Belle Gibson Case Analysis | Faking Cancer for Money

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@debbiec4530 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for clarifying the difference between Belle and Mel Gibson. I was confused. 🤠💕

@anonymousstrangeness7348 3 жыл бұрын

Yes !!! - Now that I realize they are two different people, it explains my lifetime of puzzlement and frustration ☺

@TheNeeyang 3 жыл бұрын

Lmaoooo yes

@Aaron-kj8dv 3 жыл бұрын

apparently I'm the only who found the "Mel Gibson was a road warrior" joke funny

@MofongoMondongo 3 жыл бұрын

I think Belle is a better actress than Mel 🤷🏾‍♂️ 😂

@industrialover 2 жыл бұрын

Right lol

@sayhello5377 3 жыл бұрын

Years ago, one of my coworkers told everyone she had cancer. She was never specific, just “Oh, I have cancer.” She would leave mid-day and show up late often, claiming to be going to treatments. People felt bad for her situation, so they’d go out of their way to make things easier for her at work by taking on some of her duties on top of their own. She eventually admitted to lying about having cancer and was fired. IMO, that’s a very disgusting thing to lie about it. Anyone who lies about it deserves to get it. 🤢

@usermc1234 2 жыл бұрын

deceit and lost of trust is a real deal breaker in the corporate world. U whatever that she felt she had to cover up for was less excusable than the cancer she lied about.

@jaguar4120 2 жыл бұрын

Yup I totally agree. Lying about something horrific is disgusting. People should be held accountable. 😪🙄😒

@Ad-Lo 2 жыл бұрын

😯

@oftin_wong 2 жыл бұрын

My sister says she cant do any hard work because ...'her hands' ....

@gaylemc2692 2 жыл бұрын

@@oftin_wong I have one of those too. She claims she has irritable bowel syndrome and goes to the bathroom and sits until the dishes are done.. this is been going on since she was a teenager. I just tell her the bathrooms open Judy we're going to wash the dishes now.

@jenniferocious480 3 жыл бұрын

“No such thing as a self reported death” 😂💀😂💀 Truth, sir

@KathyAAllen 3 жыл бұрын

I'm stage 3 and I love people like you! You made me smile at one of the worst times of my life. That has only happened to me once before from a Doctor. While my mother was dying, and when he saw how sad it made us to forget for a second and laugh, he reminded us that our laughter helps her, even though she couldn't say it. I'll never forget him. -or you :)

@debbierose882 3 жыл бұрын

@@Demian_R yes

@michelleshephard9690 3 жыл бұрын

I am still laughing at Dr Grande's take on 'I died' stories

@jenniferocious480 3 жыл бұрын

@@Demian_R nope. Not even close at all. Humor isn’t your thing lol

@cinnamongirl4315 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@BigZebraCom 3 жыл бұрын

Just a reminder I'm not diagnosing anybody; only speculating what could be happening while faking cancer like this.

@segua 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, I would of died if he said that.

@BigZebraCom 3 жыл бұрын

@@segua We had someone do this in my hometown; I think there were people who wanted to kill her, they were so angry.

@thereal4113 3 жыл бұрын

And influencing the public NOT to get vaccinated👹

@debbierose882 3 жыл бұрын

You win today’s comments!!!

@BigZebraCom 3 жыл бұрын

@@debbierose882 Thank you! I am not worthy!

@HauntedWatson 3 жыл бұрын

I recognized this person by her neon pink turtleneck alone

@leelee0957 3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@ms.lisamurphy269 3 жыл бұрын

@@leelee0957 I wish Dr G would have said "what's uncovered in the interview doesn't include under the huge pink turtle neck.

@thereal4113 3 жыл бұрын

Well the neon pink is a red flag. She looks like a giant bottle of Pepto Bismal.

@emily.g.929 3 жыл бұрын

YES 👏🏻 I thought I was the only one 😂

@debbierose882 3 жыл бұрын

I watched her on 60 minutes UK and she was bizarre.

@LiberaTeTutemetExInferis 3 жыл бұрын

I remember watching 60 minutes Australia featuring this lady and wondering why she even accepted the interview, how can people like her think going public can help them in any possible way...that would be a good topic

@chillertheater 3 жыл бұрын

@Wyoming I was amazed at that interview. Not only did the interviewer really lay into her about her deception, but her denial and deflection of blame was astonishing.

@carrenpalmer3453 3 жыл бұрын

I think she did it as they probably offered her a ton of $$$ * She has no qualms selling her soul for a buck

@MrRaulstrnad 3 жыл бұрын

Gibson was in the process of being outed before the interview and 60 Minutes Australia gave her a payment for that interview Gibson agreed to it because she knew this might be the last bit of money she would gain through her deception It is less than ethical for 60 Minutes Australia not to have mentioned the fact that they were paying Gibson during the broadcast

@debbierose882 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrRaulstrnad agreed

@lidahall5928 3 жыл бұрын

Sociopathy? I mean, she was paid about $40K AUD for the interview too.

