Fake Celebrity Twitter Accounts Photoshopping Verified Check Marks Into Profile Photos

 

Hey, Twitter: might want to look into this one.

Two fake Twitter accounts for former Gossip Girl star Blake Lively have each garnered tens of thousands of fans – perhaps thanks to the fact that each of them have a much-coveted verification check mark.

But, uh – both are fake, photoshopped into the account’s cover photo.

Here’s @ItsMeBlakeL:

 

Here’s @iam_blakelively:

 

Here’s what an actual Twitter verification check mark looks like:

 

Much brighter, and generally less photoshopped-looking.

Have you seen any other photoshopped verification marks on Twitter? Share in the comments!

(Image via Shutterstock)

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Subscribe today!

To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber

View Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in