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Trainwreck claims ‘exaggerated’ Kick contract figures are hurting deals with other streamers Kick: TrainwreckstvThe co-founder of streaming rival Kick has claimed that supposedly exaggerated figures streamers are stating on social media have had a negative impact on being able to make new deals. Streaming website Kick has been making big moves in the streaming space of late. Rivals to Amazon-owned Twitch, they’ve signed several big-name streamers and launched a number of marquee initiatives in hopes of enticing others to jump ship. Kick has even signed huge creators to the platform including xQc, Amouranth, and Adin Ross. On top of the many streamers brought over from Twitch, Kick has promised streamers a far more lucrative revenue share, tempting even more to take the leap. Since that time many who have swapped over have come forward sharing the amount of money offered in their contract. However, it appears that some of these claims may have been heavily exaggerated, which has caused some problems when striking deals with new content creators, according to Train. Trainwreck claims false contract payment numbers are hurting Kick negotiations Trainwreck expressed that whilst it’s great for advertisement purposes and media attention, the claims made by Kick streamers are actually hurting negotiations for other creators. “I think the numbers people say they are getting is really f***ing up negotiations for other creators. Whether it be mid or large creators. Obviously, small creators we work toward discoverability and fair features that pay them out with what they deserve. “But some of these numbers people are saying bro… I don’t even know. Like it’s good advertising but it’s f***ing up a lot of other negotiations. Because everyone’s thinking ‘Well how did he get this I’m 3x his size?’ It’s like, he didn’t get that, he got one-tenth of that. What do you mean? Okay, you want 3x the one-tenth?” Kick continues to grow as a streaming rival to Twitch despite these apparent hindrances, meaning the rivalry between the two sites is very much still ongoing.

Trainwreck claims gambling won’t stop on Twitch despite ban: “Nothing is going to change” Twitch: TrainwrecksTV/UnsplashStreaming star Trainwreck believes “nothing is going to change” when it comes to Twitch’s ban on gambling streams, given that there are plenty of ways to get around it. While gambling has always had a home, and dedicated categories, on Twitch, it’s always been a pretty controversial topic given that the Twitch audience skews on the relatively younger side of things. Plenty of streamers have called for a crackdown on the streams, with someone even demanding an outright ban of everything from in-game loot boxes to virtual casino games. Some of these wishes have been obliged, with Twitch issuing a ban on a number of popular crypto-gambling sites that have partnered with some big names. However, Trainwreck believes nothing is really going to change on the platform. Trainwreck says nothing will change after Twitch gambling ban It was a topic that the Twitch star brought up on his October 5 stream, as he suggested that other streamers were jealous of those who had partnered with the now-banned websites. “I was looking at these sites, they use the same providers, the same providers that H3H3 and all these other ones attacked, they use the same ones,” the streamer said. “They have Pragmatic (games provider), they have all of them. So not much is going to change. You know, I was sitting here tripping and shit, but nothing is going to change at all.” As noted, Twitch has banned specific sites like Stake, but gambling streams do continue on the site on those that were not named on the banned list. While these other sites may use the same operators as the now-banned ones, those that have been banned are unregistered in certain countries like the United States and also partnered with streamers. It remains to be seen if streamers will simpy be able to transfer their partnerships to different sites to get around the crackdown and if they’ll strike up new deals, or if Twitch will extend the new measures further.

Trainwreck calls out “corrupt” Twitch after gambling ban Popular streamer Trainwreck has called out Twitch as “corrupt” after they announced that the ban on gambling wouldn’t affect sports betting. Over the last few months, Trainwreck has been under scrutiny for his gambling streams. Just hours after Sliker apologized for “scamming” fans out of hundreds of thousands of dollars to fund his gambling habit, streamers began calling for a ban on the form of entertainment. Trainwreck hit back at those streamers, claiming that Twitch needs to ban individual creators instead. However, Twitch revealed on September 20 that they will be issuing a policy change around gambling. Train took to Twitter the next day, calling the platform “corrupt” for not including sports betting in their policy announcement just days after Amazon signed a partnership with popular sports betting app DraftKings. Train calls out “corrupt” Twitch after gambling ban On September 21, Trainwreck posted a series of tweets about the recent ban. “The inconsistency to not ban sports betting is corruption considering the fact you have your hands in the $13B NFL deal cookie jar,” he said. “[and] The fact you virtue signaling streamers act like you care about “gambling” are silent when it’s 100x the market & more prevalent are just as corrupt.” In a reply to another user, Train elaborated on his thoughts. He explained: “banning other forms of gambling while keeping the most prevalent form of it that gets them paid is a f**king joke and a mistake, instead, they should’ve banned the people who do it wrong & in a predatory, non-transparent fashion.” banning other forms of gambling while keeping the most prevalent form of it that gets them paid is a fucking joke and a mistake, instead, they should’ve banned the people who do it wrong & in a predatory, non-transparent fashion — Trainwreck (@Trainwreckstv) September 21, 2022 In a third tweet, Train went on to call other streamers “f*cking hypocrites.” It was announced on September 13, just days before the gambling ban, that Amazon partnered up with DraftKings as a “sponsor and exclusive pregame odds provider” for Thursday Night Football on Prime Video. In the announcement, it was revealed that TNF will contain DraftKings integrations during the pregame, including “odds and additional sports betting insights.” While that partnership isn’t directly integrated with Twitch, Amazon has owned the platform since 2014.

Trainwreck calls Pokimane “one of the most corrupt” figures on Twitch Twitch: Pokimane, TrainwrecksTVDuring a private Discord call with Mizkif and Asmongold, Trainwreck claimed that Pokimane was the “one of the most corrupt” streamers on Twitch after she spoke poorly of Train on a call the day prior. Following a feud on Twitter between Trainwreck and Mizkif, allegations came to light that claimed Mizkif had orchestrated cover-ups for various sexual assaults. The most notable is a situation involving Mizkif’s best friend CrazySlick and a female streamer named Adrianah Lee. These allegations led to Trainwreck, Mizkif, Asmongold, and more joining a private Discord call in order to talk through what was being alleged. But Mizkif and Train also took time to air their beef with one another, as they have taken shots at each other over social media quite frequently. Trainwreck airs issues with Pokimane during leaked call Toward the beginning of the leaked call between the streamer conglomerate, Train called out Mizkif for allegedly “destroying his character” on stream with Pokimane. However, Mizkif denied he was involved in the discussion, saying Pokimane was the one saying negative things about Train. Mizkif said, “Poki went nuts on you. I did not. I literally was staying quiet that whole time.” This came after Mizkif claimed that Pokimane “goes harder” on Train than he does. Asmongold, acting as a mediator during the call, spoke up to say, “I don’t know why y’all collaborate with them. The second that you look bad, they will turn on you.” This prompted Train to respond with, “No s**t. That’s what Poki does. Poki is one of the most corrupt figures on Twitch.” Train was then stopped by Miz and Asmon as they felt he was going on a tangent. (Topic begins at 7:41:03) Later in the conversation, Train claimed that Pokimane, Hasan, and Mizkif cater to an audience of people that “don’t want to take responsibility.” Train stated, “When someone offers them up a scapegoat and they don’t want to take responsibility, because that’s a very rare trait in this world, you cater to them because it gives you the most money, attention, and clout.” This led Mizkif to apologize. “I’m sorry. I hope you and I can have a clean slate. I don’t want problems. If you ever see or hear me saying anything from this point on s**ting on you… I am completely in the wrong, and I’m sorry.”

Trainwreck calls out banned Kick streamer for broadcasting Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury audio Twitch: TrainwrecksTVTrainwreck called out a Kick streamer after they complained about getting banned from the platform for broadcasting audio from the Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury boxing match. On their third attempt to step into the ring together, Tommy Fury ended up taking home the win against Jake Paul on February 26, 2023. Fans of the two boxers across the internet reacted to the fight, whether through a series of tweets or broadcasting the fight audio on their stream. Kick.com streamer Clampzz chose the latter, taking to Twitter to call out the platform after receiving a DMCA and one-day ban. Trainwreck calls out banned Kick streamer In Clampzz’s tweet, he mocks the platform’s alleged “no TOS” rules, explaining that he didn’t show the fight on the screen — only the audio. Accompanying the tweet is a picture of his ban email, explaining that the streamer was suspended for “streaming copywritten content.” Trainwreck, one of the co-owners of Kick, replied to Clampzz and called him out on his complaint. “I’ve stated many times that there is a TOS and that you can’t watch whatever you want, that’s just common sense regardless, there are special circumstances where some creators who have permission from the networks directly can, but those are rare instances,” he said. Kick’s Terms of Service explicitly state that streamers must have written consent from each and every identifiable person in the content. This isn’t the first time someone on the platform has gotten banned. Earlier in February, Twitch star Heelmike received a ban after having sexual acts performed on him during his broadcast.

Trainwreck calls Ludwig, Pokimane, and Hasan hypocrites & times out their subs Cold Ones, TrainwrecksTV, PokimanelolPopular Kick streamer Trainwreck lashed out at Pokimane, Hasan, Mizkif and Ludwig during a recent broadcast, calling them “hypocrites” after last year’s gambling drama. In fall 2022, what can only be described as “dramageddon” took over Twitch and captivated audiences worldwide in a whirlwind of jaw-dropping events. Amid serious allegations and claims of scamming came a major bombshell that incited both criticism and praise toward the platform as Twitch banned gambling. However, Twitch’s gambling ban wasn’t absolutely thorough. Rather than a full-on ban, the company prohibited the broadcasting of gambling sites not licensed in the US or that failed to provide “sufficient consumer protection.” Stake dot com was one such site, and a major source of Trainwreck’s content. He notably claimed that he would still gamble in spite of their ban, and called the platform “corrupt” for its decision to disallow gambling while still giving the green light to other sorts of controversial content. What kicked off this gambling drama were accusations that streamer Sliker had allegedly scammed friends and fans out of $300,000 to fuel a gambling addiction. Several other broadcasters publicly decried his behavior, while others demanded that gambling be removed from Twitch due to its potentially harmful effects on viewers. Of these, Ludwig, Hasan, Pokimane, and Mizkif were quite vocal about wanting Twitch to do away with gambling altogether. It seems that, months later, this issue has still come up for Trainwreck as he mentioned it during a broadcast on May 29, 2023. Trainwreck hits out at Pokimane, Hasan, Ludwig & Mizkif over gambling drama After being asked about his current gambling exploits, Trainwreck began a spiel about “all the bullshit still going on on Twitch.” “I’m telling you, bro. All those streamers — all of them. Whether it’s Miz, Hasan, Ludwig, Poki, all hypocrites. All of them. That was never about anything. That was just about — it was petty bullshit about view count and money. That’s all it was.” This conversation came up as another streamer in the call claimed to see a broadcaster streaming on Twitch while supposedly advertising a gambling website. Trainwreck times out viewers subscribed to Pokimane, Hasan & Ludwig That’s not all; Trainwreck also asked his chat to do “emote test” to see if any of them were subscribed to Miz, Poki, and Hasan. “Based on that, I’m going to eliminate most of you,” he said, seemingly threatening to ban anyone who was subscribed to them. However, it turns out he just timed them out for a short while. He also hit back at claims of letting these streamers live in his head “rent free” despite all the time that had passed since the gambling drama last year. “It’s funny how you say rent free, p*ssyboy, I’m pretty sure I was rent free in their minds, that entire group, for two and a half years straight while I went live and didn’t say a f*cking word, you hypocritical little b*tch,” he shot back. Train has since moved on to Kick, which has risen as a serious competitor to Twitch, boasting a 95/5 sub split with streamers and looser guidelines. Kick is currently going after big talent on other sites, as well, with the likes of Adin Ross joining earlier this year. It’s clear that Train isn’t pleased with Twitch or its guidelines as the streaming wars continue on.

Trainwreck bringing Twitch gambling streams back despite ban concerns Twitch: TrainwrecksTVTyler ‘Trainwreck’ Niknam is bored of the current Twitch meta, so he’s reviving his old stomping grounds from the dead: slots gambling. It comes after the Amazon-owned platform effectively banned gambling back in October following its meteoric rise. Gambling on Twitch has been in the headlines for most of 2022 as the category floated in and out of the meta. Thousands of streamers were broadcasting themselves playing Slots in crypto casinos, getting big jackpots but also losing millions. Twitch essentially banned the practice in October after a myriad of scandals on the platform. The straw that broke the camel’s back involved disgraced streamer ‘SlikeR’, who reportedly stole $250,000 from viewers to use on gambling off-stream. At the time, slots streams were front and center on Twitch with the biggest names either taking part or having an adamant voice against it. It was in the top 10 categories on the platform — now it barely cracks the top 30 with a falling viewership. Gambling streamers fled to other platforms such as DLive to continue their content, but Trainwreck stayed on Twitch. He’s been vocal about his discontent with the platform, even hinting at starting a potential rival. Back playing games on stream, having not streamed Slots since October 17, he’s getting tired of the current meta though. His viewership has been in a steady decline since the rule change. He also hasn’t streamed much, last going live on November 3. He’s looking for a kickstart. So he’s going back to the old faithful: gambling. “Twitch has been boring. December 1. Gambling streams return,” he said on November 27. The tweet garnered plenty of attention as the date looms, although whether he commits to it in light of the new rules is unclear. The gambling ban covers “luck-based games” like Slots, Roulette, and Blackjack. However games with an element of skill, such as Poker, are still allowed on Twitch. Train could opt to stream one of these safer games instead of going for Slots. If Train does run it back, he risks losing his entire Twitch platform and millions of followers. But it’s a risk he’s willing to take all things considered as he contemplates his streaming future.

Trainwreck accuses Twitch staff of letting ‘personal politics’ affect decisions Twitch/TrainwreckPopular streamer Trainwreck is blaming Twitch staff for bringing their personal political views to work and having a negative effect on the direction of the platform. Twitch has been under fire a lot recently for many of its policy decisions ranging from giving streamers a lower revenue split to banning certain words. Trainwreck, in particular, has been very vocal about the site banning slot-based gambling sites while still allowing sports betting to continue and he feels like many of these policy changes are stemming from political beliefs. During an October 28 broadcast, the streamer took aim at Twitch’s policymakers for letting their politics come into the workplace – something he wants to see stomped out. Trainwreck blasts Twitch staff for letting politics affect policy Speaking prior to the start of his Scuffed Podcast, the streamer pushed for higher-ups at Twitch to go to certain staff members and have a talk about policy. “They need to go to these individuals and say, ‘listen, you need to pack up all the politics you brought from your own home, that you brought to work, you need to pack it up, put it in your bag, and bring it back home,’” he demanded. Trainwreck went on to say that personal politics have no place at work and it’s having a severe impact on the direction the site is going. “I believe too much of the at-home politics are bringing brought to work and that is why Twitch is in the red,” he slammed. “Everything that’s leading to these policy changes, that are totally backward for the most part, is coming from that bullsh*t. Whether or not Trainwreck can get his wish remains to be seen, but as sites like YouTube continue to grow and rival Twitch for streaming supremacy, it may need to consider making some big changes in the future.

Trainwreck announces $250k mental health fund for Twitch community Twitch: TrainwrecksTVPopular Twitch streamer Trainwreck has announced his plans to invest $250k into a mental healthcare fund with a focus on the Twitch community and is calling on other large creators to do the same. Since he began streaming in 2014, TrainwrecksTV has amassed over 1.8 million followers on Twitch. As he has grown in popularity, he’s also grown a name for himself as a philanthropist. Train has paid for others’ hospital bills and surprised an 80-year-old streamer with over $10,000, all thanks to his popularity and insane winnings from gambling streams. Now, the Twitch streamer has announced his plans to invest $250k into a mental healthcare fund, calling for other creators to join him in this “movement.” Big Announcement 1 of 3 (Community Mental Healthcare General Annoucment) Read: https://t.co/TkfHtxyBwp — Trainwreck (@Trainwreckstv) April 20, 2022 Trainwreck announces $250k mental healthcare investment On April 20, Trainwreck posted the first of three twit longer posts on his profile. His message starts by mentioning that he’s privately taken care of his community’s mental healthcare since 2016, but now that he has bigger tools and assets available, he wants to help more. “I have pitched an idea and a vision to an organization that has worked with the United Nations on two separate occasions and, in my opinion, is well equipped for my exact vision across Twitch, they loved it and are on board,” Trainwreck explained. “I will be funding & providing access to 250,000 US dollars of mental healthcare to my community upon launch and have created an interface within a very credible organization for my fellow creators to do the same for their communities.” Fans react to Trainwreck’s announcement In the hours after Train’s announcement, hundreds of members of the community took to his replies to show their appreciation for his investment. Tarkov focused streamer and YouTuber Onepeg said: “Yo train this is a huge dude. As someone who has been incredibly open about the taboos associated with mental health and sharing it/trying to help others, this is amazing. “Fantastic effort. If I can help in any way, hit me up.” Yo train this is huge dude. As someone who has been incredibly open about the taboos associated with mental health and sharing it/trying to help others, this is amazing. Fantastic effort. If I can help in any way, hit me up. — Onepeg (@OnepegMG) April 21, 2022 While FaZe Kalei and Twitch streamer Froste echoed Onepegs thoughts with similar comments. This is the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen a content creator do. My respect for you continues to grow — Froste 💯 (@Froste) April 21, 2022 Since Train mentioned this first post is just a general announcement, it’s safe to expect more updates closer to the launch of his new project. We’ll be sure to update our readers as more information is made available. In the meantime, check out our entertainment news hub.

“Train Karen” fired after viral drunken confrontation with NYC tourists RedditA drunken woman dubbed a “train Karen” has been identified and fired from her job after she lashed out at German tourists in a viral video. 30-year-old Brianna Pinnix has been sacked from her recruitment job at Capital Rx after a wild video surfaced where she got into a heated confrontation with Germans visiting New York City. The viral footage made rounds earlier in October when the woman began freaking out at passengers on a train while her boyfriend tried to de-escalate the situation, even threatening to break up with her if she didn’t stop. During the feud, the seemingly drunk Pinnix demanded the Germans, “get the f**k out of our country” and shouted, “let’s not let immigrants take up our country.” Train Karen sacked after viral rant against immigrants According to The Daily Mail, Pinnix was a senior talent acquisition specialist at Capital Rx, but lost her job almost immediately after her rant exploded online. “Our company has a zero-tolerance policy around prejudicial or discriminatory behavior. After conducting a review of the circumstances, we acted immediately and terminated the employee in question,” Capital Rx said in a statement. “The former employee’s actions and words are not representative of Capital Rx, and we offer our sincerest apology to those who were hurt.” Despite the woman’s antics, the German tourists never retaliated and remained in good spirits, although one did get out of their seat defensively when the Karen put her hands on him. It’s not clear what caused the woman’s drunken outburst or if her partner ended up leaving her as a result of this whole ordeal. New Jersey Transit has condemned the behavior and encourages others to report incidents like this to staff and crew members. This isn’t the first time a Karen’s antics have caused trouble onboard transportation. Back in January, a woman was exposed and kicked off a flight for hoping all passengers “crash and die.”

Train passenger denied entry to accessible toilet for not ‘looking’ disabled TIKTOK: realtomsargentA train passenger took to TikTok to call out Sydney Trains for allegedly denying him entry to an accessible toilet because he didn’t ‘look’ disabled. In his TikTok video, Tom Sargent (realtomsargent) said he tried to use the equal access restroom at Sydney’s Central Station but was stopped by a train worker. “I have just been denied entry to the disabled/unisex toilet here because ‘I don’t look like I need it enough’,” the frustrated train passenger said. “For reasons I won’t go into, when I use a public toilet, I have to use the disabled toilet otherwise I can get panic attacks.” When Tom asked an employee to unlock the accessible toilet for him, the staff member asked who it was for and when finding out it was for him, claimed the bathroom was “for disabled people only.” The TikToker then asked how he would know he isn’t disabled just from looking at him, to which the Sydney Trains worker allegedly responded: “Look at you, you look good man, Yeah, no, no you’re fine. Go and use the other one.” “First of all, the fact he said to me you are clearly not disabled, you look absolutely fine is like, how ridiculous,” Tom said. “People with MS, autistic spectrum disorder or IBS – I actually do have IBS but that’s not my reason for not being able to use the regular toilet – you can’t tell that from looking at them.” He also explained that there could be other reasons for people needing to use an accessible toilet, including people who have endured traumatic experiences. The TikToker said he was upset about the situation, but he walked upstairs to use a different disabled toilet, and was “thankfully” granted access. A Sydney Trains spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia that they were undertaking an investigation of what happened. “As part of our commitment to inclusion, Sydney Trains has recently implemented the “Sunflower Program” to raise awareness about hidden disabilities and how we can support customers who might need assistance,” the spokesperson said.