@judiroth7855 3 жыл бұрын

Being a cancer survivor, and just having another cancer scare, this woman cannot imagine the depth of despair one feels. Perhaps cancer will find her one day.

@tuck-brainwks-eutent-hidva1098 3 жыл бұрын

😔🙏🕯☦ To your improving health!

@juanitaschlink2028 3 жыл бұрын

Oh she knows. She used it for her own profit. This chick is something Els. She lived for a time with a couple who's child had brain cancer and lied to there faces all the way.

@bridmcgrath3606 3 жыл бұрын

Sending positive vibes to u and hoping that u are well.

@gina1emo 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you the best health but you should neva wish no one cancer knowing what a truly cruel, most painful & evil illness it really is. I lost my beautiful Mum & Nana from cancer. I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy💜🖤

@rochellekramer2080 2 жыл бұрын

I am a cancer survivor also.

@nancyjones6780 3 жыл бұрын

I watched the 60 Minutes Australia story on her. The journalist who was interviewing her, Tara Morgan I think, didn't let her get away with ANY B.S at all! She was so far in to her lies that I don't think she knew the truth anymore. Her personality is so confounding and frustrating! Thanks once more for a great topic! 💜

@diondestelle3659 3 жыл бұрын

@ Nancy Jones Tara Brown interviewed her. And yes towards the end of the interview she just had enough of Belle's lies and just (politely) wrapped up the interview there and then. There's actually a follow up on 60 mins Australia where Tara discusses what it was like to interview Belle Gibson

@tamvee 3 жыл бұрын

Yes Tara Brown takes no prisoners in her interviews.

@karenengelhardt1610 2 жыл бұрын

Tara is the original savage.

@MarieAntoinetteandherlittlesis 2 жыл бұрын

I loved that interview. She was there to take no BS. I love when she says "Truth, Bell. Truth."- in a warning tone. She didnt tiptoe around any difficult topics. It really pissed me off at the end when Bell claimed that she stopped the treatments because she was pregnant. (I belive she was lying, she evoked pregnancy to gain MORE sympathy) and Tara was like- Nope. Not having it.

@D_skeptic 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, Tara handled that extremely well. But I think Belle knows exactly what the truth is… she just doesn’t care. She will never ever admit she lied because it requires admitting you are a predatory scumbag, pathological liar, & at minimum, possess many of the same traits as sociopaths. Her ego just wont allow that kind of self-deprecating honesty. All of that said, if someone was so foolish that they believed eating your fruits & veggies could cure what would have been Stage 4 cancer (if she had not made the whole thing up)…? I just find it real hard to have much sympathy for them. Those people would have found someone else’s bullshit to buy hook, line, & sinker if they hadn’t encountered Belle. They’d be looking for cancer-curing spells, herbal remedies, some self-reported reiki master with magic hands, or some other such nonsense. If you require no proof or even a shred of convincing evidence in the face of extraordinary claims, someone will always be there to tell you a fairytale and take your money. And frankly, this sounds a bit like natural selection at work… 🤷🏻‍♀️

@TheAmandafox 3 жыл бұрын

I believe I’m 29, but there is other documentation that I’m actually 35. 🤷‍♀️

@jeanvanasperen8974 3 жыл бұрын

I believe I am 35, but documentation says I am.....wait a minute!

@needtoknow617 2 жыл бұрын

I was 52 up until some man came to visit me with a box with lights. Now I'm 12.

@mexxicokitty 2 жыл бұрын

I use to be an octopus, now I'm a cat..meowww

@Lizzypoohxo 2 жыл бұрын

I identify as a "cool young mom" but haven't been for about 7 years.

@GForcesUnLtd 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a mermaid 🧜🧜🧚🧜🧜 from, ⛅ Friday- sun/- and Tinkerbell at 🌃 night. ,_69+Mon- thurs/ heeheehe

@DuckiesDad08 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you know how much of a benefit to the public your videos are. They’re far more than informative entertainment - you’re helping a lot of us better understand and respond to the people we meet. Thank you, Dr. Grande.

@ArtU4All 3 жыл бұрын

✨👍🙏

@blueeyes6852 3 жыл бұрын

@@ArtU4All ...me too! Well said❣ 😊

@musicisgoodforthesoul999 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! People are too good at hiding the very dark exterior they have... We or I rather, need help with this. ❤️

@nancyrode9781 3 жыл бұрын

xctly so useful for daily lives

@BucketHeadianHagg 3 жыл бұрын

I love your comment!

