Sean Strickland tries saving fans from 'con artist' Andrew Tate: 'He's not your Messiah.'

UFC middleweight contender Sean Strickland is warning fans about the dangers of following controversial internet personality Andrew Tate.

Tate is a Romanian-British kickboxer, businessman, and internet personality who has amassed a large following on social media for his outspoken and often controversial views. He has been accused of promoting violence against women, racism, and misogyny.

Strickland, who is known for his own outspoken views, said he shares some of Tate's values, but he warned that Tate is not someone to be admired.

"We share a lot of values, but… Here's the thing about Andrew Tate – as young men I see why you guys look up to him because you guys are morale-less men," Strickland said in a recent interview. "You're looking for someone to give you permission to be a piece of shit. And that's what Andrew Tate does. He gives you permission to be a piece of shit."

Strickland said that Tate is a "con artist" who is only interested in making money.

"He's not your Messiah," Strickland said. "He's not going to save you. He's going to take your money and leave you broke and alone."

Strickland's comments come after Tate was banned from Twitter in July for violating the platform's policy on hate speech. Tate has also been banned from other social media platforms, including YouTube and Instagram.

Despite the bans, Tate continues to have a large following on social media. He has over 1 million followers on Telegram, where he posts videos and podcasts.

Strickland's warning about Tate is a reminder that not all internet personalities are who they seem. It is important to be critical of the information you consume online and to be aware of the potential dangers of following people who promote harmful views.

If you are concerned about the impact that Andrew Tate is having on you or someone you know, there are resources available to help. You can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit their website at thehotline.org. You can also contact the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit their website at rainn.org.