While the intense scrutiny of famous individuals may seem glamorous, there are still everyday dangers that they face in life including the theft of their identity. Actually, being in the public eye places celebrities at more risk for becoming a victim of identity theft that affects athletes, musicians, actors, actresses, and even politicians. Whether you are the high-flying Michael Jordan or the talkative Oprah Winfrey, celebrity identity theft is a reality.
When it comes to celebrity identity theft, there are many different ways a thieve gains entrance into the private life of famous individuals. While some steal credit card numbers, others simply hack into cell phones, as seen in the case of Paris Hilton.
Some identity thieves are notorious for finding clever ways on how to manipulate the system in order to create havoc. A recently discovered identity theft ring in the Northeastern Philadelphia used the postal service to illegally reroute celebrity mail by using a change of address form that involved a target list including Jennifer Lopez, Michael Vick, Whitney Houston, Paris Hilton, and Patti LaBelle. It is also believed that one suspect used their ties with...