@LaRossaSelvaggia 2 жыл бұрын

“There’s no such thing as a self-reported death.” And damned if I wasn’t taking a drink of coffee when he said it. One minute while I change my shirt.

@emmaphilo4049 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@darkpoet5514 3 жыл бұрын

I am officially suffering from GCAS , Grande Content Addiction Syndrome . All the love , appreciation and respect for you and this great channel from all your fans her in Saudi Arabia 🖤

@maureeningleston1501 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahah. That syndrome is Worldwide and spreading rapidly.

@darkpoet5514 3 жыл бұрын

@@maureeningleston1501 Grandemic 🤣🤣

@kayzbluegenes 3 жыл бұрын

You're just trying to get sympathy (and money)... try some herbal supplements + yoga.

@thelocalmaladroit8873 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! I have DGD- Dr Grande Disorder! I wonder if they’re related!🙂

@jessa.4529 3 жыл бұрын

Fortunately I am an addictions counselor. You can pay me money to help you.

@henryradley7850 3 жыл бұрын

Your ability to make videos is impressive. Dr. Grande please make sure you're having enough time for yourself

@trace9657 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with Henry. There is nothing wrong with a break, just post a notice on the community tab if you plan to do so. We do not need personal information, but at this point if you miss a couple of days we are going to worry you are in a ditch somewhere.

@mistressofstones 3 жыл бұрын

Aren't you a delightfully caring, beautiful person Henry 😊

@ScootsMahgoots 3 жыл бұрын

His no nonsense delivery is so alluring.

@industrialover 2 жыл бұрын

I bet he's pushing until he gets to a million.

@charq52 3 жыл бұрын

I watched the interview on 20/20 Australia. The interviewer could not get a straight answer from Belle. It was frustrating to watch.

@oasistechnologies1339 3 жыл бұрын

how old are you? well...

@maureeningleston1501 3 жыл бұрын

@@oasistechnologies1339 LOL. She actually said I grew up knowing I'd be 26 one day ???????

@oasistechnologies1339 3 жыл бұрын

@@maureeningleston1501 whens your birthday? 22nd of February what year?? EVERY year! :D

@maureeningleston1501 3 жыл бұрын

@@oasistechnologies1339 LOL. TA"DAH!!

@thatsalt1560 3 жыл бұрын

I never heard of her before but the more I read and hear, the more annoyed I get. I can't stand people who are always the victim, always selfish, prepared to lie all the time. I get that you can have a disorder that makes you act like this and I suppose disorders appear from trauma, but I just can't like people like her. Ugh.

@darlenelawson1255 3 жыл бұрын

A needy Narcissistic con artist. She is sick but who knows if she wants people to feel sorry for her as well. I found this very interesting and there have been several women claiming they had Cancer. Whether for Sympathy and attention or for money. This was a keeper. I will remember this one. Thank-you Dr. Todd. Keep up the good hard work.❤️❤️🇨🇦🧁

@chad3232132 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, but one who got away with it. Belle served no time and has only repaid a very small % of the $300k+ she conned people out of. Not only that, some people STILL believe her.

@conclavecabal.h0rriphic 3 жыл бұрын

I died, but then I didn’t die. Exciting story, I know. My go fund me is linked below. You’re so welcome.

@redsloane879 3 жыл бұрын

And do you have dome Arizona beach property for sale? Or maybe a bridge?! 🤣

@sadeatthewhip1846 3 жыл бұрын

😁😁😁😁😁

@Joe_334 3 жыл бұрын

There was a youtuber that pointed out these two who were faking their impending death, for subs. They said, they went to this chiropractor, who was able to cure anything. I'm pretty sure that is not how chiropractors works.

@conclavecabal.h0rriphic 3 жыл бұрын

@@redsloane879 my friend my friend I have all of these things, I’ll make a good price especially for youuuu 😅

@florianstumpf4349 3 жыл бұрын

You're so brave 😆

@junejourney1051 3 жыл бұрын

The more Dr.Grande shows different personalities the more I get far from society. Thank you so much 🤍

@issabellaskye8637 3 жыл бұрын

I don't blame these people who go live off grid and drop out of mainstream society.

@CesarClouds 3 жыл бұрын

@@issabellaskye8637 👍

@andyb1653 2 жыл бұрын

Western society tends to reward "bad" behaviour whilst showing indifference toward good. I don't blame anyone for dropping out.

@megschmeedafamc 3 жыл бұрын

I saw her 60 Minutes Australia interview awhile ago. This is absolutely sickening on so many levels. I lost my mom to ovarian cancer in February 2020. What Gibson did was so dangerous, manipulative and cruel. I hope she never actually has to fight cancer. Thank you, Dr. Grande.