Tragic Super Mario Maker level is a roller coaster of emotions DesertPogona TwitterSuper Mario Maker players have been creating some of the most bizarre and challenging levels that the Jumpman has ever come across, but one stage design took audiences through a surprising emotional ride. The sequel to the popular stage-builder Super Mario Maker 2 released June 28, 2019 and players have been going wild with the bevy of new level design tools that came with the sequel. Along with the hordes of near-impossible to completely chaotic level runs made in the game, some players opt to use the builder for the purposes of deep and immersive story-telling that can be seen on display in this riveting level. Art can truly come from strange sources. Twitch streamer ‘DesertP’ shared one of his latest creations but it might not be eligible to upload to the game’s servers since it has various elements that perfectly integrate comedy, Goomba scenes and tragedy. “This ‘level’ is rated R so I cannot upload it,” DesertP said of his provocative tragedy. “It’s a story designed to make you feel a stirring of emotions. I want the player to know the tragic life of this Goombrat.” The content creator said he wanted to give “mature gamers” a look into the tragic origin story for a horror-stuck Goobrat who’s family is taken away by a seemingly random act of violence from a stalking Thwomp. this “level” is rated R so i cannot upload it. its a story designed to make you feel a stirring of emotions. i want the player to know the tragic life of this goombrat. i want them to see his highs and lows. this is a story for mature gamers like myself. calling it a “level” is w pic.twitter.com/njWj3YbU4J — DesertPogona (@DesertPogona) July 24, 2019 For those having a hard time interpreting the cinematic masterpiece, DesertP’s fans broke down all of the scenes presented by the “visionary” story-teller. The first scene finds two Goobas finding love, the next shows a portrayal of Goomba love which leads to the following act of them having a baby assisted by Dr. Koopa Troopa. Then trouble brews as the next stage shows a happy family in the foreground, as there is a malicious Thwomp looking down on them far in the distance. The story takes a dark, dark turn for the happy Goomba family. Tragedy strikes as the Thwomp make its move by killing the mother and her son. Goombrat is seen mourning his family at the foot of their graves, leaving him with nothing to live for and only one thing on his mind: revenge. Ending the skit is the images of Goombrat with weapon in hand leaving his room to seek out his ultimate goal. The whole stage is an incredible feat of skill and creativity from DesertP and is an excellent reminder for the Super Mario Maker community of the possibilities that can come out from the game.

Trailer for Jlo’s ‘This is Me… Now’ album & movie has fans freaking out Youtube: Jennifer LopezJennifer Lopez dropped an official teaser trailer for her forthcoming This is Me… Now album and movie, and fans are freaking out. Her third studio album, Jlo‘s This is Me… Then arrived amidst a media frenzy surrounding the singer’s relationship with Ben Affleck. With the album dedicated to her beau, the 12-track project contributed greatly to the media craze. To celebrate the album’s legacy, Jlo issued a 20th anniversary edition in 2022 which featured additional remixes and radio edits. With the release behind her, the singer/dancer looks to the future with the forthcoming release of This is Me… Now album, as well as an accompanying movie. Jlo dropped a teaser trailer for her new album/movie On November 27, Jlo surprised fans with the release of a teaser trailer for her new album and movie. This is Me… Now, dubbed a “musical experience,” will be released on Amazon Prime on February 16, 2024. In the clip, Jlo sits beside a roaring fireplace and reads a tear-stained letter, signed with a simple B. She then tosses it into the flames. “When I was a little girl, when someone asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, my answer was always… in love,” she says in a voiceover. Fan reaction has been swift, with many freaking out over the clip. “OMG i know this gonna be HUGE,” screamed one fan. “I am more anxious than ever to see what this is all about. It is not about just your talents, but about what defines you,” added another. You know before “”The Mother”” came out I was really excited waiting to see it. But now, after seeing all of your little teasers, I am more anxious than ever to see what this is all about. It is not about just your talents, but about what defines you as being Jennifer Lopez.💐 — DebraJLo Follow jlo@JLo (@debrajlo) November 27, 2023 A third fan predicted the impending LP as “the most love-filled album of the century!” “MY JENNY, WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE HOW I FEEL! I’VE DREAMED OF THIS ALBUM FOR SO LONG,” wrote another. “We’re ready for reality, music, film, and Jlo’s experience…. She is the reason women run it…,” said user Mr Jglow. MY JENNY, WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE HOW I FEEL! I’VE DREAMED OF THIS ALBUM FOR SO LONG! ❤️ — gökçe ✨ (@jenfrombx) November 27, 2023 We re ready for reality , music, film and Jlo’ experience…. She is the reason women women run it… — MR JGLOW (@jumbosecond) November 27, 2023 “It’s truly a musical experience like never before,” said a fan, quipping, “I need to replace my TV with a new one with better picture quality.” Another fan couldn’t hold back their excitement either, writing, “IM SCREAMING!!!! jen!!! you will always be worth the wait omg!!!” “THE QUEEN OF MUSIC IS COMING BACK,” commented another. IM SCREAMING!!!! jen!!! you will always be worth the wait omg!!! #THISISMENOW — Gabbi♡ (@gpolson37) November 27, 2023 Jlo last released an all-original album in 2014 with A.K.A. In 2022, she starred in and contributed music to the feature film, Marry Me, which also starred Owen Wilson, Baluma, Chloe Coleman, and Sarah Silverman. Stay tuned to Dexerto for all your entertainment needs.

Trader Joe’s mini tote bags being resold for insane prices following Stanley Cup craze Trader Joe’sA $2.99 tote bag being sold by Trader Joe’s has proven such a hit with shoppers that people are reselling them online for up to $999.99 USD. A few months ago, it was the Stanley Cup, but now another innocuous everyday item has suddenly become the trendiest thing to be seen carrying. The item in question is a mini canvas tote being sold for a limited time at Trader Joe’s, that has skyrocketed in popularity. The bag, which comes in four colors: yellow, red, green and navy blue, is available in stores for $2.99. But they’ve proven so popular that listings are appearing on sites such as eBay, and they’re boasting astronomical price tags as high as $999.99 USD. Still, there are other resellers who aren’t asking quite as high a figure, with one listing sets of three for $69.99 USD. Although it’s still quite a markup on the original price tag. “I went to a Trader Joe’s yesterday and the phones were off the hook with people calling about the totes,” One user posted on the r/traderjoes subreddit. The user expressed their confusion, claiming to be “baffled by the mini tote craze”. “Have you seen the Stanley craze?” Another user replied, referencing the viral popularity of Stanley Cups. Then going on to say they’d “stopped asking” why people get “obsessed” with “mundane items.” However, many other users chimed in defending the bag, noting thanks to its size it could be used as a lunch bag, or just as a “cute” everyday accessory.

Traffic warden goes viral after getting ‘life changing’ donation from TikToker & fans TikTok: MDMotivatorA traffic warden has gone viral after she became the subject of a TikToker’s charitable video, which led to his fans donating over $50,000 to her. If you’ve scrolled through TikTok for a few minutes or hours, you’ve more than likely come across a video where someone is giving away money or something to a random stranger. That was the case in Zachery Dereniwoki’s May 15 video as he was looking to take to a Detroit Tigers baseball game. He offered traffic warden Linita Edge the chance to buy his jersey for just $1, and she accepted. Just she didn’t know if she could get off work early to go. After consulting with her boss, Zach got things sorted out, and even gave her $500 on top of the free ticket. That was enough to have Linita tearing up, noting that things were financially tight at home. Though, it got even crazier. That initial clip picked up over 10.6 million views at the time of writing, and attracted the attention of both Zach’s fans and the Detroit community. As a result, they pitched in a further $50,000 to a GoFundMe that the TikToker had set up for her, and she was presented with a cheque at a Tigers game. Upon hearing the figure, Linita dropped to her knees in disbelief, again tearing up, and letting out a “Thank God!” in the process. She even got to appear on CBS Detroit, noting that the interaction with the TikToker “was like he was on a heavenly sent assignment,” before adding, “Who knew a t-shirt would change my life?” The follow-up clip, where Linita was presented with the cheque, has amassed over 6.4 million itself, with thousands of fans being moved by the situation. “Of all people, I’m glad she’s receiving these blessings,” said one. “I love her!” added another. “She deserves this! Her reponse about her kids was everything!” commented another. As it stands, the GoFundMe is still taking in donations despite smashing its $50,000 goal and Linita is back on the job, directing traffic in Detroit.

Trader Joe’s customer goes viral with hack to make McDonald’s McGriddles at home FlikrA woman on TikTok shared a viral hack to make McDonald’s McGriddles at home, using a dupe from Trader Joe’s, but it’s left viewers divided. Fast-food prices are experiencing an exponential rise. Even chains like McDonald’s, which consumers considered to be a safe option, are hiking their prices up. As of October 2023, the brand has enjoyed a 14% increase in revenue. This is due to “strategic menu price increases”, resulting in their profits rising to $3.314 billion, up by 8.84% compared to previous years. This has led many TikTokers to search for hacks that can help customers to save money. One creative dupe was shared on the platform, and uses a simple ingredient purchased from Trader Joe’s. How to make a homemade McGriddle TikTok user, therealnajahlamis, shared her simple hack to recreate the ever-popular McGriddle. In the video, she reveals her creation to fans, which looks surprisingly similar to McDonald’s breakfast treat. After a shot of the completed McGriddle, she reveals the item that fuelled her creation. A simple pack of Trader Joe’s Dutch Griddle Cakes. “It’s McGriddles at the house,” she exclaims. Significantly cheaper than a restaurant-bought McGriddle, which weighs in at $5.49 in some locations, an eight-pack of Trader Joe’s Dutch Griddle Cakes will only cost you $3.49. Commenters were excited, to say the least. One wrote, “This just made my day,” while another said it was a “Game changer.” A couple of commenters who had tried the dupe, however, were rather dubious. One said, “I felt like these tasted like McDonald’s pancakes rather than McGriddles.” But with fast food prices on the up, it’s definitely a winner for many.

Tractor rams through Waffle House parking lot in “high speed” police chase TikTok: HeyItsEndiaA viral video on TikTok shows the first-hand view of a “high-speed” police chase as a man rammed a stolen tractor through the Waffle House parking lot. With over a billion monthly users on TikTok, there’s no telling what type of content may go viral on the app. One style of content that goes viral quite often is videos showing high speed chases, with thieves crashing into houses, getting tripped by pizza delivery guys, and some people even post videos of them fleeing on their channel. The latest viral police chase video shows a man in a stolen John Deere tractor ramming through a Waffle House parking lot, damaging vehicles in the process. Man rams through Waffle House parking lot in tractor Uploaded on July 13, 2023, TikToker HeyItsEndia was inside of the Waffle House eating when the police and stolen tractor made its way into the parking lot. With police blocking the man in, he decided to ram his way past the cruiser and hit a parked car just as officers climbed up to apprehend the tractor thief. “POV: You’re at Waffle House and there is a high-speed chase in the parking lot,” the video read. “Atlanta is literally GTA. All I want to know is where he was going with that tractor.” The video has been viewed over 13 million times as of writing, with 32,400 comments from viewers reacting to the clip. “A high-speed chase on a tractor??? How?” one user asked. Another replied: “Whoever phone this is, your camera is on point. I feel like I’m next to you.” “I’m invested where was he going in the tractor,” a third replied. The man was arrested by police before he had the chance to leave the parking lot. In other Waffle House news, check out who people thought was dancing in an employee uniform.

Tracy Chapman fans applaud groundbreaking CMA Awards win Wikimedia Commons, Hans HillewaertSinger-songwriter Tracy Chapman becomes the first Black woman to win Song of the Year, taking home the trophy for “Fast Car” at the 2023 CMA Awards, and fans applaud the groundbreaking moment. You can’t have the singer-songwriter genre without the work of Tracy Chapman. Having sold more than 20 million records, she has influenced generations of rising artists. Chapman issued her Grammy-winning eponymous debut album in 1988. Over the next 30+ years, she has carved out her place among the true greats of pop and folk music. Songs like “Fast Car,” “Baby Can I Hold You,” and “Crossroads” are a few of her biggest achievements. With countless more records under her belt, including 2000’s Telling Stories, she never once compromised her creative integrity for the sake of radio play or critic appeal. She was and has always been authentic to herself and her work. Tracy Chapman wins big at CMA Awards During the 2023 CMA Awards, Chapman took home Song of the Year for her iconic “Fast Car.” She became the first Black woman to ever win the honor. Her song “Fast Car” saw new life this year when country star Luke Combs covered it, and it became a smash on radio and streaming. Fans immediately took to Twitter/X to express their joy over the distinction, with one user suggesting Chapman and Combs should duet. While Chapman wasn’t present for the ceremony, she did prepare a statement, which presenter Sara Evans read at the show. “I’m sorry I couldn’t join you all tonight,” she wrote. “It’s truly an honor for my song to be newly recognized after 35 years of its debut.” Others were quick to note how Chapman’s career goes far and beyond this one song. One Twitter user said: “I love that Tracy Chapman is trending for winning a CMA award for Fast Car, but she is so much more than that song. She is one of the most underrated artists of our time. To write the songs she writes with a voice like that – that’s what real talent looks like.” “Just a reminder: Tracy Chapman wrote a hell of a lot of good songs,” one user commented. Combs’ version of “Fast Car” also took home Single of the Year. During his speech, he made sure to thank Tracy Chapman for writing it. “First and foremost, I want to thank Tracy Chapman for writing one of the best songs of all time,” he said. “I just recorded it because I loved the song. It’s the first favorite song that I ever had, at 4 years old.”

Towel-clad man helps cops catch suspect jumping out window in wild viral video RedditA wild clip is going viral on Reddit, showing a man wearing nothing but a towel drying off in a hostel room when, suddenly, a man breaks into the scene being chased by police. It’s not every day that something this strange is caught on camera – but in this case, it has to be seen to be believed. In the clip, a man in a towel is minding his own business when suddenly, someone breaks into his room and tries to escape through a window. If that wasn’t weird enough already, cops follow him and try to apprehend the suspect. “Stop where you are! Stop now!” the officer cries as the suspect attempts to get through the window. Requiring some assistance, the female officer even asks the towel-clad man to help her out by grabbing onto the suspect’s legs until other cops arrive. By the end of the clip, the towel-clad man can’t help but laugh at what he just experienced. The strangeness of the video has caused it to skyrocket to the top of Reddit, garnering over 78,000 upvotes. Redditor claiming to be towel-clad man reveals the truth Interestingly, in the comments, a user claiming to be the man who was drying off replied to the thread to provide some insight after another poster claimed he was a drug addict. “This happened in my second year at university whilst staying [in] private accommodation,” he wrote. “I’d just got out of the shower when I heard shouting in the corridor following by a guy rushing into my room. “He was followed by a police officer. She asked for my help to apprehend him so I helped her by grabbing his leg. She then pepper sprayed him also getting me. She then cuffed him and back up arrived.” According to the user, the reason he had a camera in his room was because he had been robbed earlier in the year, and had the camera directed towards his valuable items at the window. Additionally, he was on the first floor, so the suspect would likely not have been hurt by jumping out. Whether or not the Redditor is telling the truth remains to be seen, but it does clear up several things people were confused about in the clip. In any case, this unexpected police showdown in an unassuming man’s hostel room has made for one of the wildest video clips we’ve seen in quite some time.

Toy Story 3 remake goes viral as brothers make entire movie IRL Toy Story 3 IRL, YouTubeTwo brothers have gone viral after they finally finished their eight-year-long project of recreating Toy Story 3 shot-by-shot in a stop-motion style movie. Going viral on the internet is a little bit easier to do nowadays than a few years ago, but there’s a reason everybody is talking about this incredible video that Morgan and Mason McGrew. The pair used the same animation method that has been used to create classics like Wallace and Gromit in the United Kingdom, as well as Wes Anderson’s critically acclaimed movie Isle of Dogs. Like any painstaking process, it takes blood, sweat, and tears, but above all – especially with something like this – it also takes a ridiculous eye for detail and some high-level patience to get everything right. The brothers premiered the video back on January 25, showing it off on the ‘Toy Story 3 IRL’ YouTube channel that they have used to give fans updates on the project as well as short clips and even a feature trailer. Their eight years of hard work all paid off though, as the shot-by-shot recreation of the now-iconic third Toy Story movie kicked off with a recreation of the classic Disney Movies and Pixar intros – completely in the stop-motion fashion of the movie. Though, seeing as they didn’t quite have the editing budget of Pixar, the brothers had to rope in a few extras to play a few key roles, especially with the emotional hand over of toys at the end between Andy and Bonnie. Despite debuting on YouTube a few days earlier, the video gained a Twitter ‘moment’ thanks to PopSugar, with the brothers chiming in on their incredible feat, using it to give other motion about passion projects of their own. If you don’t get it right the first time, don’t give up. Learn from what works and what doesn’t. One of the many things I’ve learned the past 8 Years working on the Toy Story 3 IRL project:https://t.co/csVpxjCjum#TuesdayMotivation pic.twitter.com/QAYudH63RG — Mason McGrew (@mcgrew_mason) January 28, 2020 Even though it took eight years, and there has been a new Toy Story movie released since, its hard not to be impressed by their work. Will there be a follow-up surrounding Toy Story 4? Who knows, but we’re sure the internet wouldn’t be against it. Hopefully, it wouldn’t take nearly another decade either.

Tourist sparks outrage after crashing wedding proposal in viral video TikTok, Instagram: jordanemmcgowanA tourist is sparking outrage on TikTok after crashing a heartfelt wedding proposal in a video that’s racking up hundreds of thousands of views. TikTok is home to a slew of viral content — but some clips spark more of a debate than others. For instance, one woman stirred up a conversation in her comments section after ordering Chipotle for delivery in the middle of a flood, with some users sympathizing with her need for a burrito while others were aghast that she’d put someone in hazardous conditions to deliver her meal. Now, another video is causing a stir… and quite a few commenters are convinced that the whole thing was intentional. “Oblivious” tourist crashes wedding proposal in viral video TikToker Jordan McGowan is going viral on the video-sharing app after uploading a clip of herself being proposed to by her now-fiancee in a scenic location overlooking a waterfall in Reykjavik, Iceland. The romantic moment took the chill out of the frosty air and warmed everyone’s hearts… well, all except one woman, who was too busy taking photos of the surrounding scenery to notice that she was crashing the proposal happening right in front of her. Luckily, Jordan wasn’t too phased by the tourist interrupting their moment and even found the ordeal “funny.” “Honestly I find it funny,” she captioned her video, which has garnered nearly half a million views at the time of writing. “No harm done. It’s a laugh to watch.” However, commenters aren’t necessarily sharing her sentiments. More than a few have suggested that the tourist crashed the proposal on purpose, while others think she was just oblivious about what was going on in front of her and too focused on her phone. “You can’t convince me she didn’t do that on purpose,” one user suggested. “She knew exactly what was happening and she did it on purpose,” another said. “The way her phone would’ve been over that edge,” another admitted. This is far from the first time a crashed wedding proposal has taken over social media; back in 2022, a Disneyland Paris employee sparked outrage online after interrupting a couple’s proposal by directing them to celebrate their love in a different location at the park.

Tourist returns from boat party to find her hostel has burned down TIKTOK: mafaldavidigalA Portuguese TikToker enjoying a gap year in Central America was left speechless after returning from a boat party to find her hostel had burned down. In a viral clip, Mafalda Vidigal (mafaldavidigal) showed bits of clothes and a bed frame with burn markings on them. The traveler said that after attending a boat party in Guatamala, she came back to her hostel to find that the building had burned down. “[I] don’t have a piece of clothing to [my] name, let alone a passport to go home,” she wrote in the text over her video, which has amassed over 20 million views. “I must say, I don’t like this plot twist. Trying to keep the ‘everyone is fine’ mindset and focus on that.” Mafalda later revealed that she and her friend were given documents from the police to confirm that they had lost their property and travel documents in a fire. They reached out to the Spanish embassy for help and received a one-day passport so they could fly out to Mexico. From there, the pair visited the Portuguese embassy and managed to get a new passport. In a subsequent video, Mafalda showed her luggage, which was only a plastic bag of clothes, basic items and a small handbag. “Of course we don’t have to pack because that is literally the only thing we own,” the tourist said. TikTok users in the comments were stunned by the whole situation. “Please say y’all were at least sober, I cannot imagine being wasted and having to deal with this,” one wrote. “Standing in a bikini inside your recently burned down hotel room is really a vibe I never want to experience,” another said. “This is absolutely horrifying, but at least you aren’t by yourself and everyone is physically okay,” a third added. For more entertainment news and viral stories, be sure to check out our coverage on Dexerto.

