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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.
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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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No, Clint Eastwood Isn't Dead

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 18, 2023 (Updated: Oct. 19, 2023) The false rumor circulated in October 2023. We’ve previously fact-checked other death hoaxes abo ...
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Willow Smith 'Bashes' Jada Pinkett Smith for 'Humiliating' Will Smith?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 18, 2023 We've also fact-checked other false celebrity gossip rumors about Pinkett Smith and Will Smith.
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Two people in mouse costumes are standing in a room. The person on the left has their hands on their hips and is wearing a male costume: a silver shirt with a black button down, blue pants, and silver shoes. The person on the right is wearing a female costume: white dress with a blue sash tied aorund its waist, silver shoes, black tights, and a white ribbon.

Are Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Getting a Divorce?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 17, 2023 "No no no why not Mickey and Minnie," one person commented on a TikTok post about the claim.
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Michelle Obama Isn't a Trans Woman. Here's Why Some People Believe Otherwise

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 17, 2023 Since the early days of the Obamas' career in politics, we've received numerous inquires to inve ...
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Will Smith Filed for Divorce from Jada Pinkett Smith After She Admitted She Loved Tupac More?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 16, 2023 The video was posted after Pinkett Smith revealed in an NBC interview in October 2023 that she a ...
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'Taylor Swift Eras Ride' Coming to Disney World?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 13, 2023 "Taylor Swift is the most searched person in the world right now," a Mouse Trap News article said.
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Whoopi Goldberg Sues Gordon Ramsay for Throwing Her Out of His Restaurant?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 12, 2023 "Great job Gordon," one Facebook user commented.
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Ricky Gervais Exposed Tom Hanks' 'Disappointment' Over Gervais 'Exposing Hollywood Elites'?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 12, 2023 We had to read the title of the YouTube video more than once to comprehend the claim.
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NFL Ended Partnership With Bud Light, Banned Products From League Proceedings 'For Life'?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 12, 2023 "As it should be," one person wrote.
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Is This a Real Video of Israeli Flag Displayed on the Las Vegas Sphere?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 12, 2023 The picture circulated in the wake of Hamas' surprise attack on Israel in October 2023.
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Did Patriots Coach Bill Belichick Suspend Team Captain for Anthem Kneeling?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 11, 2023 Some Facebook users are saying the alleged suspension was a good move.
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'Maui's Tattoo Shop' Coming to Disney's Magic Kingdom?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 11, 2023 "Disney is always looking for fun and new ways to appeal to their customers," a Mouse Trap News ...
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'Mean Girls' Stars Reunited for Sequel 'Mean Moms'?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 11, 2023 “It’s really HAPPENING!,” a Facebook post claimed on Oct. 7, 2023.
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Video Shows 'Crisis Actors' in Israel After Hamas Attacks?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 10, 2023 The claim spread following attacks launched by Hamas on Israel in October 2023.
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Oliver Anthony Files 'Slander Suit' Against Singer Maren Morris?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 9, 2023 The claim spread after The New York Times posted a podcast episode on Oct. 4, 2023, that feature ...
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Grand Jury 'Confirmed' Sean Combs Was Involved in Tupac Shakur's Murder?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 6, 2023 We've previously fact-checked other claims from a purported celebrity gossip YouTube channel abo ...
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Bruce Willis' Wife Shares 'Final Update' About His Dementia Diagnosis?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 6, 2023 The video was posted after Emma Heming Willis, Willis’ wife, appeared on the "Today" show to dis ...
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NFL Coaches Unanimously Vote To Ban Anthem Kneeling Permanently?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 3, 2023 Upon hearing this report, many social media users commented that it was about time such a policy ...
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Sean Combs 'Losing It' After Tupac Shakur's Alleged Murderer Threatens To 'Rat Him Out'?

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Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct. 2, 2023 A video was posted after news broke that Duane “Keffe D” Davis had been arrested in connection w ...
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