Former New York congressman George Santos, a figure known for his controversial political career, has made an unexpected entrance into the world of Cameo, a platform where celebrities and public figures offer personalized video messages to the public. Santos, who identifies as gay, recently faced expulsion from the U.S. House of Representatives and is now charging $200 per video on the platform. His journey into Cameo follows a turbulent political career marked by allegations and ethical concerns.
One of Santos’ Cameo messages garnered attention as it was directed at Democratic Nebraska State Senator Megan Hunt, who later shared it on social media. In the video, Santos offered words of encouragement, saying, “If you believe in what you stand for, and if you fight for what you do, and you stand by those convictions, screw the haters.” Despite his tumultuous political history, Santos encouraged Hunt to stay true to herself and not be swayed by criticism.
Senator Hunt, who is bisexual, received the Cameo message as a surprise gift from a friend and hairdresser. She shared her thoughts on the message, indicating a light-hearted and somewhat incredulous response. While she expressed doubts about Santos’ awareness of her political identity or work, she also pointed out his reputation as a controversial figure, calling him “a great scammer.”
As George Santos embarks on this new venture on Cameo, it remains to be seen how it will impact public perception and his future. Santos currently faces a 23-count federal indictment, with a court appearance scheduled for next fall. His unexpected foray into the world of personalized video messages adds another layer to his controversial journey in the public eye.