Is Hillary Clinton dead as Instagram user claimed?
Hillary Clinton alive and well – viral death rumor debunked
A viral Instagram post claiming that Hillary Clinton, former U.S. Secretary of State, had died has been confirmed to be false. The post, shared by an account named Bahdlex on August 11, 2025, alleged that Clinton passed away at the age of 77 following a brief illness.
“BREAKING: U.S. Former First Lady #HillaryClinton Passed Away at 77 After Brief Illness… #death #bahdlex #rip
Rip,” the post claimed.
The Instagram post featured a smiling photo of Clinton dressed in black with the text, “In Loving Memory of Hillary Clinton 1947–2025.”
The claim quickly circulated on social media, garnering thousands of likes, comments, and shares.
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DUBAWA, a fact-checking organization, investigated the post and found no credible media reports or official statements to support the claim. Attempts to trace the source on Facebook and Google were unsuccessful.
Clinton, who served as First Lady from 1993 to 2001, U.S. Senator for New York from 2001 to 2009, and Secretary of State from 2009 to 2013, remains active on social media. Her verified Instagram and X accounts show recent posts, and she appeared on The Raging Moderates podcast on August 16, 2025, discussing current U.S. political affairs.
Experts warn that viral rumors about public figures often spread quickly online, creating confusion and unnecessary concern.
Conclusion: Hillary Clinton is alive and well. The Instagram claim regarding her death is false.
Source: DUBAWA Fact-Check, August 2025