Tourist causes mass outrage after carving his and partner’s names into Colosseum David Köhler/Unsplash, rytz5873/YouTubeA tourist has sparked outrage in Italy after he was caught on video scrawling the name of his apparent lover into the walls of the 2000-year-old Colosseum. Mankind has always been a fan of graffiti. Even cavemen used to paint on the cave walls to tell stories about their tribes and adventures. But as society evolved, this practice got highly frowned upon when being done in public places. So when a tourist was seen carving his and his partner’s names into the 2000-year-old Colosseum walls, people were not happy about it. Even though he was caught on video, the man only smiled at the camera when he was confronted by another tourist. The tourist went on to get a guard who reportedly didn’t try to stop the vandal. Man carved his name into the Colosseum walls A video was posted on YouTube where a fellow tourist, Ryan Lutz, of Orange, California filmed the tourist carving the wall in a video titled “Asshole tourist carves name in Colosseum in Rome 6-23-23.” The man used keys to scrawl “Ivan+Haley 23” into the walls of the ancient Roman structure, also known as the Flavian Amphitheater. “Are you f**king serious, man?” the person who recorded the video can be heard saying to the culprit before the man turned around and smiled. Lutz told AP News that he tried to get a guard to take action, but neither the guard nor his supervisor did anything, even after Lutz identified the man and offered to share the video with the guards. Reputo gravissimo, indegno e segno di grande inciviltà, che un turista sfregi uno dei luoghi più celebri al mondo, il Colosseo, per incidere il nome della sua fidanzata. Spero che chi ha compiuto questo gesto venga individuato e sanzionato secondo le nostre leggi. pic.twitter.com/p8Jss1GWuY — Gennaro Sangiuliano (@g_sangiuliano) June 26, 2023 The video was quickly picked up by several Italian news outlets and sparked a national outrage, which has now spread globally. “I consider it very serious, unworthy, and a sign of great incivility that a tourist defaces one of the most famous places in the world, the Colosseum, to engrave the name of his fiancée,” Italy’s culture minister, Gennaro Sangiuliano said on Twitter, according to a translation by CBS News. The man has not been publicly identified. But if caught by police, he could face more than $16,000 in fines and up to five years behind bars, according to the Italian news agency ANSA. Italy’s Minister of Tourism, Daniela Santanche, said she hoped the man would be punished “so that he understands the gravity of the gesture.” “We cannot allow those who visit our nation to feel free to behave in this way,” Santanche said, according to the Associated Press. The man’s action has caused a global outrage In response to seeing the video, several people have expressed their thoughts on the incident. In response to Sangiuliano’s tweet, one person wrote: “Fine him $25,000 or 5 years in jail, for defacing a national historical treasure, will take that smile off his face.” Another said: “I’d send him to clean all the walls in Rome.” “A moron, like the “activists” who deface monuments and fountains to save the environment,” a third person said. A fourth wrote: “In their home, they have nothing of authentic history, this being comes from a country where everything is fake.”

Tourist horrified after spotting three-meter snake in hotel swimming pool TIKTOK: elisabethelektraA British tourist staying in Thailand went viral on TikTok after spotting a three-meter-long snake in her hotel swimming pool. Content creator Elisabeth Elektra took to TikTok to share a video of the enormous critter as it swam around the pool, which was lit up by color-changing lights. “I’m on holiday in Thailand and there is a 12 foot snake in the swimming pool,” she wrote over the video, which has garnered 773,000 views. The clip then showed a staff member at the resort eyeing up the large snake, before waving over colleagues for backup. Another employee could then be seen using a tiny net to retrieve the creature, which lashed back when they touched it. However, staff were eventually successful in fishing out the snake, as the video continued: “The hotel staff moved it to safety, one of them stroked its head as they moved it to reassure it.” In the comments, horrified TikTok users swore off visiting Thailand upon seeing the 12-foot creature. “Yep, looks like I’m not going to Thailand,” one wrote. “Officially deleted from my holiday list,” another agreed. “Welp guess I’ll never visit Thailand now,” a third said. Others, however, were more welcoming towards the snake. “Unless there is a sign that says ‘No snakes allowed,’ I don’t see any problem,” one user commented. “Well, she or he just came to say welcome to Thailand and say hi to you, wish you a nice stay,” another one wrote. “Special complimentary show from hotel, hope you enjoy,” a third joked. Another poked fun at the hotel staff’s efforts to get rid of the snake, asking, “What on earth is that little net meant to do.” This is just the latest large animal to take over TikTok, after a terrifying giant octopus left viewers freaking out.

Tory Lanez hits back at claims that he wasn’t actually playing Friday Fortnite UMGPopular rapper Tory Lanez has hit out at players and fans following his insane plays during KEEMSTAR’s Friday Fortnite tournament, as some suggested it wasn’t actually him playing. Before Epic Games announced that they would be investing $100 million into their esports prize pool for the year, hosting tournaments such as the weekly World Cup Qualifiers, Friday Fortnite was seen as the biggest tournament of the week and featured many of the top players battling it out. The tournament was hosted by KEEMSTAR, who announced the return of Friday Fortnite after FaZe Banks decided to use the money they collected from Tfue amid the contract drama, to sponsor the tournament’s prize pool for a few weeks. The Canadian rapper, Tory Lanez was among some of the biggest names in gaming for the return of the fan-favorite tournament, and he had some choice words for people who didn’t believe he was playing, after beating some of the tournament favorites, Ghost Aydan and 100 Thieves’ Elevate. Although Tory Lanez was streaming on Twitch during the first few rounds of the tournament, many fans were skeptical that it was him playing as he did not have a webcam or a microphone on during his stream. Tory Lanez posted a short video addressing some of the claims and stated that people were just mad because of how good he was, saying “I came and bodied a bunch of y’all on Fortnite. I’m a rapper and y’all mad because I bodied you?” He then told popular streamer, SypherPK that he could have the win in their scheduled match, as they were both part of the same team, Luminosity Gaming, saying, “Yo Sypher, You can have the next game bro, you’re Luminosity imma give it to you.” Read More: NRG Esports’ MrSavage and Benjyfishy win $20,000 Friday Fortnite – $10K winner, recap, highlights, final placements – Tory Lanez went on to play the Loser’s Quarterfinal out after he had turned the stream offline and did end up falling to SypherPK and High Distortion placing top 6 in the tournament. Despite the controversy, Friday Fortnite was seen as a massive success overall as viewer numbers rivaled that of the Fortnite World Cup Qualifiers, with over 10 million unique viewers.

‘Topless’ streamer Morgpie praises Twitch for new sexual guidelines changes Instagram: bigguswombusTwitch streamer ‘Morgpie,’ famous for popularizing the ‘topless’ meta going viral on the site, has responded after the platform made big changes to its guidelines on sexual content. Twitch has been inundated with various ‘metas’ in the past that many viewers believed skirted the site’s guidelines on sexual content. For instance, Twitch’s infamous hot tub meta took over the internet in 2021 until the platform created a new category specifically for those kinds of streams. In December 2023, a new meta went viral on Twitch, where female streamers would appear to broadcast while topless. Cosplayer, streamer, and OnlyFans model Morgpie popularized this meta after a clip from her broadcast went viral on Twitter/X. The strategy sparked outrage online from viewers who demanded Twitch make changes to what is and isn’t allowed on their website — and on December 13, Twitch obliged. Morgpie reacts after Twitch makes changes to sexual content The site rolled out major changes to its policies on sexual content, most notably now allowing “content that ‘deliberately highlights breasts, buttocks or pelvic region,’ even when fully clothed,” provided it is properly labeled. That’s not all; content that is labeled as “Drugs, Intoxication, or Excessive Tobacco Use; Violent and Graphic Depictions; Gambling; and/or Sexual Themes” will no longer appear on Twitch’s home page. Morgpie, who received a ban from Twitch amid the outrage over her ‘topless’ streams on December 11 and is still banned, actually had praise for the platform’s big changes. In an exclusive statement to Dexerto, Morgpie applauded Twitch for allowing mature content, calling its adjustments to the homepage a win for everyone. “I care about Twitch as a platform, and I care about whether or not inappropriate content is being pushed to the wrong audience,” she told us. “With the updated terms of service, content on Twitch containing mature themes will be allowed but no longer pushed on the homepage of the site. I think this is the best possible outcome, because it gives creators much more freedom, while also keeping this content from reaching the wrong audience. Bravo, Twitch!” At the time of writing, Morgpie remains banned on Twitch — and while she didn’t disclose the length of her ban, she did say she has a major comeback planned for the future.

Topless Twitch streamer goes live in public & gets stream sniped LivStixsA seemingly topless Twitch streamer went live from her car while in public. Yet, she isn’t in violation of the ToS. She did, however, get stream sniped by a viewer who gave her gifts and attracted the attention of others in public. The topless Twitch meta has been a wild time on the platform, as the “artistic nudity” fiasco led to some chaos and many are still skirting the line of what’s possible under the site’s current community guidelines. Several streamers have been streaming “topless” with a camera angle that cuts off at the nipple, leaving it a bit ambiguous as to whether they’re actually nude or not. However, it’s become a popular trend on Twitch. One streamer by the name of LivStixs took things to the next level by streaming topless in public and getting stream sniped by a viewer who gave her gifts. Topless Twitch streamer gets stream sniped by viewer Though Twitch’s community guidelines have shifted substantially recently, the platform still allows streamers to be live “topless” as long as no nudity is being shown on screen. LivStixs took this meta into public when she livestreamed from her car for hours at a time and interacted with hundreds of viewers as she sat in her car topless. During the display, she got stream sniped by a viewer named Justin who found the exact Florida parking lot she was in, interacted with her for almost 30 minutes, and brought her gifts. Justin also confirmed that she was wearing “nothing but a necklace” as truckers circled the parking lot and honked at the streamer. Liv also claimed that she’d have hugged Justin before he left if she didn’t have to “hold things down”. While there’s a possibility that both she and Justin were leading the stream on, there’s also a fair likelihood she was displaying public nudity while live on Twitch. “It’s not often that you run into a woman in a parking lot wearing nothing but a necklace. What can you do?” commented Justin a short time after the clip above. Liv also commented about being scared of getting her oil on Justin, which was followed by him immediately touching her leg to see if it was oily. She commented about that being the spot where she “rubs it off when there’s too much on my hand,” followed by Justin commenting about that being “where the chat rubs it off, too.” Regardless, the interaction seemed to be consensual and Liv was sad when he was gone. And, regardless of feelings on her method of streaming, what she’s doing is technically not in violation of Twitch’s guidelines because she isn’t showing anything inappropriate on stream. With it being likely that Liv was completely topless in public as she streamed on Twitch, it’s hard to guess what streamers will do next to push the limits of Twitch’s community guidelines.

Top YouTube Fortnite streamer Nick Eh 30 explains surprise move to Twitch Twitter / NickEh30One of the most popular streamers on YouTube, Nick Eh 30, has announced that he will be moving to broadcast exclusively on Twitch on September 1, explaining the move in one of his final YouTube livestreams. There has been speculation that big streamers might follow Ninja’s example by switching away from Twitch to join Mixer, a move which shocked the community. However, Nick Eh 30 has moved in the opposite direction, joining Twitch as a streamer for the first time, moving over his millions of fans from YouTube. The Big Announcement! https://t.co/osyFjCi6Ve pic.twitter.com/SYfPVUbuet — Nick Eh 30 (@NickEh30) August 29, 2019 On his August 29 stream, shortly after the announcement, the YouTuber explained his reasoning for the switch, as some fans were concerned about losing their loyalty streaks as members, YouTube’s equivalent of Twitch subscribers. “Twitch is the home of the world’s top gamers,” Nick explained, “one of the biggest reasons why I decided to switch was so many new features that Twitch offers, that’ll allow us to better engage, better chat, better moderation, and just have a much more positive and family-friendly community.” To reassure loyal viewers, Nick clarified, “Twitch will be honoring everyone’s member loyalty (…) So, if you’re a member now, that badge is going to transfer over.” Thank you @Twitch for welcoming the Eh Team and I to the family today! pic.twitter.com/YcUG6Hlid9 — Nick Eh 30 (@NickEh30) August 29, 2019 For fans who prefer YouTube’s platform, the streamer also confirmed that all his VOD’s and videos will remain there. “If you guys miss any of my Twitch streams, you can come to my (YouTube) channel and there will be highlights that we’ll be making,” Nick explained, clarifying that he still aims to post multiple videos a week. It’s a big loss for YouTube but a major gain for Twitch, as Nick Eh 30’s Fortnite streams would often pull in upwards of 10,000 concurrent viewers. It will be intriguing to see how he fairs on the Amazon-owned platform given the increased competition, with the biggest names in Fortnite like Tfue, Mongraal and NICKMERCS to contend with viewership.

Top YouTubers panic as scammers impersonate them in private messages Some of YouTube’s most popular creators are being impersonated by scammers, who are targeting fans through direct messages on YouTube and Twitter with the promise of exclusive giveaways. News YouTuber Philip DeFranco opened up his Wednesday show with a warning to viewers, showing a screenshot of a YouTube message from an account with a similar name and profile picture, which claimed that the recipient had won a “random subscriber” giveaway. “Hi, thanks for commenting on my videos!” the message began. “I am selecting a random user from my subscriber list for a surprise gift and you have just won it!” Philip Defranco isn’t the only popular YouTuber being impersonated, either; YouTubers such as MrBeast, Shane Dawson, Jeffree Star, and James Charles are likewise being targeted with similar messages, each of which include a suspicious link that likely leads to malware. “Hey YouTube, I’m pretty sure 97% of messages sent on YouTube are scammers impersonating big YouTubers,” MrBeast said of the matter in a Tweet. “Please fix this or remove it. No one uses it, and it’s screwing over lots of people.” Hey @YouTube I’m pretty sure 97% of messages sent on YouTube, are scammers impersonating big youtubers. Please fix this or remove it, no one uses it and it’s screwing over lots of people. I get thousands of comments and tons of tweets about this every day. pic.twitter.com/y5SY4S2yza — MrBeast (@MrBeastYT) January 20, 2019 YouTube has since responded to the debacle, claiming that they are currently enacting further safety measures to prevent such scams from taking advantage of users. “We’re in the process of implementing additional measures to prevent impersonation like this,” the company wrote via Twitter. “In the meantime, your subs can protect themselves by blocking any account that is spamming them.” Thanks for reporting on this spam issue! We’re in the process of implementing additional measures to prevent impersonation like this. In the meantime, your subs can protect themselves by blocking any account that is spamming them: https://t.co/uieSAi4k7Z — Team YouTube (@TeamYouTube) January 23, 2019

Top streamers are saying “Twitch is done” after xQc Kick deal xQc | TwitterAfter xQc signed a massive deal with Kick, some of the top streamers on Twitch and beyond aren’t optimistic about Twitch’s future. For a while, Twitch was the premiere livestreaming platform. It exploded in popularity in the late 2010s and only further grew in 2020, partially due to people having to find something to do while being forced indoors. However, the livestreaming giant has had competitors pop up as of late, vying to create a thriving livestreaming platform of their own. And, while YouTube has been competing with Twitch for years, Kick has come out of nowhere in recent times and signed some massive streamers. With xQc, a streamer who consistently pulls tens of thousands of live viewers, signing with Kick, other top streamers in the space are convinced this could be the final nail in the coffin for Twitch. Streamers say “Twitch is done” after xQc Kick deal Considering xQc’s status on Twitch, it’s no surprise that getting him off the platform came at a high price. That combined with people calling out Twitch for the Partner plus program’s implementation and the recent controversy around their since-rescinded set of rules about “burned-in” advertisements has rubbed many streamers the wrong way. It’s at the point where some of the internet’s top streamers are uncertain about the future of Twitch. Mizkif kept it simple by saying “Twitch is done” a short time after news of the xQc deal broke. While he doesn’t pull the numbers xQc does, OTK is one of the biggest organizations in the livestreaming space, and all of the streamers with the org call that platform their home. However, OTK also called out Twitch following the ad changes and threatened to leave the platform if things didn’t change. While they’ve stuck around, it’s hard to say how long they’ll stay. Asmongold tweeted at Kick following the announcement. If this is more than a tease and he were to make the switch, that’d be yet another streamer that pulls in tens of thousands of viewers on Twitch off the platform. MoistCr1TiKaL also chimed in by taking a jab at Twitch. It’s hard to say what the future holds with Twitch or whether or not they’ll hit back at Kick by signing more streamers into exclusivity contracts with the platform.

Top Talent House manager accused of exploiting minors in TikTok house Top Talent HouseMembers of TikTok collective Top Talent House are reportedly merging with another house, amid floods of allegations from former members against manager Nour Khodr for alleged exploitation and inappropriate behavior towards minors. On October 10 a new talent house, in a similar vein to hugely popular Hype and Sway houses, was announced. The lineup initially featured stars with followers in the millions such as Anna Shumate, Rachel Brockman, and Eva Cudmore. The house is managed by 21-year-old Nour Khodr. While the house initially looked to be gaining popularity within the TikTok community, not even a month into being active allegations were made by former members of the house toward manager Nour. Former member Rachel Brockmann shared a thread by internet news reporter and commentary YouTuber Def Noodles on her Instagram story that alleged that “Nour has allegedly provided underage clients with drugs and alcohol. Nour has also allegedly encouraged underage clients to engage in sexual activity with other adult influencers.” The thread also claimed that Rachel had been removed from the house by LA police. https://twitter.com/defnoodles/status/1322602360506519554 Current members of the Top Talent house quickly gathered for a livestream around an hour later in which they gave their side of the story. They claimed that “Rachel said that she did not want to go home and that she actually wanted to be emancipated.” The girls from the house claimed that they feel “super super safe and happy” living in the house. They also explained that their parents had met with Nour and visited the house, and felt comfortable enough to let their children stay there. View this post on Instagram[SWIPE] #toptalenthouse explains their side of the situation. They say that a few days after Rachel came to LA her mom wanted her home but Rachel didn’t want to go home. They said Rachel said she didn’t want to go home and that she wanted to be emancipated. But the cops showed up and they said her mom reported her as missing even though she knew where she was. Because of this, rachel went back home. The girls in the house say they love staying there and that they feel very safe. They also said that their parents have met Nour and feel that they are safe with him as well Rachel went on to allege on her own live that Nour had rated his young clients on a “f***ability scale.” She claimed the girls from Top Talent would “say she’s lying because they don’t want to leave.” She also claimed the Nour would “let his assistant go get [alcohol] for us” despite being minors. https://twitter.com/defnoodles/status/1322615191108898816 Additionally, former Top Talent member McPlayGT put a statement on Instagram in which he claimed Nour “manipulated” him, and would take “more than three weeks” to pay him, claiming he was busy. He also alleges Nour “had people call me and threaten me for defamation.” https://twitter.com/defnoodles/status/1322670760440197120 These allegations seem to have come to a head, after Rachel posted a screenshot of a supposed snapchat conversation with Top Talent member Katie Pego in which Katie said “none of this is going to matter on Monday because we are moving house” and switching manager, merging with Not a Content House. While claims of Top Talent House closing have not been confirmed officially yet, images from Not a Content House’s Instagram page show they have welcomed Top Talent members Anna, Katie, and Eva into their ranks. None of the allegations have been officially confirmed, and it is yet unclear whether Nour Khodr is under investigation by the authorities.

