Brief Summary
This video uncovers the story of Cat Torres, a former model turned life coach who amassed a large following before exploiting her fans. The video details her rise to fame, her manipulation tactics, and the eventual downfall that led to her arrest for human trafficking and slavery.
- Cat Torres, a former model, used her influencer status to lure women with promises of a better life.
- She exploited and enslaved these women, leading to her arrest and conviction for human trafficking.
- Despite overwhelming evidence, Cat maintains her innocence and shows no remorse.
Cat Torres's Rise to Fame
Cat Torres was born in Brazil in 1992 and faced financial hardship and an alcoholic father. She began modeling at age 12 and experienced SA within the beauty pageant industry. Despite this trauma, she achieved success, including walking at São Paulo Fashion Week and signing with Elite Modeling. Her rumored relationship with Leonardo DiCaprio further boosted her popularity.
Transition to Life Coach and Influencer
After modeling, Cat moved to America and became an influencer and life coach. She shared her daily routine and self-improvement journey on social media, gaining over 1 million followers. Cat offered courses and coaching sessions, profiting from her followers' trust. She portrayed a luxurious lifestyle, but her former roommate revealed that she was receiving large sums of cash from a Russian oligarch, casting doubt on her self-made image.
Health Scare and Spiritual Transformation
Cat contracted a flesh-eating disease, requiring the removal of her implants and left breast, which she documented on social media. This led to the alleged departure of her wealthy suitors. She turned to ayahuasca ceremonies, where she met her husband, Colburn Bell. After these experiences, Cat claimed to have spiritual insights and the ability to predict the future, calling it "the voice." She transitioned from life coach to spiritual guru, inspired by John of God and Tony Robbins.
Strange Behavior and Exploitation Begins
Cat's behavior became increasingly strange, leading to the end of her marriage. She persuaded a client named Anna to move in and work for her for $2,000 a month, but Anna was never paid and was subjected to constant demands and sleep deprivation. Anna eventually escaped after three months of unpaid work.
Move to Texas and the "Witch Clan"
In 2022, Cat moved to Texas with her new husband, Zach, and invited loyal followers to join her, promising access to "the voice." Three Brazilian women, Leticia, Maya, Desiree, and Soul, accepted the offer. Cat dubbed them her "witch clan" and had a room dedicated to witchcraft. She gave them spiritual advice, directing their lives. Desiree was advised to become a dancer at a strip club, where she became known as Chanel.
Control and Exploitation Intensifies
Cat controlled the women's lives, demanding they pay her back for their expenses if they wanted to leave and threatening them with curses. Desiree's income from the strip club went directly to Cat. Cat also charged followers for spiritual baths, attempting to recruit them to work for her. The women were subjected to a "law of silence," forbidden from speaking to each other or leaving their rooms without permission.
Forced SW and Escape
Cat began normalizing SW to the women, even trying to tempt Desiree. Soul overheard Cat arranging SW for another client and planned her escape with the help of an ex-boyfriend. Desiree was eventually forced into SW, with all her earnings going to Cat. Cat set up dating profiles for Desiree and Leticia on Sugar Baby and Escort websites, raising Desiree's daily income target to $3,000.
Legal Troubles and Public Outcry
Cat attacked her former assistant Anna on Instagram, leading Anna and Soul to file police reports. In Brazil, the families of Desiree and Leticia filed missing persons reports, bringing the story to the media. Cat defended herself online, and Leticia and Desiree posted videos claiming they wanted to live with Cat, turning against their families.
Investigation and Arrest
Speculation grew that Cat was using ayahuasca and manipulation to control the women. Brazilian model Yasmine Brunette questioned Leticia on Instagram Live, leading to accusations against Yasmin. Police began taking the allegations seriously after escort profiles linked to Cat's address were discovered. The group fled to Maine, but authorities eventually discovered Cat's involvement in trafficking and exploitation. She was deported back to Brazil and arrested.
Trial and Sentencing
Cat was charged with human trafficking, slave labor, and medical fraud. She gave an interview from prison, denying all allegations and claiming the victims were lying. She maintained her innocence and showed no remorse. The judge sentenced her to 8 years for human trafficking and slavery of Desiree. The sentence and her lack of remorse caused public outrage. Further investigations are ongoing, and Cat could face more prison time.
