Crisis actor

A crisis actor is a term used to describe individuals who are hired to portray victims, survivors, or other affected parties in emergency drills, training exercises, or media productions. These actors are often employed to simulate realistic scenarios, helping first responders, medical personnel, and other professionals to practice and improve their skills in a controlled environment. The term has also been used in conspiracy theories, where it is falsely claimed that such actors are deployed to stage events, particularly in the aftermath of real-life tragedies. In Hebrew, the term can be translated as שחקן משבר (shakhan mishber). In Spanish, it may be referred to as actor de crisis, while in French, the term acteur de crise is used. The concept of crisis actors is crucial in training and preparedness exercises, ensuring that responders are adequately equipped to handle real-life emergencies. However, the misuse of this term in conspiracy theories has led to misinformation and distrust in legitimate crisis response efforts.