Robert Thomas has come forward as helping Richard Heene plan the balloon boy hoax… and has the email communications to prove it.

Robert Thomas gave his story exclusively to Gawker.com, sharing his background working with Richard Heene and how he helped wth the balloon hoax. Check out the Robert Thomas emails to Richard Heene and information about the balloon hoax.

Robert Thomas says in the story:

“Bluntly, I think Richard’s ego blinds him to his brilliance. The only thing inhibiting him from progressing is a steadfast determination to become famous and live a Hollywood lifestyle. Someone needs to slap him in the face and say, “Wake up! This is not what’s important.” He has an amazing family that has already been subject to a tremendous amount of criticism. I especially feel bad for Falcon. He’s going to be known as Balloon Boy the rest of his life. That’s not something you want to tell a girl on the first date.”