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“I Don’t Now What George Kambosos You Spoke With…”: Hours After Fans’ Claim, Kambosos Jr Debunks Telephone Call Rumors With a Hilarious Response

Published 11/07/2023, 4:16 PM EST

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In the ever-connected world of social media, impersonation can take an unexpected turn, as evidenced by the recent incident involving renowned boxer George Kambosos Jr. A rumor began circulating about a leaked telephone number, allegedly belonging to Kambosos. However, the Australian boxing champ quickly took to Twitter to debunk the speculations. He warned his fans that the information was false.

Kambosos recently became the victim of mistaken identity. The pugilist himself later gave the fan, claiming to have spoken to him for half an hour, a serious reality check. In a straightforward and humorous tweet, ‘Ferocious’ set the record straight, expressing his disbelief at the situation.

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The Australian native, in disbelief over the mistaken identity and impersonation, took to Twitter to divulge his thoughts and warn his fanbase. “Mate, I don’t know what George Kambosos you spoke with, but it wasn’t me,” he mused, addressing the situation with a touch of humor. He acknowledged the kind words the user had used to describe his supposed conversation with the boxing champ, remarking, “Thanks for the nice words, the imposter must’ve had some good things to say. Hopefully, he had an Aussie accent.”

Kambosos’ response not only showcased his sense of humor but also highlighted the absurdity of the situation. He went on to express his sympathy for the unsuspecting individual whose number had been leaked, noting, “Feel sorry for whoever’s number that is though; it’s going to be ringing hot today.”

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When you become a celebrity, mistaken identity becomes quite a common part of your life. In most cases, it’s taken as a symbol that you have “made it.” Recently, stars have been freely sharing phone numbers on Instagram, allowing fans to reach out to them directly. However, there’s a twist to this seemingly personal gesture.

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Things can quickly go awry, as there is a rampant surge of phone number spoofing. That being said, some celebrities do give out their personal numbers. Certain celebrities, like The Jonas Brothers and Ellen DeGeneres, give out their numbers as a means of staying connected with their fans through a platform called Community. This platform helps them stay connected through a separate phone line. In Addition, they can discreetly and safely interact with their fans, including calls and texts, as reported by The New York Post.

The incident with Kambosos, however, sheds light on the challenges faced by public figures in the digital age. Misinformation and impersonation can spread like wildfire. Kambosos’ quick response not only reassured his fans. It also showcased his ability to handle such situations with grace and wit.

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This incident serves as a reminder for everyone to be vigilant online and to verify information before jumping to conclusions. Furthermore, it is always best to cross-check and fact-check before attempting to ring unknown numbers. It is a crazy time we live in folks, stay safe!

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Simona Isha Pereira is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports. With a background in content creation, Simona thrives on the raw energy and riveting pre-game drama as much as the bouts themselves. One of Simona's defining moments in boxing occurred during the "Terence vs.
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