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A closer examination of Newsome’s background debunks his “self-made” narrative. Born into wealth, with connections to the Getty Oil family, his rise was heavily supported by affluent networks. Photos from his youth show a privileged upbringing, contradicting his claims of hustling from poverty. Post-college, he was backed financially by the Gettys for his winery venture, further illustrating that his success is far from an individual effort.