Tinder Swindler Simon Leviev Claims New Opportunities, Denies Wrongdoing
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Simon Leviev, the "Tinder Swindler," claims the Netflix documentary about him has created new income streams, including charging for personalized videos and selling books. He also stated he has slept with over 3,500 women. However, alleged victims and their attorney describe how Leviev allegedly uses the documentary to manipulate women and present his version of events, while a specific case shows funds transferred by an alleged victim being used for a Ferrari for Leviev.
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- Simon Leviev claims the Netflix documentary "The Tinder Swindler" has generated new income opportunities.
- Leviev stated he has slept with over 3,500 women in his life.
- An attorney claims Leviev uses the documentary to manipulate alleged victims.
- One alleged victim's funds were reportedly used to finance a Ferrari for Leviev.
- Leviev denies wrongdoing and claims he was merely an intermediary in some dealings.
Simon Leviev, the subject of the Netflix documentary "The Tinder Swindler," claims the film has opened up new economic opportunities for him, allowing him to profit from his notoriety. In an interview with Daniel Elazar on Kan 11, Leviev stated that people recognize him and request photos, and that he charges $300 for short video greetings. He also claimed to have launched a show and sold over a million copies of his book. Leviev asserted, "I have slept with over 3,500 women in my life."
However, the report also presented claims from women who stated they lost money due to their relationships with him. Attorney Uri Nachmias described how Leviev allegedly uses the documentary in his interactions with women, recounting that at least five victims told him the same story: Leviev watches the film with them, pausing it to present his own version of events. Nachmias suggested that Leviev uses the documentary, which details accusations against him, as part of his self-presentation.
The report highlighted the case of Irene Ternov, who claimed Leviev defrauded her. Her complaint was dismissed due to insufficient evidence. According to findings presented, funds she transferred to car agencies were used to finance a Ferrari for Leviev. A recorded commitment from him related to their dealings was also shown.
Leviev, whose original name is Shimon Yehuda Hayut, countered that his role was limited to connecting parties, stating, "I only advised her and connected her with a car agency. I was merely the intermediary." He added that some matters are being handled in court and that the agreement was not for his benefit. The 2022 Netflix documentary "The Tinder Swindler" detailed accusations from women who met Leviev on dating apps, were convinced he was a wealthy businessman, and subsequently gave him large sums of money based on his representations.