@conclavecabal.h0rriphic 3 жыл бұрын

A relative of mine just went through the whole round of treatment for breast cancer. Had chemo, lost her hair, breasts, everything. She made it through alive, but went through absolute hell- I’m sure. It’s just so effing gross, disrespectful, selfish...I could go on. I can’t even imagine how I’d feel if I were a cancer survivor myself. It’s like spitting in the faces of the people who have lost so much, even their lives...

@blueeyes6852 3 жыл бұрын

Please tell your relative I'm so glad this horrible chapter is behind them! Wishing them happiness, peace and wellness! 🦋

@patroy2691 3 жыл бұрын

Actually I’m incredibly grateful for the treatment: I’m alive and healthy. I just shake my head at those who don’t appreciate how good the treatments are these days, and instead choose alternative routes that can only end badly. They’re so afraid of the treatments because they cannot face their real fear, the specter of death at the end of the cancer diagnosis,

@rochellekramer2080 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for understanding. I am an ovarian cancer survivor.

@Lara-rm3gs 2 жыл бұрын

A relative of mine is going through breast cancer right now. She’s super brave and strong but even she’s having a hard time. Chemo is exhausting. She has a little boy at home as well, who she loves very much but she unfortunately needs to do chemo first. Seeing someone go through this is horrific, I cannot imagine lying about it. That’s absolutely disgusting.

@psingerman4778 2 жыл бұрын

I am on my second type of cancer, and I couldn't personally care less what this creep does. But she is probably causing some people not to get proper treatment, as she lauds "natural" treatments. That is a horrible product of her lies.

@higgaroc 3 жыл бұрын

In a situation like this, sometimes I wish Dr. G would stray from his steadfast commitment to upholding the standards of his profession and say: “clearly, this person is completely bonkers.”

@Well_Ill_Be_GodDangled 3 жыл бұрын

Right, like that one time Jay Leno convinced Dr. Ruth to evaluate him live on air and she concluded with "You are one sick son of a bitch." Every radio DJ ever had tried to get her to do this for decades and she never would.

@thebranchorganics3721 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing sounds better than not getting sued though…

@conclavecabal.h0rriphic 3 жыл бұрын

“...that new donation-free type of philanthropy... *Philanthropy* Lite ® “ 😂 Dr. Grande you slay me every time!

@MarieAntoinetteandherlittlesis 2 жыл бұрын

That was a surprisingly good roast.

@pdrtoolscom 2 жыл бұрын

The dry delivery of that line was priceless 😂👍

@beachstreet101 Жыл бұрын

She’s a great example of the dangers of social media and Instagram with all those fake influencers making things up to their equally delusional million followers.

@Sourpusscandy 11 ай бұрын

Best comment on the page!

@rachelmesst2006 3 жыл бұрын

As an Aussie that witnessed this in real time, something tells me a lot of Americans will be loosing their day to a KZfaq wormhole about this case now that Dr. Grande has highlighted it. ... so wild.

@angelahamon6730 3 жыл бұрын

There's always something to look up after listening to Dr Grande

@blondesense1708 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I read the book. It was wild. Her mother is a very, very strange lady.

@jessicaleser8822 3 жыл бұрын

i watched her 20/20 Australia interview last year-she was ridiculous and i can't stand the way she makes everything sound like a question.

@nnnaominicole 3 жыл бұрын

@@blondesense1708 which book? Thx

@jermed2001 3 жыл бұрын

Not really. I don't need to listen to the annoying lies.

@TheAllianceEnt 3 жыл бұрын

For anyone who has not seen this woman's interview, go watch immediately. It. Is. HILARIOUS

@murphychurch8251 3 жыл бұрын

I just tried to watch it, but had to stop it after a bit. I just can't. There's something about her face that is so oddly confusing. No real and normal expressions on her face, just a stiff mask that is crafted to look suffering no matter what she's talking about. I don't think she was using botox at her young age, so probably this mask-like face must be connected to her mental disorders. While I get it that sometimes people don't have a lot of expressions going on in their faces, for example some people on the autism spectrum, her face is just annoying to watch because it's stuck in faking suffering. I hope she gets a diagnosis and treatment at some point, so that people will not be all either deceived by her or annoyed with her, and I hope that at some point she will grasp what she had done.

@IAmBuddythedecibwave 2 жыл бұрын

She looked like she had been caught in a lie. No amount of masking hid that from me. Her brain had to be running a hundred miles a minute, scrambling to find the next excuse...

@KarleeM76 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love when Belle is called out yet she still tries to manipulate 😒😂

@55shocked55 3 жыл бұрын

I watched the 60 min interview it was super creepy. So weird how comfortable she was with making up lies and how uncomfortable she was with trying to tell the truth.

@maureeningleston1501 3 жыл бұрын

OMG I requested this a few times, thank you Dr Grande, I can't watch it fast enough.

