The Marianne Smyth Scam - A Conwoman Who Fooled Hollywood

Jonathan Walton, a successful reality TV producer, thought he had found a lifelong friend in Marianne Smyth. She was charming, sophisticated, and full of unbelievable stories—especially about her long-lost fortune tied up in legal battles with greedy family members. Over the years, Walton gave her thousands of dollars, believing he was helping her reclaim her rightful inheritance.But behind the elaborate tales was a master manipulator. Marianne Smyth wasn’t just fighting off meddlesome relatives—she was running a years-long con, scamming everyone in her path. When Walton finally uncovered the truth, he realized he wasn’t the only victim. Marianne had left a trail of deception across multiple states, using fake identities, fraudulent businesses, and carefully crafted lies to swindle unsuspecting targets.How did she manage to keep up the act for so long? And what finally brought her schemes to an end? Tune in as we unravel the shocking story of the woman who deceived friends, lovers, and even the legal system.Connect with Us:Facebook Group: Housewives of True Crime GroupInstagram & TikTok: @housewivesoftruecrimeSupport the Podcast:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=29459918Donations: https://redcircle.com/housewives-of-true-crime/donationsAdvertising Inquiries:https://redcircle.com/brandsWebsite: www.housewivesoftruecrime.comSources:NBC News - The Woman Who Fooled HollywoodThe Con Podcast - Jonathan Walton’s StoryLA Times - The Real Marianne SmythOur Sponsors:* Check out Acorns and use my code acorns.com/clink for a great deal: https://www.acorns.com* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy