Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video Is Fake — No Trainer by That Name Exists

A video circulating on social media is claiming that Jessica Radcliffe, a marine trainer, was attacked and killed by an orca during a performance. The viral clip, which has been widely shared on TikTok, alleges that the 23-year-old died just ten minutes after being rescued by staff. Another version even claims the attack happened because her menstrual blood mixed with the water.

The videos, mostly spread on TikTok and Facebook, offer little clarity on what actually happened — and now fact-checks reveal the story is entirely false.

Fact-Check: No Evidence of an Attack or a Trainer Named Jessica Radcliffe

There are no credible news reports about any marine trainer named Jessica Radcliffe being attacked by an orca. Vocal Media has pointed out that there is no supporting evidence such as obituaries, statements from marine parks, or workplace safety reports. Kenya’s The Star also noted that the voices in the clip appear to be AI-generated.

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A search by HT.com could not find any record of a marine trainer by that name, suggesting the person is entirely fictional.

Real Orca Attack Cases Used as a Hook

While the Jessica Radcliffe story is fabricated, there have been real tragedies involving orcas in the past. The most well-known case is the 2010 death of senior SeaWorld trainer Dawn Brancheau, who was killed by the orca Tilikum during a show in Orlando. Her death became the focus of the 2013 documentary Blackfish, which examined the ethics of keeping large marine mammals in captivity.

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In 2009, Spanish trainer Alexis Martinez was killed when orca Keto rammed into him during a rehearsal. Back in 1991, a Canadian trainer died after being dragged underwater by three orcas.

These real-life incidents may have been used to lend false credibility to the Jessica Radcliffe hoax.

The Truth About Orcas

Orcas, also called killer whales, are highly intelligent, social predators found in oceans around the world. While attacks on humans in the wild are extremely rare, incidents in captivity have sparked ongoing debate over the treatment of these animals and the safety of trainers.

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The bottom line — the Jessica Radcliffe orca attack video is fake, and no such trainer exists.