The Wildest Lies

Ever wondered how far someone would go to cover up their secrets? Recently, members of the BuzzFeed Community shared some of the most outrageous lies they've managed to tell and get away with. The stories range from cringe-worthy to downright scandalous! Here are 19 of the most mind-blowing confessions:

1. The Tail Tale

One individual revealed that they convinced a friend they were born with a tail that had to be surgically removed. They shared this during a drunken night out, fearing their friend would leak personal information.

2. Academic Deception

A student admitted to lying about passing a chemistry course — twice! To avoid disappointing their parents, they fabricated good grades while secretly struggling.

3. A Case of Mistaken Identity

After being arrested, one person provided false information about their identity. They ultimately claimed intoxication from nine tabs of LSD as their defense!

4. Resume Rampage

Someone admitted to exaggerating their previous job on their resume. The lie successfully landed them their current position and they’re still riding the wave.

5. Library Lies

A teenager fabricated a story about studying for a major test, but instead, they embarked on a spontaneous road trip to California!

6. Cult Conundrum

One former member of an elaborate cult spent two years lying about their involvement before claiming the leader had died.

7. Cultural Confusion

In primary school, a student shared an interesting lie about their cultural background, attempting to blend in with their peers.

8. High School Party Foul

A partygoer crashed their parent's truck after a night of partying, and rather than confess, they kept the dent a secret.

9. The Hebrew Hoax

In middle school, a student pretended to be fluent in Hebrew and had to learn it to back up their lies!

10. Academy Absenteeism

One individual managed to convince their parents they were still enrolled in a private school from which they had been expelled.

11. Tattoo Taboo

A woman with religious grandparents felt compelled to cover her tattoos while they were alive — fearing they would disown her.

12. Biking Betrayal

A childhood confession revealed a secret bike ride to a friend’s house that ended in disaster after a crash.

13. Accent Adventures

An American with a British grandma lied about their heritage to charm bar patrons in Manhattan and score free drinks.

14. Tech Tactics

They managed to mislead a tech genius about their laptop issues, avoiding fees and repairs in the process.

15. Workplace Manipulation

A young professional shared a tale of a difficult intern at an entertainment company and the subtle tactics used to deal with him.

16. Degree Deception

A student initially promised a STEM degree by their parents secretly switched majors while keeping up appearances about engineering knowledge.

17. Obsessed with Fiction

An individual hilariously confessed to writing fanfiction for their favorite show, feeling deep shame about it.

18. Love in Confusion

One mother candidly revealed her struggle with postpartum feelings that complicated her marriage, ultimately leading her to fall in love with her husband again.

19. Blame It on the Brother

A clever trickster got away with blaming their brother when their mom found their stash of weed, causing trouble for the unsuspecting sibling.

These stories prove that sometimes truth is stranger than fiction — and often much more entertaining! Have you ever found yourself in a web of lies similar to these? Share your thoughts and consider writing about your own experiences!