@cocopersiflage4705 3 жыл бұрын

Nice suggestion!

@Meowziez 3 жыл бұрын

Philanthropy Lite. You slayed me again Dr. Grande. 😂

@redsloane879 3 жыл бұрын

Diet philanthropy.....

@Meowziez 3 жыл бұрын

@@redsloane879 🤣🤣🤣

@jackiegrice714 3 жыл бұрын

Dr Grande I’ve heard similar messages from others, but I wanted to reiterate: Your Chanel is one of the best available. I was watching some of your old videos today and I realized that I’ve never seen a video of yours that I didn’t like. Your work is genuinely amazing. You’ve got a fan for the long haul here!

@catslove3884 Жыл бұрын

Most enjoyable "channel". I can't use "Chanel" without thinking of "Coco".

@rejaneoliveira5019 3 жыл бұрын

I can only imagine the pain of betrayal the cancer patients/survivors must have felt after finding out about her lies. Cancer is a devastating disease as it is, and on top of that to have someone make use of people’s vulnerabilities in such a way it’s just very cruel. Excellent video Dr. Grande!❤️ Just FYI, my notification bell for your videos is working again. 👍🏼

@chartroy 2 жыл бұрын

And what is worse: the likely scenario that some of those cancer patients that listened to Belle and abandoned their treatment at their peril and/or possible death. It’s criminal really. She got off EASY

@michelleshephard9690 3 жыл бұрын

'When someone tells you they died you always know how it's going to end Let me guess you didn't!' 🤣 Hilarious 😆

@nancyvega1785 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha ha Michelle. Great attitude!

@stevecox7075 2 жыл бұрын

As a cancer survivor (in remission since 2010), I found this whole story to be absolutely disgusting. She deserves to be in jail for what she has done.

@helencabell6298 Жыл бұрын

I love Dr. Grande. He has his own gentle, nonjudgmental way of presenting extremely troubled individuals to the public. Even his voice is soothing. He is very good at his profession. ❤🙏🏼

@maureeningleston1501 3 жыл бұрын

This disgusting excuse of a human being makes me so angry, having being lucky enough to have survived cancer twice but also having met many people who weren't so lucky, she makes my blood boil.

@georgiak6017 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't, and I just think what a piece of work.

@chuckynickolodean8420 3 жыл бұрын

This is what as knows as the dregs of Society, She is Famous, but for all the wrong reasons...

@johnayalachef 3 жыл бұрын

This was such a big deal at the time and still yet, unresolved. I believe she influenced someone with genuine cancer and they died using her concepts and methods.

@automata9866 Жыл бұрын

The impact she had was probably much worse than we know. What about her claim that a vaccine caused her cancer. How many people were influenced by that and suffered the consequences of that decision. Sure it was their choice but they were coerced by what was believed to be a reputable source.

@tonidunn3149 3 жыл бұрын

Hi from Australia 👋 Shout out to any other fellow Aussies watching. Hi Dr Grande.

@jeanvanasperen8974 3 жыл бұрын

Hi from Wagga

@lynncaldwell8345 5 ай бұрын

Hi from Muswellbrook.

@adamnixon2886 3 жыл бұрын

I lost both my amazing parents to cancer in 2011 about 6 months apart. It has taken a lot to process. I was hurt so bad I couldnt cry untill I got into therapy a couple years ago. People who lie about having cancer to steal support that could have gone to a person truly in need are pathetic.

@easttowest5984 3 жыл бұрын

A new Dr. Grande video is like waiting to see the next episode of your favorite show.

@justiniadonisi9290 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, *thank you,* for helping us keep the Gibsons straight at the beginning of the video. The rest may have otherwise been a struggle.

@lnc-to4ku 3 жыл бұрын

"Giving people false hope is one of the worst manipulation based offenses someone can commit." SO perfectly said, Dr. Grande! I think she'd have to be an all out psychopath to decieve vulnerable, desperate people so horribly, and to not even take responsibility for her actions. I love the Very interesting and informative parts of your videos SO much! ♡ Human nature fascinates me.

@yes0r787 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. Grande. Are you absolutely certain Belle and Mel Gibson are two totally different people? They never appear together in public.

@rochellekramer2080 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha. Love it.

@genc5436 Жыл бұрын

Winner!

@catslove3884 Жыл бұрын

Yes, she would lie about it.

@kennethkunz2449 3 жыл бұрын

This was a fascinating and irritating situation as it unfolded. Thank you for the excellent analysis!

