'People are so jobless': Internet aghast as Eminem's Wikipedia death hoax gets debunked online

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: News of Eminem’s demise sent shockwaves across social media platforms today, with widespread reports claiming the rapper had passed away in Madison, Wisconsin, on December 10th, 2023.

However, this turned out to be a meticulously crafted hoax that fooled many and sparked a wave of confusion and anger among fans worldwide.

Eminem's Wikipedia death hoax 

Marshall Bruce Mathers III, famously known as Eminem, born on October 17th, 1972, emerged as a pivotal figure in American rap, carving his place in music history.

Beyond his musical prowess, his career has been marred by controversies, from accusations of homophobia to allegations of plagiarism, consistently keeping him in the spotlight.

The hoax appears to have originated on Wikipedia where an unknown editor added Eminem's supposed death date and location. This false information was then reflected across search engines and shared rapidly on social media platforms.

Eminem himself has yet to comment publicly on the incident. But as word spread of the falsity, outrage ensued online over this type of blatant misinformation.

This isn’t the first instance of Eminem being the subject of a death hoax. Conspiracy theories have previously circulated, suggesting his alleged demise in 2006 and claiming the current Eminem to be a cloned version of the original 'Slim Shady,' according to Indy100.

Earlier this year, in August, a similar false report led to the trending hashtag #RIPEminem, amplifying the confusion and distress among fans, as per The Sun.

Internet aghast over Eminem Wikipedia death hoax

Enraged netizens directed their fury at the individual behind the falsified Wikipedia entry, igniting a wave of intense reactions across the digital realm.

One X user demanded, "People who do this need to be locked up or fined." Meanwhile, another user sharply remarked, "Some people are don’t have lives outside of the internet, they are not loved in real life and it shows."

A third user expressed dismay, stating, "Too much hate in the system." Adding to the outcry, a user lamented, "People are so jobless man."

Amidst the torrent of outrage, another user emphasized the emotional toll, stating, "You have to be beyond miserable to take time out of your day to do this."

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