Top Fortnite streamers come to defense of Ninja after Reddit witch hunt to “ruin his career” After the most popular Fortnite streamer, Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins found himself at the center of controversy over reporting opponents in game, fellow streamers have stepped up to defend him against what is now being seen as a conspiracy to ruin his career. Ninja first received heat after wrongfully reporting a player for stream sniping, which he later apologized for, but not before many fans believed that Epic would take Ninja’s reports and act upon them immediately. The Fortnite community, particularly on Reddit, accused Epic Games of allowing Ninja to wield too much power, with his reports on any player leading to a ban – despite this not being the case. Just as this controversy appeared to settle, another, seemingly more egregious example on Ninja wrongfully reporting a player for “having a higher ping than me” surfaced on Reddit, with the player who Ninja had reported apparently banned a few days later. However, as the Reddit post reached over 40,000 upvotes in 6 hours, a representative from Epic Games commented to state that the player who Ninja reported and the player who was banned, were actually different accounts entirely. It became clear that a group of players had organized to make it look as though the account which Ninja reported for high ping had in fact been banned, simply by changing account names, as DrLupo explained. Just got caught up on Reddit drama. Someone account name swapped to try to incriminate @Ninja and make it look like Epic bans whoever he reports. Person was caught talking about “”ruining his career.”” Imagine being that jealous of someone. — DrLupo (@DrLupo) November 18, 2018 Update: Ninja himself has also now spoken on the controversy, saying that many on Reddit will still believe the player was banned because of Ninja’s report, not seeing DrLupo’s Tweet. Worst part is the majority of people who saw that reddit post wont see what you just tweeted and will continue to think he was banned. https://t.co/TVMee3LNrd — Ninja (@Ninja) November 18, 2018 Fellow streamer Jack ‘CouRage’ Dunlop said that people are always looking for a way to tear down those on top, saying fans will now focus on that small incident and not the rest of Ninja’s streaming. TimTheTatman agreed, saying that although Ninja may have been in the wrong by reporting that player, there are many more instances of accepting a death and congratulating the opponent for playing well. And it sucks cause people will mainly focus on the that 30 second bad clip rather than a bunch of “good” clips (i. e. him saying someone was good when killing him etc) — timthetatman (@timthetatman) November 18, 2018 TSM member HighDistortion recalls that the Reddit community performed a similar witch hunt against Mr. Grimmmz during his height of popularity playing PUBG, calling them ‘clowns’. Reddit did the same shit to grimmz when he was on top of pubg. They absolutely love being over dramatic to hate on whoever is at the top. Bunch of clowns — TSM HighDistortion (@HighDistortion) November 18, 2018 Luminosity’s SypherPK was similarly dismissive of Reddit users’ attempts to tarnish Ninja’s reputation, saying they were plotting and labelling it “pathetic.” It was clear that before Epic Games cleared up the confusion, many Redditors took it as absolute truth that the player had been banned directly because of Ninja’s report, and some even after accused Epic of just trying to cover it up. Streamer Imane ‘Pokimane’ Anys expressed concern at how easily people believe what is posted to Reddit and shared on social media. it’s scary to see how quickly people believe that stuff though >_< — pokimane (@pokimanelol) November 18, 2018 For now, it seems that Ninja is trying his best to ignore these attempts to attack his reputation, and is continuing to stream and produce content as normal. Epic Games is also compensating users who were wrongly banned, and are looking into changing the in-game reporting system, to prevent misuse.

Top OpTic members form new OG brand following Immortals buyout report Old Guard – TwitterFollowing reports that OpTic Gaming have been acquired by Immortals Gaming Club, several members of the organization went public with their brand new brand called Old Guard. On June 7, reports surfaced that after weeks of uncertainty, Immortals Gaming Club had finalized their purchase of Infinite Esports & Entertainment, along with their subsidiary OpTic Gaming. However, contrary to what had been heavily speculated leading up the sale, the reports indicated that Immortals would not be dissolving the Green Wall, but rather keeping the brand intact and within their portfolio. On that very same day, several prominent members of OpTic’s content creation team announced that they had created a new brand called Old Guard, using a logo made of up interlocking letters O and G. The official Twitter account of Old Guard posted an image of five Green Wall members wearing the first ever piece of merchandise that the brand has produced, along with the cryptic caption “You can’t buy loyalty.” OLD GUARD CONFIRMED MEMBERS: Aaron ‘Create’ – Nick ‘MaNiaC’ Kershner – Davis ‘Hitch’ Edwards – Marcus ‘MBoZe’ Banks – Will ‘BigTymeR’ Johnson – Michael ‘Flamesword’ Chaves – You can’t buy loyalty.https://t.co/Cq4H6l4HjRhttps://t.co/7VcpMzjB8O#OldGuard EST. 2019 pic.twitter.com/HNH7DkTL03 — Old Guard (@OldGuardOG) June 7, 2019 It would be hard to argue that the timing of the Old Guard announcement and the Immortals buyout report was merely a coincidence, considering all that’s been whispered over the past weeks and months. For one, the use of the OG acronym, and the fact that the letters are interlocking, is clearly a direct reference to the original OpTic logo, and the brand’s name itself is defined as “original or long-standing members of a group or party, especially ones who are unwilling to accept change or new ideas.” Considering that there have also been several recent leaks suggesting that the OpTic content creators would be released from their contracts should Immortals complete the buyout, there is strong belief among fans that these five long-time members have left the organization and partnered up to work on their own project. However, there’s also the chance that the creators were kept on board, despite the sale, and have simply worked together on the side to form Old Guard. 500All that said, everything to this point continues to be speculation, as not even the Immortals buyout of Infinite and OpTic has been officially confirmed yet. At this point, the Old Guard website does not have any information listed under its ‘About’ tab, suggesting that the brand is waiting for announcements to start rolling out before they can unveil any of their own details. Dexerto reached out to Create for comment, but he said that Old Guard have no comment until tomorrow (Saturday, June 8), which could mean that everything will be getting announced then. However, some of the confirmed Old Guard members quoted the announcement tweet with their own posts, each dropping a cryptic hint about the situation. Some people look at you strange, say you changed. Like you worked that hard to stay the same https://t.co/LbXpw7TRW0 — Nick Kershner (@OpTicMaNiaC) June 8, 2019 Sometimes you just need a lil something of your own :gasp: https://t.co/1wnV5XlUuW — Will Johnson (@OpTic_BigTymeR) June 8, 2019 As this Old Guard announcement has seemingly raised more questions that it’s answered, the best options for fans right now is to wait until more details are made public by all parties involved. As always, we will continue to bring you the latest on this ongoing story as more information becomes available.

Top five British TikTokers you need to follow TikTok: Jack Knightley/ TikTok: thistrippiehippie/ TikTok: _EhizIt often seems like the entirety of TikTok content comes out of creator houses based in Los Angeles like the Hype House, Sway House, or Clubhouse. It’s important to remember that with the app comes an infinite amount of creativity and from many different locations around the world. Here, we’ve broken down a list of five TikTokers based in the UK who you may not have heard of, but you definitely should be watching. TrippieHippie (Evie Meg) TikToker Evie Meg is raising awareness for Tourette’s by helping people to laugh at her tics and one of her latest videos has some of the app’s biggest stars in hysterics. Evie is a UK-based influencer and has amassed more than 8 million followers from posting videos raising awareness about her condition, filming her different tics, and how it affects her day-to-day life. Ehiz Ehiz is one of the fastest-growing British TikTokers, having gone from 1 million to more than 7 million followers from September to November. Ehiz is typically known for his comedic duets making fun of other creators, or his hilarious facial expressions. After reaching 1 million followers, Ehiz posted an emotional paragraph on Instagram saying, “You all really make me smile and to know that I am putting a smile on someone’s face and inspiring many honestly is the best feeling in the world.” Stuggybear Slapstick comedian Stuggy has amassed almost 1 million followers and continues to grow in popularity. His videos typically consist of dry British and silly humor. He appeals to multiple age groups and makes jokes about what it’s like to live with his wife, and how weird he is on a daily basis. Stuggy initially found popularity online through Vine after creating an account with his wife, and has continued to amass a large following on YouTube, Snapchat and TikTok. Abi Clarke Abi Clarke is a stand-up comedian who has transferred her incredible sketch-writing abilities to TikTok and has now earned half a million followers. Abi will often come up with fake scenarios surrounding lockdown, impersonate her cat, or get her parents involved. Her most viral video imagines what it would be like if colleagues were brutally honest about how much of a breakdown they had at the weekend come Monday morning. Jack Knightley If you’re looking for dry, awkward British humor at its finest, follow Jack Knightley to see his hilarious comments underneath videos from some of the app’s biggest stars, and for his hilarious comparisons of British and American culture. The 18-year-old creator from Devon now has over 400,000 followers and over 22 million likes across all his videos.

Top 7 moments from Ninja’s New Year’s Eve Fortnite stream from Times Square Twitter / @CouRageJDAfter Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins’ New Year’s Eve event in New York came to a close, we thought we’d look back at the good, bad and the ugly from the rainy night in the city that never sleeps. The popular Twitch streamer hosted a night jam-packed with Fortnite kills and Victory Royales as his team worked together to entertain the thousands who stood in Times Square to take part in the event. One young stream sniper was hilariously put to the sword during the event, too, with the video of the unsuccessful attempt going viral since the event concluded. Anyway, let’s take a look at our top seven moments. Neymar Jr. Brazilian footballer Neymar Jr. took time from his busy schedule for Paris Saint Germain to join Ninja during his livestream, where the pair both shared a moment to appreciate each other’s headbands. More and more established stars are now getting involved in gaming and we’ve seen the former Champions League winner become more and more active in that regard in recent months – bringing streamers like Ninja and others to the mainstream. TimTheTatMan’s elimination In what was one of the funniest moments of the event, TimTheTatMan stopped playing Fortnite for a moment and said: “I didn’t want to do this to you, but I’m going to have to do it. Last game”. Not knowing what to expect, NInja just looked back at his teammate. As soon as he started to do the ‘Take the L’ dance in front of Ninja, he was struck down by a bullet and screamed: “Oh my god. You actually let me die!”, which sent Blevins into uncontrollable laughter. Squad Dabbing As Ninja set up a quad cam for his entire Fortnite squad, which consisted of DrLupo, CouRage and TimTheTatMan, they all came together to complete a dab. The Twitch user, ETurns, who clipped this moment named the video: “No emote can express how much I’m cringing”. Well, that might just sum this one up for you. Loot Lake In what was one of the more impressive plays during the NYE event, the streamer approached a team who had built up pretty high near Loot Lake. Well, their building didn’t help them much once Ninja arrived on the scene, as he used a Heavy Assault Rifle and Clinger to brush aside a whole squad in a matter of seconds. This took him up to 11 kills in the game, at the time. Sniped on a zipline This clip is a little different to the last. Actually, very different. Ninja had played his way through the game very well and looked very likely to be soon picking up a Victory Royale, after he had a total of 15 kills with just 13 players remaining. Having taken the decision to use a zipline to travel around, Ninja was sniped by Zenith [260] from 73m to seal his squad’s exit from the game and he looked devastated. Refusing to Floss Now, we’ve already covered this story, but it’s impossible for us not to mention that Ninja failed spectacularly in his attempt to get everybody in Times Square to do the Floss dance. The fans in the audience just didn’t look in the mood for dancing after spending hours standing in the rain, which sealed a pretty embarrassing moment for the streamer. Showing New York how it’s done After the miserable failed attempt to get New York fans Flossing in the pouring down rain, Ninja showed them how it’s done as he danced alongside a woman in a reindeer costume. He said: “This is it! This is what Times Square should have done but didn’t do!” If you think that we’ve missed any of the best moments, tweet us your suggestions @Dexerto and remember to keep tabs on our Fortnite page for all of the breaking news involving both Ninja and the popular battle royale game in the future.

Top AEW star challenges Elon Musk & labels him as “cosmically impotent” AEW / Wikimedia CommonsOne of the most accomplished pro wrestlers of all time, ex-WWE superstar turned AEW icon Bryan Danielson, has challenged Twitter owner Elon Musk, labeling him as “cosmically impotent” in the process. Formerly the world’s richest man, Elon Musk has certainly made his fair share of enemies on his rise to the top. In recent years, he’s been the target of plenty of criticism due to his takeover of Twitter. Since buying the mega-popular social media platform, Musk has upended the verification system, drastically changed or outright removed key features, and thus, drawn the ire of millions for his handling of operations. Among those questioning his decisions is none other than Bryan Danielson. Former leader of the ‘Yes’ movement in WWE, and now a bonafide legend on a run for the history books in AEW, the exceedingly popular pro wrestler has thrown his name out and challenged Musk. While Danielson is in the midst of his final year as a full-time wrestler, not all of his attention has been on the squared circle, it seems. Co-hosting The Nikki & Brie Show with his wife, Brie Garcia, formerly Brie Bella in the WWE, Danielson couldn’t help but get vent some frustrations. Shortly after his wife promoted a TikTok account for the show, Danielson saw it as a jumping-off point and dove in. “You know what’s more upsetting to me than TikTok… is actually Twitter. “I’m going to challenge Elon Musk on Twitter and tell him he can’t blow up the moon and that he’s cosmically impotent.” While it’s not entirely clear just what kind of challenge Danielson had in mind, if we had to guess, a 60 minute iron man match or submission match wouldn’t be out of the question. Given Musk has allegedly been training for quite some time now due to his beef with Mark Zuckerberg, perhaps the latter could be a fair fight. Danielson is known as one of the best technical wrestlers of all time, even having awards named after him for his prowess in the field. It could just be a matter of time until we see him putting the Twitter owner in the Cattle Mutilation hold.

Top 6 features TikTok needs to add Unsplash: AbsolutVision / TikTokTikTok is regularly adding new features to the app as a way of making content creation and consumption easier for users. However, there are several coveted features that have yet to be added to the platform. With the increasing amount of users on the app, the range of content on the platform is constantly growing and changing. And with lots of people coming over from other platforms like Instagram, and making TikTok their main social media app for consuming content, the demand for various features that improve user experience is getting bigger. Here are some of the most requested features on TikTok. Like section folders TikTok contains a wealth of different types of content. While it used to be predominantly lip-syncing and dance videos, the platform has evolved into a hub for art, educational content, storytimes, recipes, and much more. Most people’s first instinct when they come across a video they want to save for later is to hit the like button. All liked videos go into the same tab on your profile page, but this system lacks any way to separate the videos you’ve liked. A folder system is one that has been requested by many users. Allowing people to separate their favorite content into their own folders would help them to easily track down the videos they’re looking for, without having to scroll through a practically endless list of every video they’ve ever liked. Rewind / Skip function While TikTok currently is a short-form content platform, 60 seconds can feel like a long time when you missed the start of a video and are waiting for the TikTok to start over. You are currently only able to pause and play a video on the app, but the addition of a video progress bar, or potentially skip & and restart buttons will remove the frustration of waiting. It would also mean that for longer content, or trends where there is a long waiting time at the start, viewers would be able to jump to the relevant part of the video, rather than just scrolling past the video because they don’t want to wait. Profile navigation The recent addition of playlists for selected creators is already proving to be a useful feature when it comes to navigation content from one particular creator. TikTokers can create playlists for different series or categories, making it easier for viewers to find out more if they come across the creator on their For You Page. However, the addition of a date-based scroll function on everyone’s profile could make tracking and exploring content a lot easier. Currently, people are required to manually scroll through profile pages from most to least recent. The addition of a scroller that shows the date, along with a sort function would allow users to go right back to the start of their own, or others’ content, or jump to a specific point in time. Filter search in video editor TikTok is famed for its range of bizarre and fun filters, with plenty of them managing to prompt trends and go viral on the app. More and more are being added to the app each day, but with so many filters, it can be hard to find the exact one you’re looking for. Currently, searching the name of the filter on the discovery page can bring up a shortcut to the effect, but many are looking for a way to access specific filters easily from the video editor itself. Filters are organized generally into categories in the editor, but the edition of a search bar would allow users to more easily access the filter they have in mind, instead of scrolling through small icons. View all Stitches/Duets for a certain video One of TikToks biggest trends involves users asking viewers a question about topics like their most embarrassing story, celebrities they’ve met, or other interesting questions. People can respond to the video by either doing a Stitch or a Duet, and these often end up going viral in their own right. However, there is currently not a simple way to see all of the Duets and Stitches for one video in particular. A function like this would allow people to scroll through all the responses to certain questions or trends in one go, rather than waiting for them to appear on their FYP. Auto-scroll At the moment, people have to scroll through TikTok manually by swiping, with the videos playing on repeat until the user scrolls on. Though there are some people who would prefer to prop up their phone whilst doing something else, and let their For You Page scroll automatically. The feature could put an end to the issue of putting your phone down momentarily, and having to listen to the same TikTok on repeat until you can go back to your phone and scroll again. This is something that has been asked for by many TikTok users, who want an optional auto-scroll feature to make their viewing experience more enjoyable. TikTok is always testing new features, and it may be that some of the above are already in the works, but whether any of these frequently requested features will be added properly to the app remains to be seen.

Top 5 ways to use TikTok’s time warp scan filter trend TikTok: maisiesampsonx/ TikTok: phantomsigns/ TikTok: JeremylynchofficialThe time warp scan filter is mega-popular on TikTok right now with more than 2.1 million videos using the video effect. [jwplayer MvEjv9It] The app’s biggest creators are experimenting with the weird ways the effect can warp your body, from Bella Poarch to Loren Gray. With a little bit of thinking outside the box, the filter can be used in all sorts of bizarre and wonderful ways. the filter works by freezing the image on the screen incrementally as a blue line moves down, or across the screen. These are the best and most imaginative ways creators have used the time warp scan. Turning yourself into a genie This creator very carefully placed an open kettle in the foreground and stood on a stool holding the classic genie pose. When the scan got to the right point, he lifted himself up using the door frame, kicked out the stool, and wiggled his legs to make it look like he was coming out of the kettle. Genie-us! Making your hand really really long Creators are hilariously using the filter to make their arms look very long and wiggly, and often in clever scenarios like picking up the remote from a faraway table. The tricky bit is trying to make it as smooth as possible, and follow the scanner at the right speed. Saying hi to your evil twin Simple but effective. Pose as you would normally for a picture in front of a mirror, when the scanner hits the right point, make your pose different in the mirror to make it look like you have a twin in a parallel universe. Turning yourself into a severed head These two girls managed to make it look like one of them didn’t have a body, with one holding her head between her hands, and the other running out of the shot before the scanner reached below her neck. Recreating the iconic Tim Burton character look In the spirit of spooky season, creators are using the filter to look like iconic Tim Burton characters by pulling their eyes down to look droopy and sucking in their cheeks to look thin and malnourished. Phantomsigns made herself look almost exactly like the Corpse Bride. If you’re inspired by these videos, why not challenge yourself to come up with a new way to use the time warp scan filter?

