Social media influencer and former professional golfer Paige Spiranac made a striking return to her online platforms on August 28, 2025, debuting a fresh hairstyle featuring curly hair and bangs. The announcement was shared via a selfie on her X account, as Spiranac has been absent from Instagram for approximately 13 weeks.
In her post, she casually remarked, “Life update. I have bangs now.” The new look followed a recent reminder to her followers regarding the authenticity of her social media presence. Three days prior, she had posted a video on X, emphasizing that her official accounts are verified and warning against impersonators.
“I only have my verified social media accounts,” Spiranac stated. “I do not have a Telegram or a Google Hangout or anything like that at all.” She urged her followers to disregard any outreach claiming to be from friends, family, or representatives, labeling them as scammers.
Following a tumultuous period, Spiranac’s return comes on the heels of significant turmoil. Last November, during a golf influencer tournament, she was embroiled in a cheating scandal that led to her receiving “tens of thousands of death threats.” She described the experience as one of the most challenging she has faced in her decade-long career.
“The last week and a half is probably the worst hate I’ve ever received,” Spiranac shared in an emotional post. “I’m talking tens of thousands of death threats, people telling me to kill myself—horrendous stuff that’s been in my DMs. We were discussing me having to potentially get a restraining order. It’s serious stuff, and it hasn’t been easy.”
The influencer, who has built a substantial following on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, stated in a recent YouTube video that she had not picked up a golf club “in a very long time,” indicating a need for a break from the sport after the intense backlash.
As Spiranac navigates her return to social media and the world of golf, she continues to advocate for awareness among her followers regarding scams. “Just please be super aware, and if anything seems fishy, that means that it is fishy. So, just report and block all impersonators,” she advised.
With millions of followers across her platforms, Spiranac remains a prominent figure in the sports and influencer community, using her voice to address both her personal experiences and broader issues within the digital landscape.