@kennethkunz2449 3 жыл бұрын

Just an added thought, in terms on 'intentionality'. My impression is that Belle had such deep wounds from issues around abandonment and neglect, that she was incapable of being aware of the needs and sensitivities of others. She found that exaggerating serious personal health crises brought a profound influx of unconditional attention, pity, and resource. Since successful behavior repeats itself, the situation escalated quickly beyond what she could imagine or handle. When she found she had painted herself into an inextricable corner, she surrendered to the process and went with the flow, even facilitating the process. In a nutshell, she didn't have the cognitive complexity or the necessary powers of organization to purposely craft such a successful fraud: she simply blundered stepwise into the evolving fantasy and it happened to harmonize with, or resonate with the heartstrings of the public. Simply put: Belle's behavior is clueless and stumbling, and through somewhat understandable self-absorption and self-centeredness, she blundered into success and popularity. What a debacle!

@carolinesmith7468 3 жыл бұрын

I remember her Instagram account. She was really clued up on social media for the time, which might also be part of her success? I was so into her stylish vegan lifestyle. Quite terrifying how easy it is to be duped

@Pattiepies55 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video Dr. Grande. Australian 3 x cancer survivor here. Ms. Gibson gave us, then stole away our hope. Unforgivable.

@unsignedredefined7525 2 жыл бұрын

Ugh I had a friend just like Belle. Moved onto my property after having "long haul COVID", leaving trash everywhere, going on two vacations without paying a dime in rent, and using her donation money from GoFundMe. When she found out I reported her actions to her GoFundMe sponsor, she filed a false police report and restraining order. Filled with lies, accessing her computer and stealing mail, stealing money, threatening her with a knife and arson. On the police report she claims she can't remember anything, and she showed up to the restraining order hearing in a wheelchair. I've lawyered up and spent almost 6k to fight this woman, who I assume is some combo of borderline and pathological liar. She lies just as much and as terribly as Belle.

@missmahnee 7 ай бұрын

I totally understand your plight.

@barbier5488 3 жыл бұрын

That girl is nuts. She clearly loved the attention that she was getting.

@shelikestuff 3 жыл бұрын

She looks pretty damn healthy for someone who’s supposed to be so sick

@etherspin 3 жыл бұрын

There are plenty of conditions like that (e.g. chronic fatigue syndrome, M.S.) but .. she doesn't have those types. Someone with about 5 types of cancer will not have a natural glow and smooth health skin unless it's on their shiny scalp!

@brucheweinberger6863 2 жыл бұрын

There was a woman in Israel that lived for far longer than her life expectantcy, considering she had terminal cancer and she looked not the healthiest but neither the worst. But someone with supposingly so many cancers, she looked to healthy. I would have smelled a rat right away.

@ForTheLoveOfMike 2 жыл бұрын

@georginamcallum1324 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. And never even lost her hair. She should had been a better lier and shaved her head.

@georginamcallum1324 2 жыл бұрын

But imagine how many truly I'll people trust her and her false hopes.

@cottontails9003 3 жыл бұрын

Good morning Dr Grande. She definitely doesn't have Munchausen by Proxy, l I've looked after these people. In my opinion she's a con artist. What I find appalling is she conned survivors of cancer, and took their money. I'd like to see her do some jail time. Love the analysis. Thank you Dr Grande, have a safe and happy day.

@juanpueblo316 2 жыл бұрын

Con artists are just like huslers....but taking to the optimum scale end of the game....

@tallgrasslanestitches6635 2 жыл бұрын

Munchhausen by proxy would involve making someone else appear to be ill.

@thereal4113 3 жыл бұрын

On a positive note: Dr. Grande's analysis shows that most people are empathetic, sympathetic and generously support those in need. Belle must have been one heck of a con artist in the worst way, preying on middle class people who in some way felt a connection to her. Thank you Dr. G !!!🪴🪴🪴

@LDiamondz 3 жыл бұрын

True. She really hurt a lot of those good people. Some of them may never give donations to anyone ever again, after they were duped. Sad that someone who really does need help, might not get it.

@kassandrasalmon685 3 жыл бұрын

I got so excited when I saw another upload I decided to just finally sign up for Patreon. You are the only KZfaqr I have ever done this for. I really love this channel.

@TheAllianceEnt 3 жыл бұрын

Guy: Bro, I litterally died! But then... Dr. Grande: Wait lemme guess...ya didn't. hilarity

@TheAllianceEnt 3 жыл бұрын

@@crochunter35 litterally.

@marcdraco2189 3 жыл бұрын

I called Belle Gibson as a fake when I was researching The Fear Babe years ago. It was clear to me she was a fraud from the the get-go, but what penalties has she faced? Her actions almost certainly caused deaths.

@chad3232132 3 жыл бұрын

She has faced almost no penalties. She's served no jail time and despite supposedly being forced to repay the money she stole she's repaid almost none of the $300k+ of ill gotten donations. Her latest con is "converting" to Islam. She claims she is a "Muslim legal advisor" - essentially conning the Muslim community by playing pretend attorney.