Top 5 Twitch & YouTube stars who started beef with PewDiePie and lived to regret it Felix ‘PewDiePie’ Kjellberg is one of the most famous creators on YouTube, with a storied career spanning nearly 8 years on the platform. In that time, he’s managed to get entangled in a few highly-publicized beefs with other top YouTubers and Twitch streamers, resulting in some hilarious antics that are now archived across the internet. From his spat with YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI to his callout of popular streamer Pokimane, we’ve gathered the best of PewDiePie’s beefs for posterity – including his epic, seven-month-long race against Bollywood label T-Series. #5 – Lilly Singh, ‘Supawoman’ YouTuber Lilly ‘Supawoman’ Singh caught major flak from PewDiePie after announcing her hiatus from the platform in November 2018, prompting him to make a scathing statement on YouTube’s widespread “creator burnout.” Their spat didn’t end there; PewDiePie went on to slam Singh a month later in response to her complaints about Forbes’ list of 2018’s highest-earning YouTubers, where she noted that no women were mentioned in their article. 2 years ago it was almost even between male & female, last year it was just me and this year there are no females at all. Something I predicted in my instagram caption last year. I’m concerned the digital space is going to repeat the mistakes of ancient industries. Hope I’m wrong https://t.co/VmoTMjywGK — Lilly Singh (@IISuperwomanII) December 5, 2018 PewDiePie argued that adsense pays YouTubers the same way regardless of gender, and even insulted Singh for her thoughts on the matter. “If you start complaining about this you sound like a crybaby and an idiot, which you are, Lilly Singh, in case you weren’t sure,” PewDiePie said. [Timestamp: 11:46 for mobile viewers] While Singh went on to reach out to Kjellberg for a conversation on the issue, it doesn’t look like any common ground was ever reached, as he went on to roast her role in the movie adaptation of ‘Fahrenheit 451’ – and even compared her to the viral ‘Big Chungus’ meme shortly thereafter. [Timestamp: 4:40 for mobile viewers] #4 – Pokimane While Imane ‘Pokimane’ Anys is known for her massively popular Twitch stream, she likewise made headlines after being called out for copy striking videos from smaller YouTube channels in January 2018, following her Twitter spat with Drama Alert’s KEEMSTAR. PewDiePie himself even spoke out on the subject, appearing to take issue with Pokimane’s attempts to cover up the drama. “I can understand why you want to take down this video, because this selected thing blows up and becomes even bigger… but the problem here… is that you’re just drawing more attention to it,” PewDiePie said of the debacle. Pokimane later published a statement on the matter, agreeing with PewDiePie’s point -although she buckled down on copy striking videos for using her content in a “non transformative manner.” #3 – KSI Before KSI’s beef with YouTuber Logan Paul picked up speed, he got into it with PewDiePie in 2016, after calling Kjellberg a “hypocrite” for criticizing channels like Drama Alert for causing rifts within the YouTube community. After a series of heated Tweets between the two (which have since been deleted), PewDiePie later called out both KSI and Logan Paul ahead of their 2018 boxing match, accusing KSI of being a “sexist scumbag” who merely created content on YouTube for the money. “He has no ground to talk at all,” KSI said in response to PewDiePie’s claims. “He is the person who ruined a lot of peoples’ lives on YouTube, with his comments and his whole anti-Semitic… I can’t even say the word.” PewDiePie went on to ask KSI for a truce, stating that it was “dumb” to call him a scumbag and even wanted to have a beer with the YouTuber. “I called them scumbags for being purely money driven… thinking about it, that’s fine, what’s wrong with that?” he said of their beef. #2 – Alinity PewDiePie’s spat with Alinity Divine is likely one of his most well-known debacles, after the Twitch streamer took issue with his eye-tracking video in early 2018 – in which he used the term “Twitch thot” in relation to her content. “Can we copy strike this guy?” Alinity said famously after watching his video on stream, later issuing a takedown of the clip for using her content. PewDiePie responded to Alinity’s claim by clarifying that he meant no disrespect toward the women featured in his eye-tracking video, and targeted Alinity’s MCN for “abusing their power” in regards to unfair copyright claims. “Alinity admits publicly to abusing copyright law, basically an illegal act that could hold up in a court of law,” PewDiePie said of the matter. “My videos are 100% protected by fair use.” Kjellberg later dug up a slew of dirt against Alinity, including her use of a racial slur on stream and apparent favors granted by Twitch – despite potentially breaking the site’s TOS on multiple occasions. #1 – T-Series While PewDiePie reigned as YouTube’s most subscribed channel for years, Bollywood label T-Series began vying for his top spot in August of 2018, prompting an all-out war between the channels’ fanbases (which was further escalated by his scathing diss track, ‘Bitch Lasagna’). Although T-Series was projected to surpass PewDiePie in early 2019, Kjellberg managed to fend off his nemesis for near seven-month-long period, thanks to the help of other top YouTubers in the space like MrBeast and Markiplier. That’s not all; PewDiePie even invited political commentator Ben Shapiro and Telsa CEO Elon Musk to host his ‘Meme Review’ show, which skyrocketed his numbers following their respective appearances. [Timestamp: 13:27 for mobile viewers.] In spite of his efforts, PewDiePie was surpassed by T-Series on March 26, 2019 – and still hasn’t gotten his top spot back as of March 28. Although he may have lost his crown, PewDiePie continues to reign as YouTube’s top-subscribed, independent creator on the platform – despite his many controversies and dramatic arguments with other creators on the website.

Top 5 ways Ninja’s new book will help you “Get Good” Ninja / Penguin Random HouseStreaming superstar Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins released his debut book “Ninja: Get Good” on August 20, and here are five helpful tips we learned from reading it. The Twitch-turned-Mixer superstar revealed an avalanche of information about what it takes to become a successful streamer and gaming pro. Boasting a ton of tips to share about how he rose to the top of both the streaming and competitive gaming scenes, let’s dive right in and take a look at some of the best ones he revealed in his new book. 1. Know the importance of good equipment Ninja wants everyone to know that having the right monitor, mouse, keyboard, headset, etc. are all important to keep in mind. Not every mouse is a one-size-fits-all type deal, so you’ll need to find what’s right for you. He explains how a high-refresh rate monitor will be key for competitive games like Fortnite, so if you’re taking your career seriously, you’ll want to invest in one. 2. Plan practice sessions If you plan on taking your gaming career to the next level, it’s important to get a lot of practice in. Instead of jumping into the action right away, maybe consider a few warm-up rounds. “Play a match,” he wrote. “Have fun, but use it to get into your practice headspace. Remember: you’re not just playing, you’re working, too.” 3. Making money streaming is the least important part Ninja explains that of all the reasons to start streaming, hoping to make money out of it should be the least of your concerns. “Of all the reasons to stream on Twitch (or wherever), this one is the least important,” he wrote. “If your metric for success on Twitch is getting rich, you’re going to end up disappointed.” 4. Interact with other streamers When you stop streaming, the work doesn’t end there, as you’ll have to continue fostering relationships and networking when you aren’t live. “Beyond building new friendships, it will also help you create your community,” Ninja said. “Seek out other streamers both offline and online. Hop on to their streamers somethings (and be sure to invite them to yours). Doing so will expose you to new audiences and new streamers to play with. 5. Have a comfortable setup Building off the importance of having good peripherals, you need to make sure they are set up in a comfortable manner for you. Ninja says your monitor should be at eye level and you should be sitting one arm’s length from it. Your desk should be one that can fit your knees under comfortable, but low enough that your arms are parallel to the ground when they are on your mouse and keyboard. All in all, it’s a solid read for anyone looking to get into streaming or trying to figure out how to take their gaming career to the next level. You can pick up “Ninja: Get Good” at every major bookstore or online retailer.

Top 5 TikToks for the Anitta ‘Envolver’ challenge Anitta, YouTubeBrazilian singer-songwriter Anitta has completely taken over TikTok with her ‘Anitta Envolver’ challenge in 2022 and here are some of the best viral videos. Anitta started the hot dancing trend on TikTok back in March, prompting users around the world to get on all fours to replicate her move. After posting a video of herself dancing to her new single Envolver during a live performance, plenty of people on TikTok and Instagram started posting their own take using #Envolver or #AnitaChallenge – with the latter racking up over one billion views since it started. The viral Anitta challenge, also known as the Envolver Challenge, recently won Anitta an MTV Miaw award, making it her 14th award in 2022. Here, we’re going to explain what the challenge is and show you some of the best entires! What is the Anitta Challenge? The Anitta challenge involves bending over, almost planking, and doing a push-up in slow motion while gyrating your hips. It’s almost like twerking, but more complex. It can be seen in her official music video for ‘Envolver,’ which has over 290 million views. While many have made their attempts, it is harder than it looks. The move requires a lot of upper body and core strength. So, let’s take a look at five users who have mastered it… Top 5 Anitta Challenge TikTok videos Bella Poarch Singer and TikTok star Bella Poarch was among the many who took part in the viral challenge, posting a funny video of herself trying it out alongside Anitta. The video currently has 3.5 million likes on the social media platform. It was a very popular crossover, but she’s still got work to do if she wants to perfect it. Elizabeth Lopez This video is from a TikToker called lopezeli_l who is known for her dance videos. The 15-second short shows her doing the move on a football field, receiving over 1.2 million likes. Valen Benincore Colombian TikToker valen_benincore took part in the challenge next to a swimming pool, nailing the dance challenge in her bikini. The viral post has 1.2 million likes. Fabiloria This video, posted by fabiloria_, shows seven women doing the Anitta challenge almost in sync, and even adding their own twist… Impressive enough to earn themselves 800,000 likes. Corey O’Brien Last but certainly not least, we have professional dancer Corey O’Brien recreating the move as accurately as possible, and frame by frame. The hilarious video which features O’Brien wearing a similar outfit to Anitta’s, while doing the iconic dance move, has reached 2.4 million likes and over 100,000 shares on TikTok. These are just a few examples of the viral challenge. Don’t sweat it if your favorite video didn’t make it to the list, just share it with us!

Best TikTok filters: 10 viral filters from Time Warp Scan to Green Screen TikTok: bayokm/ TikTok: justsammorris/ TikTok: georgenotfoundIf you want to take your TikToks to the next level, there are thousands of different filters to choose from that can be used in different ways and transform your videos into viral works of art. Often individual filters will become a trend in their own right, but some stick around if they have seemingly endless possibilities for different creative uses. Here are five of the best filters you can use. Green Screen The possibilities are quite literally endless with green screen, or green screen video. You can change your background to anything you like, whether it’s a hilarious tweet you want to comment on, a screenshot of a conversation with a friend, or place yourself in an entirely new setting for a sketch. There are 74.7 million videos using this filter for a reason. I’m Lost The ‘I’m Lost’ filter is similar to Green Screen, but it isolates just your eyes and your mouth. Using this filter, people have made it look like inanimate objects are alive, imagining what they might say if they were sentient. Others have used it to do impressions of celebrities, film characters, or animals. Wacky Mirror This filter is quite literally a virtual wacky mirror: in video form, it distorts whatever you film to make it look like it’s rippling and wiggling, which makes for hilarious use on unsuspecting friends, family, and even pets. Others have used the effect to imitate how it feels when you’re drunk or feel ill. Slow Zoom Click here if TikTok doesn’t load The Slow Zoom filter went insanely viral back in 2021, and it does exactly what the name suggests, and slow zooms in at a consistent pace. Users were saying this filter made them feel like the main character in a movie, and even Taylor Swift got involved, dropping her re-recorded version of ‘Wildest Dreams’ for people to use in their videos. Time Warp Scan With a little bit of thinking outside the box, the filter can be used in all sorts of bizarre and wonderful ways. Read More: Top 5 ways to use time warp filter – The filter works by freezing the image on the screen incrementally as a blue line moves down, or across the screen. Comic Me Click here if TikTok won’t load Countless cartoon or anime-style filters have gone viral on social media over the years, and in 2021 TikTok users were able to access the Comic Me filter through the app itself, rather than having to go through other platforms like Snapchat. People love trying it out on both themselves and their friends, often going viral for their videos using the effect. Clone Trio If you need a bigger cast for your TikTok but you’re filming by yourself, the Clone Trio filter is the perfect way to remedy this problem. The feature lets you use three versions of yourself in one frame, meaning a much wider scope for funny videos. ‘Who Are My Parents’ Filter Click here if TikTok doesn’t load This viral filter generates two celebrity ‘parents’ for every user who tries out the trend, and while it seems to be randomly generated, some people were going viral for just how bizarrely accurate the effect’s results were. Others were less than impressed with their ‘celebrity parents.’ Time Warp Waterfall The Time Warp Waterfall filter has a slightly different function to the regular Time Warp filter, with a stream that repeatedly replicates whichever part of the video is touching the central line. Users have managed to produce some pretty weird effects using this feature, and others have used it for challenges too. Euphoria Filter Click here if TikTok doesn’t load ‘Euphoria’ is a hugely popular HBO drama series that follows the lives of a group of high school students, and along with its gripping storyline, the show has become well known for its stunning makeup and costume. Now, people are using the Euphoria TikTok filter to recreate looks from the show, and show off super-detailed videos of their eyes. Filters and effects are one of the best ways to liven up your experience on TikTok, and with more being added by the day, the possibilities are practically endless.

Top 5 viral TikTok songs to know right now TikTok: emrich44/bellapoarch/tillyramsayTikTok has had a major impact on the music industry, as whatever song trends on the platform often tend to do well in the charts. But what songs are popular on the app at the moment? With every new wave of different memes and viral videos, there are always a select few songs that everyone is obsessed with, whether that’s because they just have a good vibe, because they fit so well with a particular meme, or because they’re ripe for different creative interpretations. Here are the top five TikTok songs you need to know about right now. Oh No by Kreepa If you’ve not heard this song, surely it’s by some miracle, because this particular track has dominated For You Pages for weeks with more than 14 million uses of the sound. Its high-pitched almost chipmunk sounding “oh no no no” is a bit of an earworm, but it works perfectly alongside videos of incredible failures, pranks going wrong, or awkward interactions. Makeba by Jain Although the song was originally released in 2015, Makeba became viral on TikTok at the end of June 2023. Performed by French singer-songwriter Jain, the song is about South African musician Miriam Makeba, who is well known for her activist music against the apartheid in the country at the time. Sunroof by Nicky Youre & dazy With its summery vibes and strong beat, Sunroof is once again becoming the song of the summer and even became the most popular song of 2022 on TikTok in the UK, according to NME. The song is often described as a track that sticks “in your head all day”, which is part to why it’s become so popular. Read More: Top 20 most followed TikTok accounts – MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) by Lil Nas X TikTok king and star behind the iconic Old Town Road, Lil Nas X droped his latest track Montero in March. The controversial video for the track depicts the rapper in the garden of Eden before he pole-dances down to hell and gives the devil a lap dance. The song has been used hundreds of millions of times on TikTok with many creatively using a clip that quickly fades in and out, implying Lil Nas X is flying past them on his pole as he does in the video. Astronaut In The Ocean by Masked Wolf This recently released track has been used several million times to provide cool background music to quick makeup tutorials, incredible transitions, or perfect stunts among other things. As a sound, it is clearly incredibly versatile as you have no idea exactly what you might come across when you click on the sound. For more viral TikTok hits, you can find them by going into the app, clicking the plus button in the middle at the bottom of the screen, and then clicking sounds at the top of the screen. Or, you can find multiple curated playlists of TikTok songs on Spotify.

Top 5 most popular ASMR channels on YouTube Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a genre of content designed to induce relaxation and subjective euphoria. Whether you’re an ASMR veteran or simply intrigued by the idea, we’ve broken down the top 5 most popular ASMR YouTube channels. Typically characterized through a tingling sensation that starts near the scalp, ASMR provides a passive sense of ‘brain massage’. The phenomena initially gained traction in 2010 and snowballed into a trend that is now safeguarded by its own corner of the internet, where it is lapped-up by fans of the sedative technique worldwide. Known as ‘ASMRtists’, content creators typically post their ASMR–triggering videos to YouTube to intentionally stimulate the soothing effects associated with the practice. Given that ASMR has exploded into its own genre, here are the top five most popular channels on YouTube as of October 2019, filtered by subscriber count. 5. Gentle Whispering ASMR (1.76 million subscribers) One of the original ASMRtists, Maria ‘Gentle Whispering’ Viktorovna is a Russian practitioner who paved her way into the scene through her sleep aid videos. Viktorovna also simulates different roles in her videos, from a masseuse to a librarian in an effort to change the pace from video to video. Having taken to ASMR after experiencing depression following a divorce, Maria gives a sense of tranquility in her videos to elicit a calming sense of well-being — thus seeing her channel reach almost 670 million views since its inception. Viktorovna also boasts a second channel which gives a ‘behind the scenes’ into the ASRMtist’s life. 4. ASMR PPOMO (1.93 million subscribers) PPOMO is a Korean ASMRtist who initially started in 2013 by posting gaming content. Now exclusively publishing ASMR videos, PPOMO practices relaxing techniques in a bid to induce those all-important forty winks. Staying true to her roots, PPOMO now posts gaming and technology content to her second channel. Her most popular video showcases various scalp massaging and hair brushing techniques through the use of her hands, brushes and shampoo. 3. Gibi ASMR (2.26 million subscribers) Having gained over 2 million subscribers in her short tenure as an ASMRtist, Gibi ASMR sits just behind Darling on the list. Known for her soft-spoken roleplay and makeup videos, Gibi ventured into the genre as someone who absorbed content to alleviate her recurring sleep issues, before deciding to post her own take on her YouTube and Twitch channel. Gibi also has a strong passion for cosplay, something that is reflected in the creation of characters which she uses during her roleplay videos. 2. ASMR Darling (2.42 million subscribers) Taylor ‘ASMR Darling’ Darling, started ASMRing back in 2014. Popularized by her use of ear-to-ear whispering, Darling specializes in sleep-related ASMR that is achieved through various noises (such as whispering, tapping and scratching). Having developed a following on YouTube, Taylor decided to expand her horizons in 2016 by showcasing her other hobbies through vlogging and gaming on her second channel. 1. SAS-ASMR (7.84 million subscribers) Specializing in food-related ASMR, SAS-ASMR currently ranks as the number one ASMRtist in the community by some margin. Having become renowned for her ‘mukbang’ shows (where people indulge in a copious amount of food), SAS also reaches her large following on her vlog channel, where she typically posts challenge video featuring her family and friends. SAS’ most popular video has amassed over 39 million views, which shows her eating an “extremely sticky” honeycomb for over 12 minutes. While the scientific support behind the use of ASMR is somewhat lackluster, it is evident that the notion has captivated a huge (and still growing) audience. Plenty of anecdotal evidence surrounding the benefits – alongside an ever-expanding fanbase – suggests that ASMR is here to stay.

Top 5 music artists to follow on Instagram Instagram: Harry Styles, Billie EilishInstagram is home to some of the most famous musicians in the world, so here are the best artists to follow right now. Social media platforms like Instagram allow us to keep updated with our favorite bands and artists. No matter what the genre is, every musician is using Instagram to share snippets of new songs and valuable insight into their lives. From Beyonce to Harry Styles, here are the top 5 music artists that you should be following on Instagram. Billie Eilish Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish often invites her followers to ask questions via her Instagram story, offering a personal touch to her fans. While Eilish isn’t the most-followed musician on Instagram, she is quickly coming after another artist on this list, with over 103 million followers and counting. At only 20-years-old, Eilish has become one of the most successful digital artists ever and was featured on the Time 100 list in 2021. View this post on Instagram Taylor Swift We’d be remiss if we didn’t include Taylor Swift on this list. With a whopping 212 million followers on Instagram, Swifties around the world are awaiting every snippet of new music they can get. Swift recently graduated from NYU, sharing the moment on her profile, which has been viewed over 5 million times. View this post on Instagram Harry Styles Surprisingly, the One Direction frontman hasn’t cracked the top ten most-followed artists yet. However, Styles uses social media sparingly and hasn’t even made the move to TikTok yet. If you’re keen to learn more about Styles and his life on the road while he tours his new album Harry’s House, Instagram is your best bet so far. View this post on Instagram Dua Lipa Dua Lipa’s Instagram page is worth your time, as the pop sensation posts more than just promotion. Often hopping around the globe, Dua Lipa documents her tropical travels and glamorous concerts daily. You can also get updates on her podcast before anyone else in the world too. View this post on Instagram Beyonce Reigning supreme as the most-followed music artist on Instagram of all time, Beyonce has a staggering 260 million followers on the platform. Interestingly, Beyonce doesn’t follow anyone on her account and doesn’t post anywhere near as frequently as other aforementioned artists. Read More: How to make a group chat on Instagram – Having left her page dormant since March, the RnB icon returned to Instagram on June 5, with no caption in her post. View this post on Instagram And there you have it – now you’re all set to follow some of the best musician accounts on Instagram. To keep updated with all things related to the viral image platform, be sure to check back in with us.

