In a recent turn of events, Tucker Carlson fell victim to a clever prank orchestrated by popular social media prankster Joshua Pieters. Pieters, along with his partner Archie Manners, posed as Kate Middleton’s photo editor in an elaborate hoax that managed to fool Tucker Carlson’s team for a brief period.
Pieters sent an email to Tucker’s team claiming to be the photo editor behind the viral photo of Kate Middleton and her children. The team fell for the ruse and engaged in communication with Pieters, leading to an interview with the supposed photo editor named “George,” who was actually Archie Manners.
During the interview, Archie was asked for proof of employment and the edited photo. Pieters used Photoshop to create fake documentation, including absurd clauses in the employment contract to test the team’s scrutiny. Despite these red flags, the duo successfully recorded an interview with Tucker Carlson himself.
The Revelation
After the interview was conducted, Tucker’s team realized that Archie Manners was a well-known prankster and decided not to air the segment. While the team had doubts about the authenticity of the story from the beginning, they proceeded with the interview as they continued to investigate the claims.
This incident serves as a valuable lesson in journalism, highlighting the importance of verifying sources and information before airing a story. While Tucker Carlson’s team ultimately did not broadcast the interview, they took the necessary steps to validate the claims made by Pieters and Manners.
This hoax demonstrated how easily individuals can be deceived, even in the realm of journalism. While the prank may have caused some embarrassment, it serves as a reminder to exercise caution and diligence when presented with sensational claims. The incident may have been a “good prank,” but it also serves as a cautionary tale for all involved.
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