange for meet and greets or fan club membership. These clubs are fake and run by scammers.my team and I only use my official social media accounts, @charley.hull (Instagram) @hullcharley (X) at ALL times, there are no exceptions. I am not on TikTok.”
Hull, who boasts a large following on social media with 703,000 followers on Instagram and over 91,000 on X, urged fans to report any suspicious accounts. “There are SO many fake accounts out there claiming to be me,if you are contacted them please please report. Let’s stick together so we can beat the scammers,” she added.
This isn’t the first time Hull has made headlines off the course. In May, she whent viral for channeling PGA Tour legend John Daly by smoking a cigarette while signing autographs at the U.S. Women’s Open. She also revealed that a fan had attempted to ask her out during the tournament.
Last month, Hull secured her first victory in two years at the Aramco Team Series on the Ladies European Tour. Currently ranked No. 11 in the LPGA world rankings,Hull has two wins on the Tour and openly discussed her ADHD diagnosis last year.
## scam Alert: LPGA Star Charley Hull Speaks Out Against Impersonators
**World Today News Interview with Charley Hull**
**World Today News:** Charley, thank you for taking the time to speak with us about this important issue. It’s concerning to hear about scammers impersonating you online and exploiting your fans. can you elaborate on what these scams look like?
**Charley Hull:** It’s definately upsetting. Basically, fake social media accounts are pretending to be me and reaching out to fans. They’re promising things like meet-and-greets or exclusive fan club memberships in exchange for money or gift cards.
**WTN:** How did you first become aware of these scams?
**CH:** I noticed a few suspicious accounts popping up a while back. Then, just recently, there was an incident at a tournament where a fan approached me, confused because they had already “paid” someone online to meet me. That’s when I knew I had to address this publicly again and make sure my fans are protected.
**WTN:** What steps are you taking to combat these imposters?
**CH:** My team and I are working to report these fake accounts to the relevant social media platforms. We’re also trying to spread awareness about this issue through my official accounts. It’s vital that my fans know I would never ask for money for meet-and-greets or memberships.
**WTN:** What advice would you give to fans who think they might have encountered one of these scams?
**CH:** Firstly, don’t send any money or gift cards to anyone claiming to be me online except through official channels. Always double-check the account name and look for verification badges. If something feels off, trust your instincts and reach out to me directly through my official accounts: @charley.hull on Instagram and @hullcharley on X (formerly Twitter). Remember,I’m not on TikTok.
**WTN:** This is a reminder for all fans of public figures to be cautious online. It’s unfortunate that these scams exist, but your willingness to speak out is commendable, charley. Thank you for sharing your story and helping to protect your fans.
**CH:** It’s important to me to keep my fans safe. I appreciate everyone’s support and understanding.