Top 5 most controversial Twitch metas: Hot tubs, gambling, topless streams and more Twitch: Morgpie / AmouranthTwitch ‘metas’ are so-called for their ability to sweep across the streaming platform, often sparking controversy and platform policy changes. These are the most controversial metas in Twitch history. Following the meta (literally ‘most effective tactic available’) is often key to the success of streamers, and while some are innocent trends like Among Us or Pokemon Go, others are more divisive. At the end of 2023, Twitch experienced yet another platform-defining meta: topless streams and implied nudity. The result of what many believed to be a loophole in the community guidelines, many streamers – mainly female but not exclusively – began streaming with nothing covering their chest, but having everything below the cleavage line out of shot. This caused a backlash, and a policy change, but the policy change was then reverted after it led to unintended consequences on Twitch’s Art category, thanks to the ‘artistic nudity’ guide. This is far from the first time that a sweeping meta has caused outcry and updates to Twitch’s rules. So, looking back, these are the most controversial Twitch metas. 5 – CSGO Gambling In 2015 and 2016, CS:GO case openings became one of the most popular types of streams. This led to various gambling streams from the top creators, and streamers and fans alike became enthralled by the in-game items worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars. However, where there is money to be made, there is also greed and deception. Multiple streamers were later called out for rigging CS:GO gambling sites in their favor, having secret deals with the gambling sites, or even, most infamously, owning the site outright, without disclosing it. This led to the first major crackdown on gambling on Twitch – but it wasn’t the last, as we’ll see later on this list. It also led to the permanent ban of massive streamers like Phantoml0rd, who later sued Twitch over the ban and won – although didn’t receive the millions in damages he was hoping for. 4 – Body Painting In the earlier days of Twitch, before even hot tub streams and the topless meta, the way some female streamers got around the nudity guidelines was by body painting. Although there were many talented body painters, Twitch viewers often accused the streamers of using the art as an excuse to wear little-to-no clothing on stream. Twitch had to address the situation when it became a massive point of controversy, banning some streamers and making clear that while body painting was allowed, nipple covers had to be worn, and the focus of the content could not be on specific body parts. Body art was given as an exception to nudity rules, with some restrictions. This decision initially sparked some backlash in the body painting community, but it later settled, and the rules were generally considered a positive step. 3 – Topless meta The most recent meta on this list, the topless meta, also known as the implied nudity meta, went viral at the end of 2023. Streamer Morgpie is generally credited with popularising the trend, after a viral clip of her seemingly bare-chested while live went viral all over social media. Many were shocked that this content was “allowed” on Twitch, and although Morgpie did later cop a ban, it’s unclear exactly what caused it. Other streamers also began doing the same thing, by appearing bare-chested, but with the camera shot cutting off high enough to not reveal too much. Twitch updated its guidelines in the wake of the controversy, although later quickly reversed them, as an “artistic nudity” provision was taken too far and the Art category was taken over by sexual furry and anime art. However, the topless meta still continues and has evolved, with streamers now using an ‘implied nudity‘ tactic. By placing black censor bars over their chest and hips, streamers can appear otherwise nude, despite actually wearing something underneath the censor bars. 2 – Gambling The gambling meta, which can be seen as a sequel of sorts to the CS:GO gambling meta before it, had by far the most consequential impact on Twitch and streaming as a whole. Throughout 2020, 2021, and 2022, gambling became an ever more present feature on Twitch. Everything from poker, to slots, to roulette and more was frequently among the most-watched content, with huge streamers like Trainwrecks, Adin Ross, and xQc popularizing it. Crucially, these streamers were sponsored by crypto betting site Stake.com – which is not licensed to operate in the US. The rise of gambling content sparked concern and backlash against the streamers, with many arguing it promoted gambling to young and impressionable audiences, and that the streamers themselves could essentially not lose money overall, as they were being paid by the website. Eventually, Twitch updated their gambling rules, to prohibit streams featuring a number of specific websites that were not licensed to operate in the US, including Stake. This is often cited as a reason for the rise of Kick – a Stake-backed streamer platform that Trainwrecks, Adin Ross, xQc NICKMERCS and more have since streamed gambling content on. 1 – Hot Tub streams By far the most infamous meta in Twitch history, and the only one to spark the creation of a whole new category, was the hot tub meta. Although it’s disputed who exactly started the meta, a few names were definitely responsible for popularising it: xoAeriel, Amouranth, and IndieFoxx. xoAeriel is believed to have been the first, but the latter two streamers, and their feud, made the hot tub meta even more controversial. Essentially, Twitch’s guidelines stated that attire must be appropriate for the setting, so, for example, a streamer could wear a swimsuit if at the beach, but not if they were just in their bedroom. So, what did streamers do? Put a hot tub in their bedroom, of course. The streamers would also often perform suggestive activities, like doing ‘squats’ or riding on inflatable pool toys. These streams eventually began gaining massive viewership, and other content creators called on Twitch to do something about it. But, Twitch’s hands were somewhat tied. They couldn’t exactly ban swimsuits in general, and so the hot tub meta was essentially safe from punishment. As a step to improve the situation though, Twitch took the streams out of the ‘Just Chatting section, where they were becoming overwhelming, by creating a new ‘Pools, Hot Tubs and Beaches’ category. Now, anyone wearing a bikini on stream will need to be in that category. So, those are the most controversial Twitch metas of all time, but with the creativity of streamers and a thirst for new ideas, there will no doubt be many more to come.

Top 5 most influential TikTok pets TikTok: chantyb97/pudgeywoke/floofnoodlesYou might have heard of Addison Rae, Charli D’Amelio, or LilHuddy, but are you clued up on TikTok’s most famous animals? If your For You Page is tuned in, you should already be very aware of these loveable creatures. From dogs who make weird noises to extremely sassy birds, these are the influential pets you need to be aware of. Bunny – 6.2m Bunny and Alexis first went viral on their account whataboutbunny back in May 2020, with a TikTok that showed the adorable sheepadoodle pressing a series of buttons to tell her mom to “come play.” The video scored views in the millions, and people were thoroughly baffled by the apparently highly intelligent hound and her bright spark of an owner. The duo have gone on to pair up with a scientist and an engineer to beta test a new device based on cognitive science, and now, Bunny even has merch. Pudgywoke – 12.1m The internet has gone crazy for this one very small and elderly Chihuahua called Pudgywoke, who went viral on TikTok after its owner, Malachy James, asked, “Can I get an Owa Owa?” Pudgy responded by biting his headphone mic and actually saying “owa owa.” The videos of the adorable, but angry, pup have taken the app by storm, with some clips amassing more than 50 million views. Pudgy himself now has over 12 million followers on the platform. Chase, Millie, and Skye – 6.5m Kareem and Fifi’s feline trio consists of a brown tabby named Chase, a tortoiseshell named Millie, and a Himalayan named Skye. The group gets into all sorts of hijinks that are posted to TikTok, which include everything from strapping the cats in a car seat for a short ride to taking them shopping at the pet store in baby carriers, but it’s their spa day videos that are gaining the most attention. In these clips, the couple relaxes alongside their furry friends, who are comfortably snuggled up underneath towels with their cat dad. Unfortunately, Fifi seems to find the situation comically ridiculous and tries to remove the cats from the odd situation — but each time, Chase refuses her attempts to get him out of bed. Hamlet – 2.2m Australian TikTok user Bridget (or ChantyB) is the proud owner of an Indian Ringneck bird called Hamlet, who have entertained millions of viewers with their hilarious relationship (and Hamlet’s adorable little phrases). Read More: How long can a TikTok be? – Most notably, Hamlet’s catchphrase is “What doing?” which will often be screeched if he’s feeling particularly sassy. Sometimes, if he’s in a more affectionate mood, he imitates giving kisses or will literally ask for kisses. Matilda – 13.5m Matilda the Ferret is the subject of TikTok account Floofnoodles, and first found TikTok fame for going viral dancing alongside a little Pikachu toy in 2019. After a couple of health complications, Matilda is back and dancing more than ever to TikTok’s most viral songs. Matilda’s owner will also film her in adorable cooking videos and wearing a tiny chef’s hat. Matilda now has more than 13 million fans and more than 45 million likes across all her TikToks. For more adorable TikTok pets, make sure you like, follow and comment on any accounts with this type of content, pointing the algorithm in the right direction to send you more and more cute animals.

Top 5 Halloween-inspired TikTok trends to take part in this spooky season Unsplash: Eleanor BrookeAs Halloween is creeping closer, people are doing their best to get into a Halloween-y mood to enjoy the spooky season. If you’re struggling, here are five ideas of TikTok trends you can take part in this spooky season. Naturally, as it gets closer to October 31, people have been getting into the Halloween spirit by sharing their costume plans and classic monster-themed songs in their content on TikTok. If you’re struggling to get into the spooky mood, or just want more Halloween in your life, look no further. Here’s our list of five Halloween-inspired things you can do right now. Recreate a Halloween-inspired recipe Halloween officially marks the start of the holiday season, and does it well with lots of candies and treats. The hashtag for SpookyTreats has over 4.4 billion views and includes videos of anything you could possibly think of. From spooky sugar cookies, brain cakes, and cinnamon roll intestines, TikTok has seen its fair share of viral Halloween recipes, so why not try one for yourself? Make a boo basket for someone A Boo basket has become one of the biggest seasonal trends on TikTok in recent weeks. Originally less to do with dating and more to do with Halloween, Boo Baskets are the spooky equivalent to Easter baskets. Packed with Halloween and fall-themed goodies, they serve as a fun way of gifting friends, neighbors, and children. Once the giftee has been “Boo’d”, they’re next in line for passing along the tradition. However, TikTok has put its own spin on the trend. With a hashtag that has garnered over 296.4 million views, Boo Baskets have been deemed the perfect wholesome surprise for that special someone in your life. Recreate scary makeup looks TikTok is the home of some incredible makeup artists and special effects artists. Why not have a browse through their content to find inspiration for your next makeup look? Maybe you’ll even find inspiration for your Halloween costume. Try out the new, spooky filters On October 9, TikTok revealed they’d released their Halloween updates which included several new, scary filters. Some of the filters include effects like “random Halloween eyeliner” and “random Halloween face which help people decide their next Halloween look. If you want something more spooky, you could try the new horror Halloween filter. Pumpkin head photoshoot trend One of the most popular fall/Halloween trends on TikTok in the past few years has been the pumpkin head trend. For this, people carve out a face in their pumpkins while also creating a hole big enough to fit their heads inside the pumpkins. Then they put their pumpkins on their heads before having a fall-inspired or spooky photoshoot. So there you have it! Five ideas to help you get into the spooky mood. If you want more, you can find our Halloween-related content here.

Top 5 most controversial Joe Rogan Experience podcast episodes Joe Rogan ExperienceThe Joe Rogan Experience is one of the most popular podcasts in the world. However, the UFC commentator’s willingness to talk to anyone has seen him in hot water over the last decade. Here are Rogan’s most controversial moments. The JRE podcast has come a long way since its humble origins in 2009. The program has hosted guests such as Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler. In 2021, streaming giant Spotify reportedly shelled out $100 million to make it exclusive to their platform. Despite its massive popularity, host Joe Rogan has found himself embroiled in backlash over the years. From his viral vaccine rant to his infamous Jack Dorsey interview, we are going to break down five of the show’s most controversial moments that did not sit well with viewers and critics. Top 5 most controversial Joe Rogan Experience moments #5: Elon Musk – Episode #1169 After years of anticipation, Elon Musk finally visited Rogan’s podcast for a nearly three-hour conversation that did not disappoint. The interview covered topics from aliens to the tech-billionaire’s future Neuralink. The show went completely off the rails in the last hour when the UFC commentator offered Musk a joint to loosen up. Without hesitation, he lit up and quickly became the year’s biggest meme. While viewers loved the moment, Tesla shareholders were not amused. Immediately after the episode, the electric company’s stocks reportedly plummeted. Even though the moment would go down in JRE history, Elon’s actions received criticism from the media. #4: Jack Dorsey – Episode #1236 Rogan’s interview with the Twitter CEO in 2019 is notoriously hated by fans of the podcast. Many viewers at the time accused him of asking Dorsey ‘softball’ questions. In particular, many wanted the JRE host to ask the tech giant to explain how the platform decides to ban accounts and to address accusations of the company having bias when enforcing rules. The backlash was so big that Rogan offered up a rare apology to his audience a few episodes later. The comedian even had Dorsey and Twitter policy leader Vijaya Gadde come back on the show for a second interview to discuss topics fans originally wanted to be covered. #3: Joe Rogan misreports wildfire story – Episode #1538 For episode #1538, Joe Rogan sat down with British author Douglas Murray to discuss social issues and modern politics. During the conversation, the 53-year-old host gave an example of activists in the United States going too far and starting wildfires in Portland, Oregon. The only problem is, this was quickly debunked by the FBI and major news outlets. The moment quickly exploded on social media and was even picked up by mainstream media. Critics accused him of irresponsibly spreading fake news. Rogan addressed the situation quickly by apologizing on Twitter and privatizing the JRE episode on YouTube. “I f**ked up on the podcast with Douglas Murray and said that people got arrested lighting fires in Portland. That turns out to not be true. I was very irresponsible not looking into it before I repeated it,” he wrote. I fucked up on the podcast with Douglas Murray and said that people got arrested lighting fires in Portland. That turns out to not be true. I was very irresponsible not looking into it before I repeated it. I read one story about a guy getting arrested for lighting fires… — Joe Rogan (@joerogan) September 18, 2020 #02: Alex Jones – Episode #1555 While Alex Jones has been a featured guest on the Joe Rogan Experience several times throughout its 11-year run, the highly controversial conspiracy theorist was banned by YouTube, Facebook, and Apple in 2018. So his surprise appearance in a 2020 episode immediately sparked backlash. Because Rogan had just signed a $100 million contract with Spotify a few months earlier, this caused critics to put intense scrutiny on the deal. According to several reports, employees at the streaming company demanded that the episode be deleted. The episode would end up staying up and Spotify ultimately decided to give Rogan freedom to choose who he invites on his show. #01: Joe Rogan’s take on vaccines – Episode #1639 During the April 2021 interview with radio personality Dave Smith, Rogan kicked off a firestorm when he told viewers that he didn’t think a young healthy person needed to get a vaccine. The viral moment spread to mainstream outlets such as CNN and MSNBC. Even the head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases condemned the commentator’s take and called it “incorrect.” The backlash became so widespread that the United States White House released a statement criticizing Rogan. In a later episode, the comedian clarified his stance and argued that he was pro-vaccination, but felt that people took his nuanced position out of context.

Top 5 funniest viral Text-to-speech TikToks & how to do it Wikimedia Commons, Solen FeyissaTikTok users have yet again found another hilarious way to use some of the app’s native features to create a viral trend, and this time they’re using the text-to-speech function to create some bizarre videos. Here are some of the best. There’s no app that has trends go viral as quick as TikTok, with new filters and editing tricks spreading through people’s For You Pages at an unprecedented rate, everyone wanting to try their hand at the range of bizarre filters. In the past, things like the anime filter and the time-warp filter have gone insanely viral on TikTok, and while some features require outsourcing to another app to try out some of these popular trends, there is a huge number available on TikTok natively, and this now includes the text-to-speech filter. While it was installed with the intention of promoting accessibility for all users on TikTok, people haven’t hesitated to push the slightly buggy feature to its limits, producing some rather funny results. If you want to try out the trend for yourself, here’s how. How to use text to speech on TikTok Start a new video by pressing the rectangle plus button at the bottom of your screen on TikTok. – Film or upload the video you want to put speech over. – Tap the tick to move to the editing page, and click the text button at the bottom. – Once you’ve typed what you want the voiceover to say, click ‘done.’ – Tap the text, and select ‘Text-to-speech.’ Your text will then be converted into a voiceover. – Top 5 text to speech TikToks With the feature so easy to use once you’ve found the button, in true TikTok form thousands of users have been trying out various different ways of breaking the feature. Some have given it the challenge of speaking different languages, pronouncing people’s names, and even replacing the original audio of funny videos for a bizarre spin. Here are some of our favorites. Nitrogen Monoxide Compliments from text-to-speech Three words in a row An unexpected voice https://www.tiktok.com/@stilldunnknow/video/6905447605589904641?_d=secCgYIASAHKAESMgowT3ltzpObblaqUBP6h5sRFE4Wb5pgGsl0HGlGEsLYT9EHW22nPM095YNt1LlH3OgrGgA&language=en&preview_pb=0&sec_user_id=MS4wLjABAAAAnEzepZPJq-vfa8DXK6LYJXEVhws-eZKfq-nQ2ZXRSHL6ZW_SerPhZbNl0SbysPuk&share_item_id=6905447605589904641&share_link_id=BB17A306-8374-441E-907B-204FE719920A×tamp=1608812348&tt_from=copy&u_code=d33l8bc591jd18&user_id=6621960276778024965&utm_campaign=client_share&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=copy&source=h5_m&sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=6853094046220240389&is_from_webapp=v2 An entire conversation https://www.tiktok.com/@theoneandonly_macy/video/6907002502927895814?lang=en&sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=6853094046220240389&is_from_webapp=v2 This new feature has been sweeping the app like wildfire, and TikTok users have almost certainly not reached the end of its capabilities, with plenty more viral videos surfacing each day.

Top 20 most subscribed YouTube channels: MrBeast, T-Series and more Despite the rise of TikTok and Instagram, YouTube remains the most used social media platform, with over 2.49 billion monthly users. But what is the most subscribed channel on the video platform? While view numbers are the most crucial YouTube metric, content creators encourage their fanbase to subscribe to their channels in the hopes that they’ll come back to watch their content in the future and, in return, earn them more money. Of course, for many, the race between Swedish YouTuber Felix ‘PewDiePie’ Kjellberg and Indian production company T-Series is the first thing you think of when you consider the site’s most subscribed channels. With their war raging on for months, the Swede even dropped two diss tracks on T-Series. Even other YouTubers were determined to help the creator in his fight, with creators like Jimmy ‘MrBeast’ Donaldson paying for billboards to promote the Swede in his battle. Eventually, though, the war came to an end, and T-Series cemented its place as the top channel on the platform while PewDiePie started slipping down the top list after stepping back. MrBeast has now emerged as YouTube’s largest individual content creator, with more than 300 million subscribers, becoming the first creator to reach the milestone, after launching a campaign of his own, challenging T-Series to a sub-count face-off “for PewDiePie.” Top 20 most subscribed YouTube channels – September 2024 Who are the top 20 most subscribed channels on YouTube? Here’s a full list of the names at the top of the video-sharing site. 20) Justin Bieber – 73.4 million subscribers While Justin Bieber is now one of the biggest names in music worldwide, it’s easy to forget that the superstar started his musical career on YouTube many years ago. As a kid, Bieber would upload videos of him covering popular songs, eventually leading to music producer Scooter Braun discovering him and flying him out to Atlanta to work on demo tracks. Bieber’s track ‘Baby’ featuring Ludacris was the most disliked video on YouTube until the 2018 edition of YouTube Rewind usurped it. 19) HYBE LABELS – 75.6 million subscribers HYBE LABELS is a South Korean entertainment company that functions as a record label, talent agency, music production company, event management, concert production company, and music publishing house. The channel; now has 75.6 million subscribers and offers music videos as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes content. 18) Pinkfong Baby Shark – 77.3 million subscribers Pinkfong Baby Shark, a children’s music channel, has captured the hearts of 77.3 million subscribers. With 3.3K videos, it’s best known for the viral “Baby Shark” song, offering a variety of catchy tunes for kids. 17) BANGTANTV – 78.9 million subscribers BANGTANTV, the official channel of South Korean boy band BTS, has a dedicated fanbase of 78.9 million subscribers. Their fanbase has smashed YouTube records on multiple occasions, which is getting bigger each year. 16) 5-Minute Crafts – 80.8 million subscribers 5-Minute Crafts is an instructional YouTube channel that gives viewers tips and tricks to help them complete tasks or make items and gifts completely from scratch. The channel uploads multiple videos per day, meaning that if you need to find out how to do something, it’s likely that 5-Minute Crafts will have a tutorial to help you. 15) Zee TV – 83.5 million subscribers Zee TV is a Hindi-language entertainment channel based in India, with a number of specialized stations on Indian TV. The channel has attracted 83.5 million subscribers and offers a wide range of shows, from dramas to reality TV. 14) ChuChu TV Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs – 92.7 million subscribers ChuChu TV Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs is also a children’s music channel that has accumulated over 92.7 million subscribers. The channel features nursery rhymes and learning videos, including a phonetics song that has been viewed over 5.9 billion times. 13) BLACKPINK – 94.7 million subscribers Blackpink is a Korean pop group comprised of Rose, Lisa, Jisoo, and Jennie, who regularly smash YouTube records with their catchy hits. The group released their second album in 2022, Born Pink, but nothing from that album has yet to surpass the hit track “DDU-DU DDU-DU” which has racked in over 2.2 billion views alone. 12) Sony SAB – 95.2 million subscribers Similar to SET India, Sony SAB is a part of the network of television channels owned by Sony Pictures Networks and was launched in 1999. The channel has amassed 95.2 million subscribers and is a hub for comedy and drama. 11) Goldmines Telefilms – 99.5 million subscribers Goldmines, a Hindi film channel, has attracted 99.5M subscribers. With 8.9K videos, it has a vast collection of dubbed movies, offering a unique blend of Bollywood and South Indian cinema. 10) WWE – 104 million subscribers WWE, the official channel of World Wrestling Entertainment, has a solid fanbase of over 104 million subscribers. With 78,000 videos, it’s a one-stop-shop for wrestling fans, offering match highlights, interviews, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage. 9) Zee Music Company – 110 million subscribers Zee Music Company, a Hindi music channel, has attracted 110 million subscribers. With 11,000 videos, it’s a go-to source for Bollywood music lovers, offering a vast library of music videos and film trailers. 8) PewDiePie- 111 million subscribers While Felix ‘PewDiePie’ Kjellberg may not sit at the top of YouTube any longer, he still holds a strong fanbase of 111 million subscribers. With 4.7K videos, his humorous and often controversial content has been a significant part of YouTube culture since 2013. 7) Like Nastya – 119 million subscribers Like Nastya is a Russian-American children’s channel that has garnered 119 million subscribers. The channel is mostly focused on videos of Anastasia playing with her family. 6) Vlad and Niki – 123 million subscribers Another kids channel, Russian duo Vlad and Niki upload videos that see them pretend to play, travel, or take on other activities. Their channel has quickly risen to over 123 million subscribers. 5) Kids Diana Show – 125 million subscribers The Kids Diana Show, a children’s entertainment channel, has charmed its way to 125 million subscribers. With 1.2K videos, Diana’s adventures and toy reviews have become a favorite among young viewers around the globe. 4) SET India – 177 million subscribers SET India, a Hindi entertainment channel, has a staggering 177M subscribers. With an impressive 143K videos, it’s a powerhouse of Indian television shows, keeping viewers hooked with its diverse content. 3) Cocomelon – 181 million subscribers Cocomelon, a children’s nursery rhyme channel, has captured the hearts of 181M subscribers. With over 1.2K videos, this English-language channel has been a staple in households worldwide, providing educational and entertaining content for the little ones. 2) T-Series – 272 million subscribers Dominating the YouTube scene since 2019, T-Series, a Hindi music video channel, has amassed an astounding 272 million subscribers, making it the second most popular YouTube channel in the world. For viewers in the Western hemisphere, T-Series might be best known for the well-documented sub-war with PewDiePie. Their war finally came to an end in early 2019, and the company also beat the Swede to another major milestone, becoming the first channel to hit 100 million subscribers in May 2019. 1) MrBeast – 313 million subscribers Known for his jaw-dropping stunts and philanthropy, MrBeast has skyrocketed to 313M subscribers in 2024. With 804 videos, each upload is considered a must-watch for any YouTube enthusiast. With videos like ‘I Survived 24 Hours in Ice’, and his Squid Game spin-off, it’s no wonder he’s so popular. In 2023, MrBeast challenged T-Series to a sub-count face-off, much like PewDiePie did many years before. Almost exactly a year and a half later, MrBeast won the challenge and was named the most subscribed user on YouTube. On July 10, MrBeast beat the record as he became the first-ever channel to reach 300 million subscribers. That’s the list of the most popular top 20 YouTube channels. We’ll continually update this with new changes, so be sure to check back often. To learn more about the top social media and streaming stars, check out our other guides like the most liked YouTube videos as well as the most disliked videos ever on YouTube.

