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Wellness blogger Belle Gibson lied about having cancer. Years later, Australia is still chasing her

  • Belle Gibson falsely claimed to have cancer for over five years while promoting natural healing on social media, leading to significant fame and the launch of a wellness app.
  • The Federal Court in Melbourne fined Gibson 410,000 Australian dollars for misleading conduct and failing to donate proceeds to charity, as found by Justice Debra Mortimer.
  • Gibson's story has renewed outrage in Australia about the unresolved issue of her unpaid fines, attracting criticism from various individuals, including Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan.
  • Authorities are still pursuing Gibson for debt recovery, highlighting the impact of her actions on public trust in health claims shared on social media.
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
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