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Big Brother Star Yanki Goldhaber Clarifies He Was Victim of Online Scam, Not Physical Assault

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By אפרת קרסנר

First reported by Srugim · Jul 26, 2026

What happened

Yanki Goldhaber, a Big Brother star, clarified on Instagram that he was not physically assaulted but was a victim of online fraud and blackmail involving intimate conversations. He thanked supporters and warned young people to be cautious online and to speak out if victimized.

01Yanki Goldhaber denied rumors of physical assault, confirming he was scammed and blackmailed online.
02He engaged in intimate chats with a fake female profile that turned threatening, demanding money.
03Goldhaber thanked supporters and stressed the importance of clarifying the truth.
04He warned youth to be wary of online profiles offering affection and to avoid falling victim.
05He urged victims of similar scams to speak openly and seek support.
06Goldhaber used his platform to raise awareness about online fraud and emotional manipulation.

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