TMZ.com spot about LG15

[socalgardengirl]

I actually saw this mentioned in the "Should I go" thread and thought I'd post it here (originally posted by Frostbyte72). Most interesting quote is about the "confession" by the creators..."But the story that's been told so far isn't the real deal -- and TMZ knows it. Normally we tell you everything -- but because of source confidentiality we can't this time. It's a much more intriguing and hilarious tale than anyone knows. When we can, we'll spill it."


Lonelygirl15 Ain't So Lonely Anymore
Posted Sep 9th 2006 11:00AM by TMZ Staff
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started, Features

So the latest on YouTube starlet Lonelygirl15, if this morning's reports are to be believed, is that a "pair of filmmakers" has copped to helping start the Internet phenomenon.

But the story that's been told so far isn't the real deal -- and TMZ knows it. Normally we tell you everything -- but because of source confidentiality we can't this time. It's a much more intriguing and hilarious tale than anyone knows. When we can, we'll spill it.

The identity of video blogger known as Lonelygirl15-who captivated audiences all summer on her website and YouTube with her videos about her adolescence in a small town, living with religious parents-still isn't known, but, according to this morning's LA Times, that mystery is a little closer to being solved. The Times reports that a duo of filmmakers has come forward to admit that they are behind the Lonelygirl15 phenomenon, and that it's part of "a website centered around video and interactivity" that they are building. So this might mean that Lonelygirl15 might become a whole lot more famous than she is already-if they'll ever tell us who she is.

[slacker]

I am glad that there is doubt being cast on the "Creator" message. They posted vitually anonymously, with only the backing of Bukanator to validate them. This is not enough, as anyone who came to Alissa's board knows that Buka is not ranked high in trustworthiness to our group of sleuths.

I think we all need to sit tight and wait until something definitive comes out before we jump on any bandwagons.

[lgsleuth]

slacker said:

I think we all need to sit tight and wait until something definitive comes out before we jump on any bandwagons.

I agree. I do hope that when this information does come out it will be done a little more tact. Maybe an Extra Television Segment or via professional PR.

[beingbored]

I'm hoping they'll do it in the form of an interview or "Yeah, ok, you got us" post on youtube. Unfortunately, I doubt it'll happen anytime soon until people who have met them start opening their mouths.

lgsleuth...cool name

[brandoblues]

TMZ seems to be a bandwagon unto themselves... alot of scoops lately, but when they cant get this one they pretend they do maybe?

intriguing im sure, but hilarious..

its hilarious they respect source confidentiality

[wixy15]

Well if TMZ are to be believed then it definatley sounds like the producers of LG15 have covered everybase to ensure no information is leaked.