When Celebrities Say ‘I’m Not Involved’: Legal, PR, and Community Fallout from Misattributed Fundraisers
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When Celebrities Say ‘I’m Not Involved’: Legal, PR, and Community Fallout from Misattributed Fundraisers

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2026-02-13
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How celebrities and publishers can stop misattributed fundraisers—legal exposure, PR triage, refunds, and a 72-hour action plan for 2026.

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