Carlee Russell, the woman who lied about being abducted is speaking out after a recent hairstyling dispute sparked public conversation online.
In a statement shared on social media, Russell denied claims that she stole from the stylist involved, calling the implication “a lie.” She also acknowledged her past, taking responsibility for a false 911 call made in July 2023.
“I sought help, received it, and have grown since then,” Russell wrote, emphasizing that taking accountability for her past does not prevent her from discussing what she says happened during the recent appointment. According to Russell, the stylist was aware of the dispute weeks before making public claims. She questioned the timing of the post, particularly because it appeared alongside promotion for the stylist’s hairstyling master class.
Russell also pointed to the recent attention surrounding photos posted by her braid stylist, which she said went viral and led to increased client interest. She suggested that the situation could have been handled differently, saying she would have welcomed the opportunity to share a positive experience if the stylist had addressed her concerns and corrected the installation.
The dispute reportedly involved an installation that Russell said was glued to her scalp and hair, causing pulling and bleeding. However, the details of the appointment and the parties’ claims have not been independently verified.
“I’m done staying silent when people use my past to attack me and attempt to defame my character,” Russell wrote. She added that she has worked hard to grow and would speak up when she believes her story is being misrepresented.
Russell ended her statement with a simple message: “Be Blessed.”