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One of many photos of Janessa Brazil (left) that took on a life of their own on the internet.
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Almost every day Vanessa receives messages from men who believe she is in a relationship with them. Some even claim to have married her. They are angry, confused or want a refund of the money they transferred to her. But Vanessa does not know them and has not received a penny from them. The explanation: Vanessa’s photos and professional alter ego – Janessa Brazil – have been abused by scammers for over fifteen years.
