Influencer and rapper Lil Tay has stirred up the internet by announcing she's in the hospital with a life-threatening condition, a year after her account spread fake death news.
- Sep 13, 2024
AceShowbiz - On Wednesday, Lil Tay's X account posted a series of messages expressing concern for her well-being. "We have devastating news regarding Tay," one post read. "Please pray for Tay" who is "dealing with a life-threatening emergency." On Thursday, the account added that "Tay is currently in the ICU in serious condition."
An update later announced Tay's diagnosis. "We have devastating news regarding tay," her team wrote. "She was diagnosed with a heart tumor. … Please continue to pray for Tay."
A representative for Lil Tay confirmed to DailyMail.com that the health crisis is not a hoax and is unrelated to last year's incident when her Instagram account falsely announced her and her brother's deaths. Lil Tay's father was later accused of orchestrating the death hoax and of abuse, which he denied.
Fans have expressed concern for the 17-year-old star, with many sending well wishes. However, some users are skeptical, accusing her of faking the health emergency for publicity.
Her account has responded by slamming those who doubt the situation, "Something is indeed wrong with Tay. Last time, it was her absentee father who hacked into her accounts and faked her death. However, this time, she is in the ICU."
Lil Tay's experience highlights the complexities of social media and the potential for misinformation to spread online. It also raises questions about the ethics of using personal health issues for attention or financial gain.
