The Mackenzie Scott Tuttle Scam

My virus-ware saved the day.....

January 12, 2026
The Mackenzie Scott Tuttle Scam:
By Zahava Zelasko, Norwalk, CT.
Note: This article mentions internet scams and identity fraud and may be triggering.
"The Mackenzie Scott Tuttle Scam". Is that even a thing? Or did I make that up? Am I the only one out there??
Today, I received an email saying that I won 1.5 million from Mackenzie Scott Tuttle as part of her charitable giving. At first, I was delighted to read that I had won some money. I quickly googled her name and saw that she is an actual person. She is the former wife of Jeff Bezos. Then I realized that it was scam.
In truth, my gut from the start sensed it was a scam. How did I know that from the text of the email? Now, listen close and you will hear... There were spelling mistakes on the email. I was addressed as "Dear" and not "Zahava". Mackenzie Scott would have a secretary to communicate with me, surely. No one uses an email to inform someone that they won A LOT of money.
According to google, Ms. Mackenzie Scott is a philanthropist who is donating a lot of money. The news is even talking about her anticipated charitable giving. So, it's no surprise that scams are circulating about her. Oh well, Mackenzie Scott didn't make me a millionaire. Damn! There is always tomorrow. It would be cool to meet her. I would like to meet the wife of Jeff Bezos and maybe read one of her books.
As far as scams go, I was targeted because 1. I am a writer. 2. I am job searching online. 3. Mackenzie Scott is within my age demographic and someone who has similar interests to me, so the scam email was sent to me. 4. I was just using my Amazon app over the weekend 5. I am on my phone a lot.
This was a very well-planned scam. Thanks to the virus ware on my phone, it put the email in Spam and even after I transferred the email to Primary, it got flagged as dangerous. Wait, .... one more time..., the virus ware put the email in its place. I like how that sounds. Good job virus ware! I do find these scam emails entertaining, and I am grateful that I am safe. Alls well and ends well.
Have a Great and Safe week everyone! Happy New Year!



Zahava Zelasko, [e-mail]






Congratulation's dear,
I am delighted to introduce myself as Mackenzie Scott Tuttle, an American novelist and philanthropist. You may know me as the former wife of Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon. It is my strong belief that we should give back to society while we are capable and am dedicated to the philosophy of "giving while living."

I am excited to share with you that I have decided to provide a substantial donation of $1,500,000.00 USD (One Million Five Hundred Thousand United States Dollars) to randomly selected individuals around the globe. Your email address has been chosen during an online search as one of the fortunate recipients of this donation.

I kindly request you to confirm the validity of your email address by reaching out to me at your earliest convenience.

Please contact me back via my private contact email: [e-mail]

Click the link to know more about me
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MacKenzie_Scott

Your prompt response will be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,
Ms. Mackenzie Scott.