Anna Delvey Tells Whoopi Goldberg to 'Get Your Facts Straight' After DWTS Criticism

From left: Whoopi Goldberg and Anna Delvey.Photo byPhoto: Roy Rochlin/Getty; Dominik Bindl/Getty

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Anna Delvey, whose real name is Anna Sorokin, has responded to Whoopi Goldberg’s criticism following her casting on Dancing with the Stars (DWTS). Delvey, 33, expressed her dissatisfaction after Goldberg, 68, criticized the decision to allow Delvey to compete on the show despite being under house arrest. The backlash occurred on The View, where Goldberg questioned how Delvey received clearance from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while on house arrest.

Anna Delvey.Photo byDisney/Andrew Eccles

Delvey’s Response

In a statement issued to Page Six, Delvey addressed Goldberg directly, stating, “While you are entitled to your own opinions, you should at least get your facts straight.” Delvey further responded to claims that she still owed people money by clarifying, “I served my time and paid everyone back in full three-plus years ago. Looking forward to your on-air correction.”

Anna Delvey.Photo byABC/Jose Alvarado, Jr.

She also encouraged viewers to tune into the DWTS season premiere on September 17, adding, “Stay nasty ladies, but don’t forget to vote!”

Background on Anna Delvey

Delvey became infamous for posing as a wealthy German heiress, defrauding banks, hotels, and wealthy individuals. In 2019, she was convicted of grand larceny and theft of services, sentenced to four to 12 years in prison. Delvey was released early in February 2021 for good behavior, using funds from a Netflix deal to pay restitution to her victims. She was later taken into ICE custody for visa violations and remains under house arrest in New York City while fighting deportation.

Whoopi Goldberg attends FGI Night of Stars 39th Annual Gala at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City.Photo byDia Dipasupil/Getty

Goldberg’s Criticism

Goldberg’s remarks on The View linked Delvey’s DWTS appearance to broader immigration issues. “This is a [f--- you] in the face of a lot of people who have been trying to make their way back to this country and families torn apart,” Goldberg said, also questioning, “Is there a two-tiered system here with ICE?”

Conclusion

Delvey, who will compete on DWTS wearing an ankle monitor, dismissed the controversy, saying, “It's just not that serious.” As public debates around her casting continue, DWTS season 33 will premiere on September 17 on ABC and Disney+.

Source: people