Stephen Krubeck, a quirky billionaire known for his left-handedness, has poured over $1 million into supporting Congressman Eric Swalwell’s campaign for governor in California. Recently, he got engaged to Adva Ravi, a model on OnlyFans, who also goes by the name Shoshana. However, she’s embroiled in criminal charges for allegedly breaking into homes of affluent elderly individuals in Los Angeles.
Reports indicate that Ravi has been accused of pretending to be a romantic companion to elderly men in upscale areas like Beverly Hills before stealing their valuables. In an exclusive chat, Krubeck defended his fiancée, claiming she’s not a societal danger but rather someone who’s been wronged like himself. “The story is twisted. Her side isn’t being shown,” he remarked.
Krubeck characterized himself as someone who’s suffered from women, questioning, “Don’t you think I’ve researched this?”
Ravi faces arraignment on multiple felony charges, including grand larceny and identity theft. The couple’s engagement celebration was held at Krubeck’s lavish $26 million residence, which has become notable as a filming location for Swalwell’s campaign videos while he’s been missing from congressional votes.
Swalwell has visited Krubeck’s expansive property numerous times since last September, as social media snapshots reveal. Notably, Krubeck’s home is equipped with “double gates,” possibly to deter potential criminals. Still, the engagement party reportedly included a guest wearing an ankle monitor.
Charges allege that Ravi exploited dating apps to forge connections with wealthy older men, enabling her to commit theft while within their homes. District Attorney Nathan Hochman stated that she misused the trust established through these online relationships.
Despite the accusations, Krubeck expressed disappointment in Hochman, saying, “I’m let down that my close friend Nathan and my lawyer didn’t inform me she might be a threat.” He emphasized that many in politics have interacted with her.
Swalwell seems to have a friendly rapport with Ravi, even following her on Instagram, while questions linger about his residency in California, as neighbors claim never to have seen him.
“Eric told me, ‘Do your homework, Stephen,’” he recounted, noting Swalwell’s caution during their first meeting. A recent Instagram video shows the couple’s engagement moments, where Ravi joyfully accepted the proposal in both English and Hebrew, with plans to marry in Jerusalem.
Krubeck highlighted the darker aspects of Los Angeles’s social scene, where wealthy men pay significant sums for companionship. “It’s terrible, it’s disgusting,” he lamented, admitting his ignorance of such a world before meeting Ravi.
Detective Angela Lopez noted that Ravi has been associated with multiple victims, showing no remorse for her alleged actions. Should she be found guilty, she could face over 11 years in prison. Ravi has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Krubeck was reticent about whether he would cover his fiancée’s legal expenses, hinting that the defense might stress her traumatic past. “This is a story of a woman wronged by a possessive old man,” he stated, maintaining that he was prudent about the relationship.
Influencer Shance Kolbi recently aired grievances on TikTok, claiming that she and others had valuables stolen by Ravi. “I know many who have been impacted by this girl,” she asserted and questioned Krubeck’s awareness of her past, remarking, “Billionaires are clever; they don’t let people scam them easily.”
As connections continue to unfold among Krubeck, Ravi, and Swalwell, the situation grows increasingly complex. Krubeck, the founder of Diamond Resorts and a prominent figure on “Undercover Boss,” has donated notably to Swalwell’s campaign. “I was the one who urged him to run,” Krubeck affirmed, revealing that Swalwell once received a substantial gift from him.
No comments have been provided from Swalwell’s campaign regarding his associations with Krubeck or Ravi.
Considering Krubeck’s history of relationships, skepticism surrounds his future with Ravi. Although they’ve been together for merely eight months, he remains optimistic, asserting, “This time will be different.” Reflecting on past experiences, he expressed that “love is love,” even as he seems to gamble again in the realm of romance.
