Is Candace Owens Dead? Inside a Wild Death Hoax Sparked by Controversial Influencer Lilly Gaddis

Candace Owens became the centre of a bizarre online storm after a shocking post falsely claimed she had died. The rumour spread fast across social media, leaving many followers confused and scrambling for answers.

The chaos started with a now-deleted post linked to controversial influencer Lilly Gaddis. Within minutes, screenshots were everywhere, turning what appeared to be a single post into a full-blown viral controversy.

Deleted Viral Post That Sparked the Rumour

Gaddis sparked the rumour after allegedly sharing a post claiming Candace Owens had died.

In the now-deleted post, Gaddis wrote that Owens' family had contacted her to deliver the news. 'It is with deep sadness and sorrow that I am sharing the passing of my long time friend and fellow political commentator, Candace,' the post read.

She also fuelled speculation by suggesting Owens' death may not have been accidental. She added: 'There are circumstances surrounding Candace's death, especially after Charlie's passing, that raise serious questions, and I hope the full truth comes to light.'

The influencer said she would not share further details out of respect for Owens' family and told followers to 'stay posted.'

The post was quickly deleted, but not before screenshots began circulating online.

Lilly Gaddis and Her Online Reputation

Lilly Gaddis is an American social media personality, who once described herself as a 'trad wife,' and became widely known in 2024 after a viral video sparked major backlash online.

In the clip, which she filmed in her kitchen, Gaddis used a racist slur and made additional inflammatory remarks referencing 'dumb whores,' 'immigrants fresh off the boat looking for a green card,' and 'gold diggers.' The video quickly circulated across social media platforms, gaining millions of views before TikTok suspended her account.

Following the controversy, Gaddis leaned further into an inflammatory online persona, building a following on X by posting provocative commentary on politics, race, culture and gender issues. Supporters view her as outspoken and unapologetic, while critics accuse her of promoting divisive rhetoric and deliberately courting outrage for attention.

Is Candace Owens Actually Dead?

No, Candace Owens is not dead.

After the post went viral, Gaddis shared a screenshot of the deleted post and claimed she did not publish it herself. She suggested that her account may have been hacked, adding another twist to the already confusing situation.

Owens eventually addressed the rumours herself and made it clear that she was very much alive. She wrote: 'Thank you all for the messages of concern but I am not dead.'

Owens then added a typically sharp and controversial follow-up, saying: 'If I were, it would be entirely appropriate for you to have blamed Israel.'

Her response quickly gained attention and put an end to the death hoax.

Users' Reactions Flood Social Platforms

As expected, social media wasted no time weighing in.

Some users openly doubted Gaddis' explanation, questioning how a hacked post could be deleted so quickly. One user wrote: '[That's] odd for someone to immediately delete it if hacked.' Another comment read: 'You posted it, we all saw it, then you deleted it fast.'

Others were more cautious, suggesting that hacking was still possible. One user said it is 'effortless for a hacker or Twitter insider to post as you,' though they admitted the situation still felt suspicious.

The reactions reflected a mix of scepticism, confusion, and frustration as the rumour continued to spread.

Why Owens Keeps Stirring Controversy

Candace Owens is one of the most widely discussed political commentators online.

She is known for her outspoken views, blunt delivery, and polarising takes on major political and cultural issues. While she has built a loyal audience, she has also faced criticism for many of her statements and public positions.

The latest death hoax is yet another example of how quickly misinformation can spread online. In a short time, a deleted post triggered widespread confusion and speculation.

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