Jonathan, a 193-year-old tortoise from Saint Helena, is confirmed to be alive, debunking rumors of his death that surfaced on April 1. Multiple news outlets, including the BBC and USA Today, reported his passing based on a misleading post from a fake Twitter account impersonating his veterinarian, Joe Hollins. The impersonator claimed to be heartbroken over Jonathan's death and solicited cryptocurrency donations, revealing the hoax's ulterior motive. The real Hollins later clarified that Jonathan is 'very much alive' and expressed disbelief that anyone would fall for such a scam. This incident serves as a reminder for media outlets to verify information thoroughly before publication, especially in an era where misinformation can spread rapidly online.