Widow Claims Male Escort Scammed Her Out of M After Husband’s Death

Widow Claims Male Escort Scammed Her Out of $6M After Husband’s Death

Widow accuses male escort of scamming her out of $6 million during vulnerable period after husband's death. Court case unfolds.

Editorial Desk

September 16, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — A grieving widow is accusing a male escort of defrauding her of $6 million following the suicide of her husband, an early Roblox employee.

Marianne Flippo, who lost her partner of nearly three decades in 2024, claims that Greggory Starr, a West Point graduate and former companion, manipulated her during one of the most vulnerable times in her life. According to court documents, she believed Starr was in love with her, only later realizing he had been exploiting her.

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The lawsuit alleges that Starr, who initially presented himself as a helpful companion, gradually convinced Marianne to pay over $5.95 million for his exclusive services. The case reveals how Marianne, already struggling with chronic health issues and emotional trauma, fell under Starr’s influence and made large financial commitments without proper legal guidance.

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