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Looks like this is a fake video....
FAKE Viral Video of Homeless Man Feeding Others
Lin then confronts Thomas, telling him his actions with the money astounded him. The filmmaker gives Thomas an extra $100, and wishes him well.
Lin also launched an Indiegogo fundraising page for the man, called “Help Thomas to Get a Fresh Start!” which had collected nearly $134,000, with 20 days remaining in the campaign.
Now, Thomas’ brother has confirmed that the video, which had been viewed 29 million times as of Thursday afternoon, was staged.
Kevin Nickel, identified by CBS2 as Thomas’ brother, told the outlet that his brother is really homeless, but that the video was a fake. He said his brother’s real name is Kenny Nickel, and that he in fact does have some money, as he is owed $150,000 from his parents’ estate.
“He’s sitting on money,” Nickel told CBS2. “But this is a scam. This money needs to go to people who really need it.”
FAKE Viral Video of Homeless Man Feeding Others
Lin then confronts Thomas, telling him his actions with the money astounded him. The filmmaker gives Thomas an extra $100, and wishes him well.
Lin also launched an Indiegogo fundraising page for the man, called “Help Thomas to Get a Fresh Start!” which had collected nearly $134,000, with 20 days remaining in the campaign.
Now, Thomas’ brother has confirmed that the video, which had been viewed 29 million times as of Thursday afternoon, was staged.
Kevin Nickel, identified by CBS2 as Thomas’ brother, told the outlet that his brother is really homeless, but that the video was a fake. He said his brother’s real name is Kenny Nickel, and that he in fact does have some money, as he is owed $150,000 from his parents’ estate.
“He’s sitting on money,” Nickel told CBS2. “But this is a scam. This money needs to go to people who really need it.”
