Flatmate Copies Everything I Do, Even Shaved Her Head After I Pretended To Do So. AITA For Refusing To Pay For Her Wig?

Alfe Mercado
Woman's shaved head
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Living with a flatmate can be tough, especially if they start copying everything you do. But what happens when they take it too far? A Reddit user shares their story about a flatmate who goes to extremes to copy their style, behavior and even social media posts. The situation escalates when the original poster decides to fake-shave their head, only to find that the flatmate goes ahead and shaves their own head. As if that's not enough, the flatmate then demands that the original poster pay for a wig to cover up the shaved head. Who is in the wrong? Is it the flat mate who took the copying too far or the original poster who played a prank? Click to read and decide for yourself.

When your flatmate becomes a copycat. AITA for refusing payment?

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Copycat flatmate creates fashion dilemma. AITA for refusing payment?

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Copying my every move, even flirting with my crush 😒

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Flatmate's odd attention-seeking behavior leaves OP uncomfortable 😳

kokosowaczekolada | kokosowaczekolada

Copycat roommate is creeping me out 😳

kokosowaczekolada | kokosowaczekolada

Caught my flatmate copying me, pretended to shave head. 🤔

kokosowaczekolada | kokosowaczekolada

Roommate copies my every move and gets mad when I'm not supportive 😑

kokosowaczekolada | kokosowaczekolada

Roommate shaved head, demands I pay for wig. AITA? 🔥

kokosowaczekolada | kokosowaczekolada

Dealing with a copycat flatmate and facing university consequences.

kokosowaczekolada | kokosowaczekolada

🤔 Conflicted over flatmate's report after fake head shave prank.

kokosowaczekolada | kokosowaczekolada

Copycat flatmate shaves head after I pretend to do so 😱

Living with a flatmate who copies everything you do can be unnerving, but what happens when they take it too far? This is what happened to one university student, who decided to test just how far her flatmate would go by pretending to shave her head. To her surprise, the flatmate actually shaved her head and is now demanding that the student pay for her wig. The student is now facing potential consequences from the university due to her flatmate's complaint. But was the student in the wrong for testing her flatmate, or is her flatmate's behavior crossing a line? Let's dive into the details and see what you think.

NTA, comment advises OP on how to handle university complaint.

Status-Pattern7539 | Status-Pattern7539

Flatmate copied everything I did, even shaved her head. NTA.

SamSpayedPI | SamSpayedPI

When imitation goes too far, it can be downright scary. 😱

schnitzel2022 | schnitzel2022

🛡️ Protect yourself from a copycat flatmate. Write down everything.

braw_mince | braw_mince

Take this seriously. Kaya is becoming dangerous. NTA, you're a victim.

Accomplished-Cheek59 | Accomplished-Cheek59

Fake shaved head prank leads to creepy flatmate behavior. NTA.

mxcmpsx | mxcmpsx

Take action, bring a trusted adult, and record the meeting! 📝

MechanaGoddess | MechanaGoddess

Play it cool and avoid admitting malicious intent 💁‍♀️

Unit-Healthy | Unit-Healthy

"Obsessed much?" 😬 NTA, it's creepy.

JGZee | JGZee

Roommate dangerously copies everything, NTA for not buying wig.

Mammoth-Neat-5930 | Mammoth-Neat-5930

Flatmate copies everything, even shaved head. NTA for refusing.

R_Mack | R_Mack

Deja vu? Multiple users recognize this plot from a book. 📚

winningbald | winningbald

Don't let a copycat control you. NTA for refusing payment.

ACs_Grandma | ACs_Grandma

Suggesting to privately discuss the issue and wear clown costumes 🤣

Riyukco | Riyukco

You're not responsible for her impulsive decisions. 🤷‍♀️

gover2087 | gover2087

NTA for pretending to shave head, roommate's unhealthy obsession.

Flaky_Sleep | Flaky_Sleep

Is this story too good to be true? 🤔

[deleted] | [deleted]

Report roommate's concerning behavior to the university immediately 🚨

[deleted] | [deleted]

Roommate copies everything, NTA for refusing to pay for wig

bygeez | bygeez

👍NTA. Roommate copied everything and now harassing you. Report her.

[deleted] | [deleted]

Bunny boiler alert! 🐰 Keep a close eye on her.

CharleyDawg | CharleyDawg

Commenter calls out unoriginality in this comment section 🙄

ViolentlyBiracial | ViolentlyBiracial

Protect yourself, document her behavior. 📝

mamanova1982 | mamanova1982

NTA for not paying for her wig after copying you 😂

Sheeps_n_Birds | Sheeps_n_Birds

Copycat flatmate sparks concern among commenters. NTA for setting boundaries.

Same_Honey8635 | Same_Honey8635

Expose the copycat at the meeting and update us! 🤔

OSeal29 | OSeal29

Flatmate copies everything, even shaved her head. NTA, fight back 💪

N0K1K0 | N0K1K0

Wig drama! 🎭 NTA refuses to pay, suggests petty revenge. 😏

KrazyKellz-9900 | KrazyKellz-9900

Setting boundaries with a copycat roommate 🚫👯‍♀️

Red_Cathy | Red_Cathy

Stand your ground and let her explain to others. 🤔

7uj3va | 7uj3va

Lodging a complaint against a copycat flatmate 😒👩‍⚖️

JonPX | JonPX

Was this a real incident or just a made-up story?

[deleted] | [deleted]

Commenter supports OP but fears for their safety. 😬

TemptingPenguin369 | TemptingPenguin369

Be your own person 💇‍♀️

canuck_2022 | canuck_2022

Stand up for yourself! NTA for refusing to pay.

Lipfood | Lipfood

👍 NTA. Roommate's copycat behavior is concerning.

sarah280590 | sarah280590

When imitation becomes obsession... 🤔

InternationalAd6614 | InternationalAd6614

Stand your ground! 🙅‍♀️ NTA for refusing to pay for her wig.

TCGislife | TCGislife

Don't be a copycat! NTA for not paying for her wig 😎

WVPrepper | WVPrepper

Copycat flatmate goes too far, now bald. NTA stands ground.

UnluckyDreamer1 | UnluckyDreamer1

When a post becomes a trend... 🤔

Joey101937 | Joey101937

History repeats itself and so does the judgment, NTA 😂

FindAWayForward | FindAWayForward

Don't let a copycat roommate get away with stalking 😱👀

CharlesMuskrat | CharlesMuskrat

🚨Unhealthy obsession alert! NTA for not paying for wig.

sugarintheboots | sugarintheboots

Copying isn't always the sincerest form of flattery 🤔

samia8721 | samia8721

Is this story too good to be true? 🤔

CheeseAndBacon55 | CheeseAndBacon55

Mirror, mirror on the wall... Dealing with a copycat 🪞

Possible_Canary2359 | Possible_Canary2359

Concerning obsession with copying flatmate. NTA for refusing payment.

glitchy12367 | glitchy12367

Suggesting a relatable children's book for a copycat flatmate 📚👧

seabreezeNpeachtrees | seabreezeNpeachtrees

Agreed. No need to pay for her wig. 🚫💰

emilypwc | emilypwc

Copycat roommate reminds redditor of Stephanie's Ponytail children's book. 😂

miumiu4me | miumiu4me

Celebrating creative revenge 🎉😂

noideaforusername4 | noideaforusername4