Top 10 highest-paid TikTok stars: The creators making the most money on the app RaveReviews/Charli D’Amelio/Addison RaeTikTok has become known for paying its top-performing accounts. But which TikTok star earns the most money on the platform? Influencers such as Charli and Dixie D’Amelio, Addison Rae & Noah Beck have become celebrities in their own right thanks to their insane growth on the app. But, this doesn’t necessarily mean that these are the highest earners on TikTok. Instead, the top earner from the app might surprise you. Who makes the most money on TikTok? These are the highest-earning TikTokers in 2024, who predominantly made their money from sponsored videos and partnerships to create content. You might be surprised to see that Charli D’Amelio doesn’t top the list. Instead, she’s beaten out by Khabane Lame, who allegedly makes over $258,900 per post on the app in 2024. Here’s the full list: Khabane Lame – $258,949. per post – Charli D’Amelio – $245,394 per post – MrBeast — $150,493 per post – Bella Poarch — $150,396 per post – Addison Rae — $141,954 per post – Zach King — $130,316 per post – Kimberly Loaiza — $129,437 per post – Burak Özdemir— $120,002 per post – Will Smith — $118,451 per post – Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson — $119,123 per post – These earnings are based on The TikTok Money Calculator, which allows you to calculate someone’s estimated earnings from their TikTok account based on your engagement and number of followers. Of course, as with any reports like this, don’t presume the figures to be exact, but they definitely give a good insight into which TikTokers are earning the most.

Most popular VTubers (September 2024): Gawr Gura, Filian, Ironmouse, more DexertoThe VTuber industry has grown a lot since it first emerged, with some of the most popular content creators on the planet being VTubers, with the likes of Gura and Ironmouse dominating their respective platforms. It’s difficult to say exactly when VTubing began, but many credit Kizuna Ai’s rise to prominence in 2016 as being the catalyst for its eventual growth. That was followed by the emergence of large Japanese companies like Hololive and Nijisanji, and soon after, their influence spread to the West. At their peak, VTubers have broken records, like Pekora becoming the most-watched female streamer in the world. Make no mistake, VTubers are massive, and there’s no sign that the industry will slow down anytime soon. With so much talent these days, it can be hard to keep track of who the biggest VTubers are. To help you out, we’ve listed the biggest streamers who use an anime avatar across both YouTube and Twitch. Most popular VTubers on YouTube These are the Top 20 most subscribed VTubers on YouTube as of August 30, 2024: Most popular VTubers on Twitch These are the Top 20 most followed VTubers on Twitch as of August 30, 2024: Who is the most popular VTuber? The most popular VTuber is Gawr Gura. As of September 2024, the Hololive EN 1st Gen member has 4.5 million subscribers on YouTube, placing her firmly ahead of the competition. Gura’s incredible growth as a content creator has been apparent ever since her debut in September 2020. Within just two weeks of her debut, Gura hit 500,000 subscribers, making her the fastest-growing VTuber at the time, only since surpassed by Hyakumantenbara Salome. The Shark went on to become Hololive’s most popular VTuber just over a month after her debut and became the third-ever VTuber to pass 1,000,000 subscribers in October 2020. She has remained Hololive’s most subscribed VTuber overall since June 2021, a title that looks likely to last for the distant future. The agency’s next most subscribed member is Houshou Marine, who still trails Gura by over one million subscribers. Technically, CookieSwirlC has an absurd 21.3 million subscribers on YouTube, so there’s an argument she is actually the most popular VTuber. However, she is typically not included in the conversation as her content is targeted almost exclusively at children rather than the core VTuber audience, but it wouldn’t feel right to not at least mention her. That’s everything you need to know about the most popular VTubers across Twitch and YouTube. These rankings will be updated monthly as these streamers continue to grow and move up the charts. To learn more about streamer culture, check out the Top 20 Twitch Streamers and Biggest Twitch Records.

Top 20 most-liked YouTube videos (July 2024) For years, YouTube has been one of the best places to find viral content on the internet, with many videos racking up millions of likes – but what is the most liked video on YouTube? With billions of users across the globe, YouTube has become the ultimate platform for content creators and viewers alike. One metric that reflects a video’s impact on YouTube is the number of likes and dislikes it accumulates. These digital thumbs-up and thumbs-down gestures serve as a collective voice of the audience. Some videos garner immense love, while others face the wrath of the dislike button for various reasons. But what are the most liked videos on YouTube? Here’s everything you need to know. What category has the most liked videos on YouTube? At one point, viral videos and uploads from full-time YouTubers dominated all YouTube lists but now, the majority are all about music. Luis Fonsi’s ‘Despacito’ is the most liked video on YouTube, and has been for several years after being a major hit when it came out in 2017, and is still one of the most played songs of the summer. The video is shortly followed by the song “See you again” by Wiz Khalifa feat. Charlie Puth, but it still has over ten million likes to go to get ahead of Despacito. What are the most popular artists on YouTube? Other popular music figures such as BTS, Psy, and Alan Walker among others, all made the cut with at least one song. Sheeran also joins the list by having his song “Shape of You” sitting inside the top 20. However, several of the major artists who were previously part of the top 20, which included Adele and Maroon 5, have been knocked off the list after the release of YouTube Shorts. MrBeast is one of two individuals YouTube creators to feature on the list multiple times, with videos like “Would you fly to Paris for a Baguette?”, “Make This Video The Most Liked Video On Youtube”, and “The Rock VS MrBeast for $100,000”. The other creator appearing on the list multiple times is DanielLaBelle, who often goes viral for his hilarious sketches. Top 20 most-liked videos on YouTube The top 20 most liked YouTube videos on the platform, as of April 11, 2024, can all be found below. This article will be updated as and when the standings change. 20 – I drew Khaby Lame and Bella Poarch and gave it to them (crazy reaction!): Devon Rodriguez – 27.66 million likes 19 – Faded: Alan Walker – 27.79 million likes 18 – Gangnam Style: Psy – 28.22 million likes 17 – Boy with Luv: BTS feat. Halsey – 28.44 million likes 16 – Power Tools Racing is INTENSE: How Ridiculous – 28.69 million likes 15 – The Rock VS MrBeast for $100,000: MrBeast – 29.26 million likes 14 – Revenge: Lucas and Marcus – 29.71 million likes 13 – Make This Video The Most Liked Video On Youtube: MrBeast – 29.91 million likes 12 – How Zach King Gets Away With Doing Graffiti: dollarbill/Zach King – 30.99 million likes 11 – “Home Alone in a Rush: DanielLaBelle – 31.42 million likes 10 – Shape of You: Ed Sheeran – 32.64 million likes 9 – Giving iPhones Instead Of Candy on Halloween: MrBeast – 32.98 million likes 8 – OMG Best Teacher: Dednahype – 35.37 million likes 7 – Dynamite: BTS – 37.23 million likes 6 – If Cleaning Was a Timed Sport. Part 2: DanielLaBelle – 37.59 million likes 5 – Our MOST INTENSE Balloon Popping Race: How Ridiculous – 38.26 million likes 4 – Baby Shark Dance: Pinkfong Kids’ Songs and Stories – 42.55 million likes 3 – See You Again: Wiz Khalifa feat. Charlie Puth – 42.67 million likes 2 – Would you fly to Paris for a Baguette?: MrBeast – 45.99 million likes 1 – Despacito: Luis Fonsi – 52.86 million likes LAST UPDATED: July 15, 2024 That’s the list of the most popular top 20 YouTube videos. We’ll continually update this with new changes, so be sure to check back often.

Top 20 Twitch Streamers (September 2024) – Most followed channels As streamers aspire to Twitch fame, the platform’s biggest names have already amassed millions of followers. These are the top 20 Twitch streamers with the most followers as of September 2024. The world of streaming is experiencing explosive growth, especially with heightened competition from YouTube and Kick, yet Twitch still holds its position as the premier destination for live-streamed content. At the very top of the pile are those streamers with millions of followers, who regularly attract tens of thousands of viewers as soon as they go live. Some of these streamers have been around for over a decade, while others are much newer. These are the most-followed streamers on Twitch. Ninja still number 1 for Twitch followers Ninja is still the most followed Twitch streamer, with over 19 million followers on his channel. He ended his exclusive partnership with Twitch when he moved to Mixer, but came back after the platform dissolved. However, due to Twitch’s recent policy changes, preventing co-streaming, he is considering moving away from the platform. Auronplay and Rubius are fast approaching Ninja’s follower count though, and were on track to overtake him. But, their follower growth has slowed. Kai Cenat is also growing rapidly, and holds the record for most subs at one time, and he has now secured his spot as the second most-followed NA streamer. Tfue, xQc, and shroud are the next NA-based streamers in the list, all with over 10 million followers. Tfue retired from streaming and then moved to Kick, so his spot will be up for grabs. The rise of Spanish streamers In particular, Spanish-speaking streamers are dominating Twitch, now taking up two of the top three spots. This is thanks to the growth of streaming not only in Spain, but also in South America. Ibai, Rubius, and Grefg all make the top 10. In 2022, there was an argument that Auronplay was actually the most popular streamer on all of Twitch at some stages, with his average viewership often beating every other streamer. In total, eight of the top 20 streamers on Twitch speak either Spanish or Portuguese. Streamers moving to YouTube & Kick A number of the top 20 Twitch streamers by follower count have actually moved to YouTube, such as Myth and TimTheTatman. However, we’re keeping them on this list as their channels are still available on the platform. Some streamers, like Dr Disrespect and Adin Ross, are no longer counted in the list as their accounts are permanently banned. Adin’s channel had 7.25 million followers when he was banned, which would place him 18th on the list. He now streams exclusively on Kick. Top 20 most popular Twitch streamers 20: TimTheTatman – Followers: 6.9 million Real name: Timothy John Betar – Nationality: American – Age: 34 – Known for: Variety – Despite moving to YouTube in 2021, Tim’s contract has now ended, and he is back on Twitch – although is multistreaming on various platforms. Tim has moved from CS:GO, to Call of Duty, to Overwatch, to Fortnite, and back to Call of Duty again. No matter what he streams, he commands a huge audience and shows no signs of slowing even after such a long career. 19: SypherPK – Followers: 7 million Real name: Ali Hassan – Nationality: American – Age: 28 – Known for: Fortnite – SypherPK has been battling with Spanish streamer AriGameplays for the 20th spot on the list for a long time, and right now he’s just over 40,000 followers ahead. This means he has finally eclipsed 7 million, just taking him over TimTheTatman too. He is best known as a Fortnite streamer, but also dabbles in other shooter games from time to time. 18: Alanzoka – Followers: 7.2 million Real name: Alan Ferreira Pereira – Nationality: Brazilian – Age: 34 – Known for: Variety – Alanzoka is a Brazilian streamer who has been battling just outside the top 20 for a while, but has now moved up to 19th, just above Ari. Alanzoka plays a massive variety of games, from new releases to old classics, and some lesser-known games in between, averaging over 15,000 concurrent viewers. 17: Myth – Followers: 7.3 million Real name: Ali Kabbani – Nationality: American – Age: 25 – Known for: Variety / Fortnite – Once by far the fastest-growing streamer on Twitch, Myth exploded in popularity when he made a name for himself with incredible building skills in Fortnite. Even after the hype of Fortnite died, Myth has kept his huge following interested no matter what he streams. Myth has now moved to streaming exclusively on YouTube, but his channel is still available on Twitch, so he stays on the list. 16: TommyInnit – Followers: 7.3 million Real name: Thomas Simons – Nationality: English – Age: 20 – Known for: Minecraft – British Minecraft streamer TommyInnit is one of the youngest players on this list. At 19, he is already proving his worth as a Twitch streamer with an impressive follower count of over 7 million. His followers have skyrocketed, both on Twitch and YouTube, but he previously suggested that he might need to take some time away from streaming on Twitch to focus on YouTube more. 15: Clix – Followers: 7.7 million Real name: Cody Conrod – Nationality: American – Age: 19 – Known for: Fortnite – Currently the most popular Fortnite streamer, Clix is a competitive player whose skills as well as quirky personality made him one of the fastest-growing streamers of 2023, gaining over a million new followers. This has shot him into the top 20 for the first time, and he is likely to move up higher given several streamers ahead of him no longer stream on Twitch. 14: sodapoppin – Followers: 8.8 million Real name: Thomas “Chance” Jefferson Morris IV – Nationality: American – Age: 30 – Known for: Variety – A 10-year veteran of the Twitch scene, sodapoppin has long hovered around the top of the viewer rankings. Although he has faced numerous suspensions during his long tenure on the platform, he remains as dedicated to streaming as he’s ever been. Although his follower growth has slowed, and may not reach 10 million anytime soon, he boasts a loyal following who enjoy is IRL and gaming content. 13: Pokimane – Followers: 9.3 million Real name: Imane Anys – Nationality: Canadian – Age: 28 – Known for: Variety – By far the most followed female streamer, Pokimane is a beacon for many others to aspire to. A member of Offline TV, she streams a wide variety of games, but started primarily with League of Legends, before moving to Fortnite. Pokimane was one of the most-watched female streamers on Twitch in 2021 and 2022. In 2023, she has been streaming a lot less, meaning her follower count hasn’t moved much. 12. ElSpreen – Followers: 9.5 million Real name: Iván Buhajeruk – Nationality: Argentine – Age: 23 – Known for: Minecraft / Variety – Another Spanish-speaking streamer, ElSpreen is an Argentinian Minecraft streamer and YouTuber. In addition to his 9 million Twitch followers, he has 7.12 million subscribers on YouTube. In the past year, he has gained over 3 million Twitch followers, and could be on his way to the top 10 most-followed very soon. 11. ElMariana – Followers: 9.9 million Real name: Osvaldo Palacios Flores – Nationality: Mexican – Age: 25 – Known for: Variety – The newest entry into the top 20 is Mexican streamer ElMariana. Also boasting over 5 million subscribers on YouTube, he has skyrocketed into the top 20, having only started to grow fast on Twitch in April 2021. He gained over 3 million followers in 2022, pushing him above TimTheTatman and Myth, both of whom have moved to YouTube. In July 2023, he gained over 500,000 new followers, moving him above ElSpreen. 10: Shroud – Followers: 11 million Real name: Michael Grzesiek – Nationality: Canadian – Age: 30 – Known for: Variety – First making his name for his ridiculous aim in CS:GO, and then PUBG, the former pro player Michael ‘shroud‘ Grzesiek gained a reputation as the ‘human aimbot’. He moved to Mixer shortly after Ninja, but has returned to his original domain, and enjoyed a nice bump in followers since too. 9: juansguarnizo – Followers: 11.2 million Real name: Juan Sebastian Guarnizo Algarra – Nationality: Colombian – Age: 27 – Known for: Variety – Juan is South America’s biggest streamer. He is originally from Colombia, but boasts a massive audience in Mexico, where he currently lives. He streams a variety of games but mainly focuses on Minecraft and Grand Theft Auto. 8: Tfue – Followers: 11.3 million Real name: Turner Tenney – Nationality: American – Age: 26 – Known for: Fortnite / Call of Duty – Tfue currently sits at 7th on the most followed Twitch streamer list. Although he’s largely moved on from the game now, Tfue was the only Fortnite streamer who could rival Ninja during the game’s prime in 2018, and later usurped him in viewership in 2019. Ninja’s move to mixer made way for him to top the charts, but he now rests at seventh overall. Tfue retired from streaming in 2023, however, made a return in November 2023 with a signing to Kick. Just like xQc, he splits his time between Kick and Twitch, however streams more on the former. 7: xQc – Followers: 12 million Real name: Felix Lengyel – Nationality: Canadian – Age: 28 – Known for: Variety – A former Overwatch pro, Félix ‘xQc‘ Lengyel is often the streamer that pulls in the most views. While he’s mostly into FPS titles, he streams a wide variety of games, and even ‘Just Chatting’ will pull in upwards of 60,000 viewers. He was the most-watched streamer in 2021 and 2022, however, lost the streak to Kai Cenat in 2023. xQc’s signing with Kick most likely had something to do with it, as he now splits his streaming time between Twitch and Kick. 6: TheGrefg – Followers: 12 million Real name: David Cánovas Martínez – Nationality: Spanish – Age: 27 – Known for: Fortnite / Minecraft – YouTube superstar TheGrefg produces some of the finest Spanish content Twitch has to offer. While he mostly streams Fortnite and Minecraft, he’s then spread out into viral games like Fall Guys and Among Us and his popularity grew further. 5: Kai Cenat – Followers: 13.2 million Real name: Kai Cenat – Nationality: American – Age: 22 – Known for: Variety – Kai Cenat only began streaming on Twitch in 2021, bringing his YouTube audience with him to get a head start. In only two years, he has shot up to one of the most popular names on all of Twitch, and holds the record for most subs at one time. Now in the top 5 for followers, and with over 12 million, he’s bound to fly further up these rankings in the months and years to come. 4: Rubius – Followers: 15.1 million Real name: Rubén Doblas Gundersen – Nationality: Norwegian-Spanish – Age: 34 – Known for: Variety – The second-most followed non-English speaking streamer on Twitch, Rubius is also very well-known as a YouTuber, but his massive following also supports his live streams, too. 3: Auronplay – Followers: 16.4 million Real name: Raúl Álvarez Genes – Nationality: Spanish – Age: 35 – Known for: Variety – Like TheGrefg, Raul ‘AuronPlay’ Alvarez Genes has also exploded since 2020. A big GTA V streamer, AuronPlay has been one of the central Among Us content creators since it blew up. He bizarrely picked up a Twitch ban in September 2021, but it was reversed 20 minutes later. 2: ibai – Followers: 17.1 million Real name: Ibai Llanos Garatea – Nationality: Spanish – Age: 29 – Known for: Variety – Spanish streamer Ibai Llanos is known for originally casting League of Legends, but today streams a variety of content. Starting with LoL back in 2014, he was previously a content creator for G2 Esports, but has since moved on to form his own organization, KOI, alongside FC Barcelona player Gerard Piqué. In June 2023, he overtook Rubius, thanks to his record-breaking boxing event. In 2024, he has overtaken Auronplay to become number two overall. 1: Ninja – Followers: 19 million Real name: Tyler Blevins – Nationality: American – Age: 33 – Known for: Fortnite – Like Tfue, Ninja may not be dedicated to Fortnite anymore, but it’s certainly the game that helped him reach never-seen-before levels of popularity on Twitch. A former Halo pro, he now plays a variety of big titles and reclaimed his crown as the most-followed Twitch streamer. However, with the Fortnite boom well and truly over, Ninja’s stats for viewership did drop. On September 1, he announced that he was taking a break from the internet for an indefinite period of time. He’s back streaming regularly now, but does so to fewer viewers, meaning his follower count has stagnated somewhat. His top spot may not be safe. * Note: Game/Company channels riotgames and esl_csgo omitted. Accounts that were Follow-botted, such as heelmike, are also omitted. So, there you have it, the 20 top Twitch streamers on the platform right now. These rankings will be updated monthly as streamers gain more followers and move up (or down) the chart. Most followed TikTok accounts | Top earning Warzone players | Most liked posts on TikTok | Most expensive Pokemon cards | Biggest Twitch records | Livestream viewership records

YouTube’s most liked videos The YouTube Rewind 2018 video might have sank like a lead balloon when it was released on December 6, but it’s not all bad for the platform. Here are the top 20 most liked videos. The YouTube Rewind was supposed to be a celebration of content creation during the year of 2018, however the video wasn’t met with open arms by viewers and was disliked more than anything in the platform’s history. Nevertheless, there are still many videos on YouTube which can still celebrate record numbers of likes. While there is not a place on the list for gaming, content creators in the industry shouldn’t feel hard done by as there isn’t room for much else other than music – which dominates every one of the 20 slots. Popular figures such as Drake, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars and others made the cut, though, the highest like percentage on the list is ‘Heathens’ by Twenty One Pilots – which may raise a few eyebrows. Read More: T-Series and PewDiePie’s battle for YouTube supremacy could take a turn with upcoming subscriber purge – Anyway, let’s check out the list. Marshmello has stormed into the top 20 with his track Alone, and it seems that the electronic artist isn’t finished there. Read More: YouTube Rewind 2018 is now the site’s most disliked video ever – Top 20 most disliked YouTube videos – The DJ appears to be collaborating with massively popular game Fortnite, with a mysterious music video featuring the star found in a Fortnite update in January.