@blackie8306 2 жыл бұрын

She’s as loopy as all get-out.

@timsopinion 3 жыл бұрын

That Belle/Mel bit at the beginning was pure gold !

@TylerLarson 3 жыл бұрын

I had a friend... well, a "friend"... who pretended to have breast cancer and held a fundraiser for reconstructive surgery, and used the money to get implants. It ended more or less exactly as you would have hoped.

@belladamex767 3 жыл бұрын

What they took her to court and demanded her to have the implants removed? That’s how I would hope it to end....

@user-cs1un6sp1wRennata 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr. Grande for your brilliant analysis.

@autumnedwards4448 3 жыл бұрын

As soon as I saw the title I knew this one was going to be awesome!😍 And Dr Grande delivered! Thank you for your thoughts on this. Love my daily Grande time☺💙💙💙

@mrooz9065 3 жыл бұрын

Have been waiting for this for a loooooooong time. Thank you.

@YuesWoman 3 жыл бұрын

I also requested this a few times. Thank you so much for this video!

@blazefairchild465 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very interesting video Dr.Grande.

@debbailey5446 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your thorough assessments of the subjects you choose, but I particularly enjoy the little "pops" of humor and jabs throughout! THANKYOU

@shiznit9142 2 жыл бұрын

Boy i sure am glad you explained the fact belle gibson isn't mel gibson or i would've been thrown for a loop!

@nikki4534 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. Grande. What do you think of the new Demi Lovato documentary "Dancing with the Devil"? She has made several documentaries now claimimg that NOW she is telling the truth only to make another documentary later telling everyone that she was actualy not telling the truth and that now she is being truthful. Also what are your thoughts on people struggling with addiction being "california sober"? I only recently heard of this term.

@cereneryilmaz6715 3 жыл бұрын

I simply LOVE Dr. Grande and his content 🙌🏻🥰

@betlea8070 3 жыл бұрын

Don't mind admitting I'm a total Stan!

@cereneryilmaz6715 3 жыл бұрын

He is my ultimate role model and I will be starting a Masters Degree on Psychology soon 🥰🙏🏻

@ketocutie2981 3 жыл бұрын

I like the subtle changes you make with your background, Dr. Grande.

@adrianaandrade8809 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dr Grande for another video. ❤

@Jesterjones9073 3 жыл бұрын

Dr G, as always, a great breakdown of this story, thank you for doing it. Living right next door to Aussie (New Zealand) I have followed this case. It was also close to home because after all the cancer claims she then tried to say she had multiple sclerosis, the illness I have. This young lady’s lies and actions have devastated so many lives, to give victims of cancer such unfounded hope is cruel.

@christopherknight921 3 жыл бұрын

Dr Grande is excellent to listen to. Love his insights.

@209_mentality4 3 жыл бұрын

Had not heard of this one! The nerve of some ppl never ceases to amaze me. Great video dr!

@SP-ni3ps 3 жыл бұрын

I wish Dr. Grande had been my professor in college. I learn best when taught in my native language of sarcasm.

@vernongrant3596 3 жыл бұрын

You really should visit Australia . All our dodgy characters are keeping you in a job. Would great to see you do a profile on the Backpacker killer Ivan Milat.

@BenState 3 жыл бұрын

Chopper Reed anyone?

@vernongrant3596 3 жыл бұрын

@@BenState I have already asked him to do "Chopper" Roger Rogerson would be another good one.

@BenState 3 жыл бұрын

@@vernongrant3596 Postcard Bandit?

@kerrytaylor1795 3 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see him deconstruct Christopher Skase or Schapelle Corby

@vernongrant3596 3 жыл бұрын

@@kerrytaylor1795 Alan Bond??

@stephencolwell6288 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. Grande plz do Harriet Tubman. I was fascinated with her as a kid, and growing up. I even did my paper on her senior year. I'm so excited for the new show Underground Railroad coming out Apr. 20th...Thx

@yvonneocasio46 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ve been wanting an analysis of her!

@dlloydy5356 3 жыл бұрын

Really interesting subject here. Your knowledge is incredible Dr G!

@spookyoctober 3 жыл бұрын

Was relieved to see that there weren't distasteful jokes thrown in this, especially on such a sensitive topic. Good video.

@kristn6513 3 жыл бұрын

Died briefly....hilarious!! Philanthropy light! On fire, Dr.

@KarleeM76 2 жыл бұрын

As from someone from Melbourne, Australia, it makes me extremely happy you said it correctly!! Thank you

@kagey03 3 жыл бұрын

Another excellent analysis! My favorite KZfaq channel! 😁

@ladyteeeee670 3 жыл бұрын

When someone says Melbourne correctly it makes me happy

@rullmourn1142 3 жыл бұрын

She should have done jail time. Australia's criminal [justice] system never fails to insult the victims of crime with their wimpy sentences of criminals.

