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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

Izz Scott LaMagdeleine is the web producer/production editor for Snopes. They were first hired as a fact-checker, and previously worked in audience engagement at publications like CalMatters, The Texas Tribune, and PolitiFact. Their explainer on gender-affirming care was a finalist for an award by the Institute of Nonprofit News, as part of the Tribune’s package “Gender Affirming Care in Texas.” The explainer was also cited as a source on Wikipedia. Izz is a proud member of the Trans Journalists Association, Online News Association, and Ida B. Wells Society. In addition to their work at Snopes, they love Studio Ghibli movies, singing along to Carly Rae Jepsen bops, and soup.
Two men wearing red helmets, jerseys, and socks, with white pants run forward. The one on the left is wearing a jersey that says 15, while the person on the right is wearing a jersey that says 87. Several people stand behind them.

Did Kansas City Chiefs Refuse To Kneel During Anthem, Following Travis Kelce's Lead?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 13, 2023 "Bless your hearts," one Facebook user commented.
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Three white men stand in a room with pink lighting. They hold microphones. At the top of the screen, it says, "the BEE GEES grandkids."

Does This Video Show the Bee Gees' Grandchildren Singing 'How Deep Is Your Love'?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 13, 2023 Ky Baldwin has posted videos of his covers of various songs for years, often using a cloning vis ...
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A black-and-white photo shows a massive camera, with many people surrounding it. At the bottom of the photo, it says, "World's First Camera."

Does This Image Show the World's First Camera?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 12, 2023 We found the claim on several different social media platforms, including Facebook, X (previousl ...
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People stand in an street. On the ground is a fire.

Does This Video Show a Film Crew Staging Footage in Gaza?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 10, 2023 “Oh God, have mercy on us,” the caption said for one Instagram post that spread the claim.
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Viral Videos Spread Unfounded Claims About Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's Relationship

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 8, 2023 Videos that spread the claims had millions of views across TikTok and YouTube.
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A large crowd of people walk towards the camera. A castle is lit up in blue behind them. On either side of the crowd are houses with lights strung up on them.

Is Disney World Shutting Down, as TikTok Video Claims?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 6, 2023 "Oh my goodness y’all, this is the end," the TikTok video said.
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Are the Lyrics to 'I'll Be Home for Christmas' an Example of the Mandela Effect?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 5, 2023 A post about lyrics in the Christmas classic went viral on TikTok in late October 2023.
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A white woman appears worried. Next to her on the bottom of the screen, the image says, "It is not acceptable." An image next to her and above the words shows two images, one of a white man and the other of the same white woman. A yellow arrow points from the man to the woman, who appears distraught.

Celebrity Gossip Videos Spread False Claims After Matthew Perry's Death

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov. 1, 2023 Videos that spread the false information had millions of views across TikTok and YouTube.
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Was Colin Kaepernick Fired from His 1st Coaching Job?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 30, 2023 “The kids couldn’t stand him,” a website reported after claiming that Kaepernick had embarked on ...
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This Video of 'Friends' Cast Reacting to Matthew Perry's Death Is Bogus

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 30, 2023 The video was posted hours after Perry was found dead at his Los Angeles home on Oct. 28, 2023.
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Did Justin Timberlake Respond to 'Blaccent and Culture Vulture Allegations' from Britney Spears?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 30, 2023 The claim spread after Spears’ memoir, “The Woman In Me,” was released on Oct. 24, 2023.
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Did Coretta Scott King Babysit John Lithgow When He Was a Child?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 29, 2023 (Updated: Nov. 3, 2023) In 1945, Coretta Scott King moved to Yellow Springs, Ohio — the same small town that John Lithgo ...
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A white woman runs with a ball in front of her on a soccer field. Behind her run several other people. There are people sitting on the stands watching the match.

Has Megan Rapinoe Been Banned From Future Olympics?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 26, 2023 An article claimed the International Olympic Committee banned the former U.S. Women's national t ...
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Three planes are on a large ship. People are also on the ship, with many gathered towards the left side of the boat.

Does Video Show Turkey Moving a Warship Toward Gaza To Defend Palestinians?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 25, 2023 The claim spread as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Oct. 25, 2023, that Hamas was ...
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A white woman wearing a white dress stands next to a Black person wearing a blue dress. They are standing outside in the snow. Trees surround them, and you can see a cabin on the left side of the screen.

Elsa Will Marry a Woman in 'Frozen 3'?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 24, 2023 We've previously fact-checked claims that Elsa would marry a woman in the "Frozen" movies.
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Rachel Zegler 'Raged' After Being 'Roasted' by Daily Wire's 'Snow White' Remake?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 24, 2023 Zegler stars in Disney's live-action adaptation of its classic animated feature "Snow White."
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Lia Thomas Decides To Swim with Men's Team After Facing 'Extreme Criticism'?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 23, 2023 "Good luck," several people commented.
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A long black gun is displayed in a case. Shelves full of gun equipment surround the case.

Did a Republican Lawmaker Accidentally Shoot His Wife While Taking Christmas Pic With AR-15s?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 23, 2023 According to the rumor, the politician shot his wife in the foot while posing with guns for thei ...
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Broncos Coach Sean Payton Fired Two Players for Refusing to Stand for U.S. National Anthem?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 20, 2023 "Great job coach," several people commented.
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Riley Gaines Wins $10M 'Defamation Lawsuit' Against Whoopi Goldberg?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 19, 2023 We've previously fact-checked other satirical reports that have connected Gaines and Goldberg.
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