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On Tuesday, it was reported that a member of the tourism board where convicted fraudster Billy McFarland says Fyre Festival 2 is going to happen claimed the event “does not exist.” Tuesday night, McFarland fired back.
“We have no knowledge of this event, nor contact with any person or company about it. For us, this is an event that does not exist…” said Edgar Gasca, a member of the tourism directorate for Isla Mujeres, where McFarland has advertised his Fyre Festival 2 will take place. “This festival is not going to happen. There are red flags all over the place.”
Taking to Instagram, Billy McFarland disputed those claims in a video. And then some.
“Good evening, everybody. I have a really important Fyre update,” McFarland began. “Last week, I did an interview on the Today show and since then the story has been shared, retold, twisted, and covered by journalists from all over the world.
“I figured it would be best to hear directly from me what’s actually happening.” [Because his word is his bond?]
“First, Fyre 2 is real,” Billy McFarland continued. “Second, we have incredible partners leading the festival. They’re in charge of all the logistics, productions and operations. This includes an incredible production team in Mexico who does not F around. There is no way they would ever take on a fake festival.
“Three, we have accommodations. Naturally, this is a huge point of emphasis given the issues surrounding Fyre 1. Our accommodations include contracts with a number of villas, yachts and hotels. It also includes two hotels who were contacted by the media, and in response, gave misleading statements saying they never heard of Fyre and they aren’t working with us.” [So it’s the hotels that are lying this time?]
“After hearing this, I asked my team to terminate those contracts and focus on the hotels and other partners who are eager to work with and support Fyre.
“Four, we have talent,” McFarland went on. “Artists, athletes and other performers are on board and scheduled for Fyre 2.
“Five, restitution is being paid. Since being released 30 months ago, I’ve made 40 payments to restitution. I’ve also made it my mission to do more than legally required. Part of this has been giving a large percentage of Fyre 2’s budget and profits directly to restitution.
“Six, my partners and I have remained in communication with local and state government to ensure full compliance and a successful event that benefits the local economy, shares the beauty of the Mexican Caribbean with the world, and helps make right for all the wrongs.
“Seven, Fyre 2 is moving forward and we are moving forward with full integrity. From now on, updates will come directly from me. I look forward to continuing to work with my great partners to bring the vision of Fyre to life and to help make right for all the wrongs.”
Billy McFarland then suggested that anyone who wants to help him with Fyre 2 to reach out to him via direct message.
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