Amanda C. Riley, a California woman, pretended to have Hodgkin's lymphoma by documenting a fictitious illness on her blog, which garnered her over $100,000 from unsuspecting supporters. Her fraudulent activities were uncovered, leading to a guilty plea for wire fraud and a five-year prison sentence. The recent podcast, "Scamanda," and an ABC docuseries explore her deceptive actions and their repercussions. While her family assisted in her scheme, it remains unclear who knew the truth behind her claims. Riley is currently incarcerated and set to be released in October 2026.
Amanda C. Riley's story of faking cancer to defraud over $100,000 from supporters has captivated audiences through a popular podcast and docuseries.
Her fraudulent activity was revealed when she was found guilty of wire fraud, leading to a five-year prison sentence and restitution ordered to victims.
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