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TikTok star Brittany Miller apologizes for faking cancer - gives shocking explanation for why she did it
Brittany Miller, a popular TikTok influencer with over 3 million followers, recently shared a tearful video on her social media platform, publicly apologizing for faking a cancer diagnosis years ago. The 29-year-old opened up about the incident and explained the mental health struggles that led to her decision. This video comes after a significant backlash from both her followers and the broader public.
Miller admitted that in 2017, she was going through a difficult period in her life. She explained that she was suffering from “extremely bad mental health,” feeling depressed and suicidal, which led her to fabricate a cancer diagnosis. “I did it to keep the people in my life close to me,” she shared. Miller also expressed that she deeply regretted her actions, emphasizing that her intent was never to scam anyone. She clarified that it was not a long-term fraud, but rather a moment of personal confusion and vulnerability.
Apology and personal growth
In the emotional video, Brittany expressed her remorse, saying, “I am so deeply sorry to anyone who I have triggered, for saying what I said.” She acknowledged the pain that faking a cancer diagnosis could have caused others, particularly those who have been affected by the illness. Miller also pointed out that this event happened before she had any significant social media presence, explaining that her actions were not driven by a desire for attention or online followers.
Brittany’s statement was heartfelt as she added, “I know how horrible this disease is, and I am so so sorry. I admitted what I did and I said sorry to the people that I hurt.” She shared that she has since grown mentally well and is working to become the best version of herself. Despite the controversy, she stated, “I forgive myself, because I was mentally ill.” Today, Brittany is proud of her recovery and personal progress.
Legal consequences and career shift
Miller's actions did have legal repercussions. In July 2020, she was convicted of fraud by false representation, receiving a conditional discharge for 12 months.
She was also ordered to pay compensation and cover the costs for the Crown Prosecution Service. However, her criminal record will not show up on basic checks going forward.
Despite her past, Brittany has rebuilt her life and career. She now shares content related to food, home life, and family, with her boyfriend, Ash Griffiths, and their twin sons often appearing in her videos.
Miller has amassed a large following, and she continues to grow her platform, with 3.5 million TikTok followers. As she moves forward, Brittany has shown both remorse for her past mistakes and gratitude for her present life.