@theunforgiven2885 2 жыл бұрын

This is your calling😉 Educating through your videos and I'm fascinated by the knowledge you hold and share with us ❤️Thankx again Dr.

@tammyjohnson7401 3 жыл бұрын

When people fake and receive monetary gain, makes people suspect even for the real claims and to donate.

@manoftheworld1000 3 жыл бұрын

Best sentence: _"Let me guess, you didn't die!"_ LOL!

@isabellaleifsdottir 2 жыл бұрын

This story is so crazy! The 60 minutes show made me both want to laugh and cry

@jessicaleser8822 3 жыл бұрын

yessss....i watched the 20/20 Australia with her interview on it last year...love that you are talking about her issues.

@christinley5213 3 жыл бұрын

I always learn something new from ya!! Thx doc.. awesome as usual!:)

@kayzbluegenes 3 жыл бұрын

Comments would not be complete without acknowledging your shirt... your drip is fire! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@DodongoManoof 3 жыл бұрын

A new Dr. Grande video!! HOYO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOOOOOO!!

@sandratherrien5388 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you again for a great video Dr.Grande! On another note blue looks great on you!

@1happypiranha 3 жыл бұрын

I really like your new setup-love the cactus plants! 🌵

@MsRosiecat 3 жыл бұрын

I remember watching the 60 minutes Australian show. I couldn’t believe what I was watching. I had this over whelming desire to give her a good slap. I’m interested in your analysis of her & I wonder if she help herself?? I’d say yes she does not having empathy (is that the right word?) for her victims. Yet if she’s just looking to scam people, does she just switch that off??!! I noticed she blames everyone else to save her own skin. She’s either unable or chooses not to accept blame. I’m trying to look at from a behavioural point of view, which was an area I worked in. Yet I think of the harm she’s caused people, my brother had cancer & she’s the sort of person that would’ve listened to her . Especially as he lived in Sydney. I don’t see her stopping her scams but I hope I’m wrong.

@alannamarohnic4722 3 жыл бұрын

We in Croatia drink raw milk regularly. In fact, you can buy it at kiosks and no one dies. Just an interesting tidbit of information.

@bluecollarlit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information, I did not know this.

@drawitout 3 жыл бұрын

Ooh! Thank you for doing my requested video! 😍😍😍 Edit: You also provided great insight into this! I thought I had a good sense of why she did this, but my conclusion is different now.

@viktormedina4631 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. Grande, this is sickening. I do not even know how to express myself adequately with this subject, having seen my 5 year old little man battle against that hellacious disease for 2 and a half years and, also, my mother at the same time. A person that fakes something like this definitely has no sense of humanity, compassion, etc, etc, etc. I will not go on because I am tempted to use not pretty words when it comes to this subject, specially in this kind of way. Sickening! Nonetheless, you are always a voice of reason, peace, knowledge and always hope by the way you share your videos with us. I am not a believer, but if god exists, may he bless you. Thanks as always for being there everyday! Excellent as always, Dr Grande!

@itsmackenzie 3 жыл бұрын

I died during childbirth and obviously I'm still here, so it can happen. I credit the doctors and nurses that brought me back and saved my life.

@itsmackenzie 3 жыл бұрын

@@crochunter35 I wish. Nobody was waiting for me, or maybe I didn't make far enough. I did float out of my Body several times

@roseaduke8835 3 жыл бұрын

Having an out-of-body experience can be considered a near-death experience but it isn't death, otherwise you won't be here now. No doctor or nurse can bring anyone back from death but can prevent a wasteful death with timely & appropriate actions. I think that's where the sarcasm comes in & is applied when the term "death" is used instead of "out-of-body experience ". Death is final.

@rayross997 3 жыл бұрын

Please cover the Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle Virginia Rappe assault case. Thanks Dr. Grande.

@rachelv9408 3 жыл бұрын

Another intriguing and informative video, thank you Dr. Grande! Could you possibly consider making a video about Amanda Knox? Love your channel, it’s quickly become one of my favorites.

@rodeo9837 2 жыл бұрын

So much more informative than the other interview with 60 Mins Australia with her. Thanks for this video!

@maric820 3 жыл бұрын

Philanthropy lite 😂😂😂I love this guy 😂

@natekeyes2297 3 жыл бұрын

I am struck by the part of the story where she said a guy came to her house with a box with lights on it and diagnosed her with cancer. How could anyone doubt that story?

@rosemarymills1671 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. G., no matter how serious the subject matter, some of your comments have me slappin'-my-knee! You have a very clever way of expressing yourself in a monotone, but candidly. Great!