In an era where digital connections blur the lines between real and fake, even beloved artists like Tegan & Sara aren’t immune to deception. Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara offers an eye-opening look at the disturbing reality of catfishing, focusing on a scam that impacted the indie-pop duo and their fans. The film delves into how an imposter used social media to pose as Tegan, deceiving fans and even close friends. Beyond the personal toll, the documentary sheds light on the complexities of online trust and the lasting effects of manipulation.
Here are three things we learned from the documentary:
1. Tegan Quin’s identity was stolen in 2011, sparking years of deception
In 2011, Tegan discovered her email had been hacked, exposing a trove of personal information. It was later revealed that the hacker had been impersonating Tegan online since at least 2008, using platforms like LiveJournal to convince fans they were in real friendships—or even romantic relationships—with the musician.
The deception …