The BBC invested significant time and effort trying to secure an interview with Logan Paul regarding his cryptocurrency activities. However, instead of appearing himself, Paul sent someone who looked like him.
In an investigation released earlier today, the BBC reports having uncovered evidence indicating that Paul might have misled his fans by promoting cryptocurrency investments without revealing his financial stake in them.
Moreover, Paul is currently embroiled in a multi-million dollar lawsuit related to a crypto venture named CryptoZoo. He firmly denies any misconduct.
As part of their exploration into these scam allegations, the BBC released a documentary titled “Logan Paul: Bad Influence?” featuring journalist Matt Shea who delves into Paul’s cryptocurrency activities.
In a particular segment shared on social media, the documentary shows the BBC’s attempt to interview Paul, which was interrupted by a lookalike and a group of demonstrators.
After extensive efforts to secure an interview, the BBC notes that Paul finally agreed to meet them at the Puerto Rican boxing gym he co-owns with his brother, Jake Paul.
Unexpectedly, instead of attending himself, Paul sent his viral lookalike, Rodney Petersen.
@bbcthree “Rather than defend himself against the allegations we’ve been investigating, Logan (Paul) decided to troll us.” Logan Paul is one of the biggest influencers in the world, but he has faced criticism for his role in promoting various cryptocurrency projects. Matt Shea investigates the allegations against him and the power of his influence Watch #LoganPaulBadInfluence? now on #iPlayer
In the footage captured by the BBC, Shea expresses surprise upon Petersen’s arrival, commenting, “I have to say the real Logan Paul looks very different.”
Petersen responds, “Did you come all the way over here to ask about how I look?”
When Shea inquires, “Is Logan coming?,” Petersen replies, “I’m right here bud.”
Petersen adds, “You came all the way to Puerto Rico from England. This is your interview, what you got?”
The interaction with the lookalike is then disrupted by a group using megaphones, chanting: “BBC is vile. They hire pedophiles.”
This chant appears to allude to criticisms directed at the BBC following revelations about former host Jimmy Savile’s offenses and allegations against news presenter Huw Edwards.
The video ends with the BBC noting, “Rather than defend himself against the allegations we’ve been investigating, Logan decided to troll us.”
Furthermore, the BBC reports that they received a correspondence from Paul’s legal team shortly after departing the gym, cautioning them against publishing their findings.