Top 20 most-followed Instagram accounts 2024: Selena Gomez, Cristiano Ronaldo & more Unsplash: Alexander Shatov/ Instagram: Selena Gomez, Kylie JennerWith stars like Selena Gomez, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylie Jenner all reaching hundreds of millions of followers, Instagram is a place that many famous people call home, so here are the top 20 most-followed people on TikTok as of April 2024. While social media platform TikTok may have given birth to a brand new wave of influencers and stars, Instagram was the first platform to really change the way in which celebrities were able to create a whole brand and advertise their products on social media. While the app was first launched as a place to put photo collages and memory boards, it quickly transformed into something much more. Now the app serves as a place for creativity to shine, for small businesses to build their brand, and of course, for celebrities to develop and build their own identity and name. Contents: Top 5 most followed Instagram accounts – Full list of top 20 most followed Instagram accounts – Most-followed Instagram accounts (April 2024) With famous actors, athletes, and anyone in between all able to have a massive presence on Instagram, certain accounts and stars have been able to amass hundreds of millions of followers over the years. Without further ado, here is the list of the most followed Instagram accounts in April 2024. 5. Kylie Jenner – 400 million Instagram followers It’s likely no surprise that at least one of the Kardashian/Jenner family has made their way into the top 5 most followed Instagram accounts. And while Kylie Jenner had been firmly holding down the fort in the fourth spot, she was recently overtaken by Selena Gomez in 2023. This switch up following recent controversy surrounding the two women as well as Hailey Bieber, with the internet rallying around Gomez following allegations that Jenner and Bieber have been bullying the singer online. Regardless, Kylie Jenner still has a massive presence on Instagram, Kylie uses the platform to promote her various sponsorship deals, products, and much more. 4. Selena Gomez – 429 million Instagram followers The former Disney Channel star has been the Queen of Instagram since the social media platform first became popular, with Gomez continually building a steady yet loyal legion of fans on the platform over the years. While she may be less active on Instagram than many of the other big stars on this list Selena still used the platform to promote her beauty deals, upcoming acting projects, and more. 3. Lionel Messi – 502 million Instagram followers While actors and models are the ones people typically think of when they think of Instagram and social media, the two most followed people on the platform are actually athletes. Lionel Messi currently has over 502 million Instagram followers, with the athlete constantly posting updates about his soccer endeavors, sponsorship deals, and more. His posts typically generate thousands upon thousands of comments, especially his recent posts from the 2022 World Cup in which he, alongside his homeland of Argentina, was finally able to win the tournament. 2. Cristiano Ronaldo – 628 million Instagram followers The King of Instagram, Cristiano Ronaldo has always had a hold on the platform, with an impressive 628 million followers as a result. Similar to Messi, Ronaldo often posts photos of his career and sporting achievements while also using the platform to promote his various sponsorships and modeling shots. As he has gotten older, Ronaldo has also begun posting more personal photos of his family, private life, and glamorous lifestyle. 1. Instagram official account – 672 million Instagram followers Despite the best efforts of the other top four most followed Instagram accounts, the number one spot still belongs to the official platform account, with over 670 million people following Instagram. However, there is also a chance that the likes of Ronaldo and others could one day overtake Instagram, never say never. Top 20 list of most followed Instagram accounts Make sure to check back often, as we update the list regularly. In the meantime, check out our other lists, including the most liked TikTok videos, the most popular YouTube channels, most liked YouTube videos, and the most disliked YouTube videos.

Top 20 most followed TikTok accounts in 2024: Khaby Lame, Charli D’Amelio & more TikTokWith billions of users all across the world, it can be difficult to keep track of all the different creators. To help, here’s a list of the top 20 most followed users on TikTok. With so many lip-sync videos, comedy sketches, and various other content, people are easily hooked – despite the app being at risk of being banned in the United States. This hasn’t stopped TikTok from continuing to be one of the go-to social media platforms, with several users having millions of followers each. Most-followed TikTok accounts (September 2024) With so many people making accounts for the platform all over the world, there are some names you’ll instantly recognize on this list, but there are a few surprises too – and it’s crazy to see how many followers some people have managed to accrue in short a time. Here’s the list of the top 5 most-followed TikTok accounts, followed by a ranked list of the top 20 most-followed TikTok accounts: 5. Addison Rae — 88.8 million TikTok followers If there’s one name almost as synonymous with TikTok fame as Charli D’Amelio, it’s Addison Rae. She is best known for her dance choreography videos, and has built an immensely popular YouTube following off the back of her TikTok success. It’s been reported that she makes $8.5m a year, though those earnings aren’t solely based on TikTok alone – and it’s only looking up for the young star. The star appeared in an episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians, has signed a multi-film deal with Netflix after the release of the streaming platform’s ‘He’s All That’ movie, as well as launching her own line of fragrances and Screen Break, a skin mist. She’s also signed on to the movie, ‘Fashionista’. However, despite her success, her follower count has stopped growing since 2023 and is even dropping slightly. 4. Bella Poarch – 94.1 million TikTok followers Skyrocketing to fame in under a year, Bella Poarch has amassed a huge following at lightspeed. The American-Filipino star started their TikTok account in April 2020 and now sits at over 94.2 million followers, also having overtaken Addison Rae in TikTok popularity. Prior to fame, the starlet served in the United States Navy. Now, she’s well known for her TikToks. Starring in her very own music videos for ‘Build a Bitch’, ‘Dolls’, and ‘Inferno’, she’s also featured in Sub Urban’s music video for ‘Cirque’, Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty Vol. 3 fashion show, and also signed on as a HyperX brand ambassador. Like Addison, Bella’s follower count has dropped in 2023. 3. MrBeast — 104 million TikTok followers Jimmy ‘MrBeast’ Donaldson is a YouTuber with over 241 million subscribers, and he is rapidly increasing his popularity on TikTok, too. On TikTok, Jimmy and his friends have posted videos doing anything from participating in some of the most viral TikTok trends, to doing mini versions of challenges and concepts, you might typically find on his YouTube channel. MrBeast is well known for his huge projects like his Squid Game recreation which blew up in 2021, as well as for his philanthropy. With the rate he’s gaining followers, breaking into the top 3 list of most-followed people on TikTok in April 2024, it looks like he could be set to continue to rise through the ranks. 2. Charli D’Amelio — 155.5 million TikTok followers While no longer in the top spot, Charli D’Amelio is still the queen of TikTok in second place. At just 18 years old, her rise to the top has been nothing short of spectacular. Alongside her incredible success, she has already garnered over 9.0 million YouTube subscribers, collaborating with the likes of Noah Schnapp, and Marshmello. D’Amelio exploded onto the scene with her videos of dance choreography. She even ended up being the first star on the app to appear in a Super Bowl commercial, an impressive accomplishment no matter which way you try to slice it. She has also starred in Chase Hudson’s music video for ‘America’s Sweetheart’. Beyond her long stretch as the most-followed account on TikTok, before being surpassed, Charli also became the first person to reach 10 billion likes on the platform. 1. Khaby Lame — 162.9 million TikTok followers Italian TikToker Khaby Lame is officially TikTok’s most-followed account with over 162.9 million followers, having taken over the likes of Addison Rae and Charli D’Amelio on his ascent. Creating reactions to many other videos, such as one of the platform’s most-liked videos in which he responds to someone’s method of peeling a banana, Lame has also overtaken the likes of Dixie D’Amelio, Zach King, and Bella Poarch insanely fast. The star’s popularity doesn’t look like it’ll slow down, either. There’s every chance he could remain the undisputed king of TikTok for years to come. Top 20 list of most followed TikTok accounts Updated August 29, 2024. Make sure to check back often, as we update the list regularly. For more top lists of all the biggest names in entertainment and helpful guides, check out our other guides on the most followed Twitch streamers and the most liked posts on TikTok.

Top 20 highest earning Hip Hop stars of 2018 Hip Hop artists are dominating the music industry, and are also out-earning some of the business’s top breadwinners. According to Forbes.com, ten of the highest-earning hip hop artists have collectively earned over $405.5 million, beating out the EDM industry by approximately $145 million. Forbes compiled a list of hip hop’s top earners, using pre-taxed, annual incomes from the artists’ tours, record sales, streaming, endorsements, and more from June 2017 to present. Of the twenty artists mentioned were Swizz Beatz, DJ Khaled, and Dr. Dre, who partly owe this year’s wealth to their deals with other companies. Swizz signed a multimillion dollar contract with Rum brand Bacardi, challenging both himself and the company to, “get creative and get disruptive,” while DJ Khaled made deals with the likes of Apple, Ciroc, and Weight Watchers. Also on the list were musicians who haven’t made much of a recent showing, Lil Wayne and Eminem among them. While Eminem was largely silent up until his recent release of Kamikaze, Lil Wayne hasn’t released a solo album in five years. However, that didn’t stop him from signing a multi-million dollar deal with his label, which could hint at an upcoming release of Tha Carter V. Read More: MGK has a major problem with the Eminem feud – The top ten earners included the likes of Kanye West, Future, and Pitbull, who continues to cash in under the historic ‘Mr. WorldWide’ nickname. The top five hip hop stars counted down as J. Cole, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and P. Diddy, with Jay-Z taking the number one spot with approximately $76.5 million earnings from 2017-2018. The full list of top-earning artists is as follows: 20. Swizz Beatz ($15 million) / Russ ($15 million) / Meek Mill ($15 million) 19. Logic ($17 million) 18. Lil Wayne ($19 million) 17. Lil Uzi Vert ($19.5 million) 16. Birdman ($20 million) 15. Travis Scott ($21 million) 14. Chance the Rapper ($21.5 million) 13. Eminem ($23 million) 12. Migos ($24.5 million) 11. DJ Khaled ($27 million) 10. Kanye West ($27.5 million) 9. Future ($30 million) 8. Pitbull ($32 million) 6. Nas ($35 million) / Dr. Dre ($35 million) 5. J. Cole ($35.5 million) 4. Drake ($47 million) 3. Kendrick Lamar ($58 million) 2. Diddy ($64 million) 1. Jay-Z ($76.5 million)

Top 10 Richest YouTubers: MrBeast, Jake Paul & more Instagram: mrbeast / jakepaul / Unsplash: Javier MirandaYouTube has become known as the highest-paying social media platform for creators, but how true is it? We’ve listed the top ten richest YouTubers in 2024 for you to find out just how much they earn. Since it launched in 2005, YouTube has hosted some of the most viral content on the internet, and thousands of creators have built their platforms from the video-sharing website, garnering a huge number of subscribers and views. Naturally, many of these creators have gone on to make a profit from the projects they have done both on YouTube and as a result of their fame on the website. Using data from Target Internet of the highest-paid YouTubers in 2024, here are the top ten richest creators on the site right now. Top 10 richest YouTubers in 2024 10. Preston Arsement – $16 million a year With over 15.9 million subscribers on his channel PrestonPlayz, this YouTuber is known for his gaming videos, his content about Minecraft garnering millions of views per video. Target Internet estimated that Preston earned $16 million in the last year. 9. Logan Paul – $18 million a year The eldest of the Paul brothers, Logan, has had a hugely successful career as an influencer, with over 23.6 million subscribers on his main channel. These days, he is best known for being the co-owner of sports drink Prime alongside KSI, as well as being the host of the podcast Impaulsive which has 4.6 million subscribers. In 2024, Logan is estimated to earn $18 million a year. 8. Dude Perfect – $20 million a year Dude Perfect is a sports and comedy group that regularly goes viral for performing wild and bizarre stunts, to an audience of 60.4 million subscribers. They earned an estimated $20 million in 2024. 7. Ryan Kaji – $27 million a year Ryan started YouTube when he was only four years old, and in the years since he has gone on to make huge waves with his toy-review content. His main channel has over 37.7 million subscribers, and his most-viewed video has been seen 2 billion times. Target Internet estimated he earned $27 million in 2024. 6. Nastya (Anastasia Radzinskaya) – $28 million a year Eight-year-old Nastya has garnered an incredible 119 million subscribers on her main channel, where videos documenting different aspects of her life regularly get tens of millions of views. Nastya was estimated to have earned $28 million in 2024. 5. Unspeakable – $28.5 million a year Nathan Graham or Unspeakable is known for running several channels, including the popular Unspeakable Gaming, where he uploads crazy Minecraft challenges that get thousands or even millions of views. In 2024, he earned an estimated $28.5 million. 4. Rhett and Link – $30 million a year Rhett and Link are best known for their YouTube talk show Good Mythical Morning which has over 18.8 million subscribers, and has also branched off into projects like Mythical Kitchen which has nearly 2 million subscribers in its own right. Target Internet estimated that in 2024, Rhett and Link earned $30 million. 3. Markiplier – $38 million a year Markiplier originally became well-known thanks to his gaming videos on his channel which has over 36.9 million subscribers, content that fans still love to this day. The YouTuber is also known for the huge Unus Annus project he did with CrankGameplays, which ended in 2020. Markiplier was estimated to have earned $38 million in the last year. 2. Jake Paul – $45 million a year Jake Paul initially made waves on YouTube with his Team Ten content, but in the years since he has become best-known for his endeavors in the world of boxing, fighting people like Tommy Fury and Nate Diaz, with no plans to slow down any time soon. With boxing accounting for nearly 90% of his earnings, Paul reportedly earned $45 million a year. 1. MrBeast – $54 million per year Jimmy ‘MrBeast’ Donaldson started YouTube when he was just 13, and he has become one of the biggest YouTubers on the platform with his videos that often see him and his friends take on bizarre challenges, and give huge amounts of money away to charity. With MrBeast Burger continuing to flourish and the recent launch of his Feastables chocolate bar and MrBeast Burger, the star also has plenty of projects aside from his successful YouTube channel. According to Target Internet, MrBeast earns $54 million a year, making him the highest-earning YouTuber. Of course, it’s impossible to know exactly how much these YouTubers are earning, and as new creators are constantly on the rise, there’s no predicting who could become the next big earner. If you want to learn more, check out our other guides where we explore how much money Twitch streamers make, and how streamers make money.

Top 10 Twitch streamers who made it without a facecam Everyone knows you need a facecam to be successful on Twitch – or do you? We’ve taken a look at some of the most popular channels on the platform like LIRIK and Dakotaz, who rarely, or never, show their face on stream, and how they’ve made it big anyway. It’s true that the majority of the biggest names on Twitch use a camera to show their face while they play, reacting to the game and to chat, many viewers find it much more entertaining when they can see the person, as well as the gameplay. But, it isn’t absolutely necessary, as the following streamers prove. These ten streamers are some of the best known on Twitch, and some of them are completely mysterious. LIRIK 500Perhaps the streamer best known for not using a webcam and still being incredibly popular, Saqib Zahid, better known as ‘LIRIK‘, is currently the 18th most followed channel, with 2.3 million in total. He’s also pretty unique in that he isn’t associated with any one game or even genre of games, and so viewers truly watch LIRIK for LIRIK, facecam or not. For a time, LIRIK was the biggest channel on the website for a solo streamer in terms of average viewership, and still pulls in over 20,000 concurrent viewers regularly, despite not showing his face on stream. There are a few photos of him around, but many of his fans might not even recognize him if they walked past him in the street. Dakotaz 500Dakotaz is the most followed Twitch streamer not to use a facecam, with 3.4 million, but like LIRIK, his appearance is not a total mystery. Primarily known now for his Fortnite streams, it’s his skillful gameplay and entertaining commentary that keeps tens of thousands of viewers hooked, even without seeing his reactions on camera. HighDistortion 500Another massive name on Twitch, TSM member Jimmy ‘HighDistortion‘ Moreno is best known as a top tier Fortnite player, first growing his channel playing PUBG. Like LIRIK and Dakotaz, his physical appearance is not a complete mystery, as there are a few photos around of him, but he keeps it low key on his streams – and has amassed 1.4 million followers in the process. Elded English speaking Twitch viewers may not be so familiar with Elded, who is one of the biggest Spanish streamers on the platform, with 1.2 million followers. Like the others so far, Elded has shown his face before, and has even shown it on stream, but the vast majority of his broadcasts are done with no facecam at all. Aimbotcalvin 500With almost 700,000 followers, Overwatch streamer Aimbotcalvin has never used a facecam, with his ‘aim bot’ like accuracy proving more than enough to pull in the viewers. He’s so good, that he was even offered a spot on an Overwatch League team, but turned the opportunity down, in favor of streaming full time instead. Chap 500Like Dakotaz and HighDistortion, Ryan ‘Chap‘ Chaplo is known for high level Fortnite gameplay, without the extra trimmings of a facecam. He’s signed to Team Liquid as a pro player and streamer, and so he’s no mystery, having competed at multiple Fortnite tournaments, but he still chooses to keep his streams strictly focused on the gameplay. Dizzy Professional Apex Legends player Dizzy is truly a mystery. Before Apex launched on February 4, Dizzy wasn’t a big name on Twitch, but had been recognized as a skilled battle royale player. When Apex Legends launched, Dizzy quickly set the record for most kills in a single match (his record was later beaten) and went on to win tournaments with Ninja and KingRichard. Many now consider him the best Apex player in the world, and this has shot his channel up to over 400,000 followers, almost all of which in the month of February – and still no one knows what he looks like. Signed to NRG Esports, the team’s owner said they have plans for the ‘big reveal’ soon. MrFreshAsian 500Like Chap, MrFreshAsian, real name Harley Campbell, is a professional Fortnite player, and so has been spotted at events and taken photos with fans. But he too avoids using a camera during his broadcasts, with his skill and commentary alone earning him over 400,000 followers. Dafran 500Another big name in Overwatch, Daniel ‘dafran‘ Francesca was almost a complete mystery for much of his streaming career, until he joined Overwatch League team Atlanta Reign. He continues to stream without a facecam though, and his viewers certainly don’t seem to mind. He’s witty and very skilled at his game of choice, which is all you really need it seems. Wadu Last but not least, Wadu, or ‘Wadu Hek’, is one of the most mysterious streamers to make it big on the platform. Fast approaching 300,000 followers, not only is his face a mystery, but so is his real name. His popularity can in part be accredited to his time playing with Michael ‘shroud‘ Grzesiek, the 2nd most followed streamer on all of Twitch, only behind Ninja. Wadu even titles many of his broadcasts ‘Shroud waiting room’, acknowledging where many of his fans first discovered him. Wadu has obviously been entertaining enough for them to stick around, and managing to do so without a facecam is even more impressive. There are many more popular streamers who have made it without a facecam too, with special mentions for channels like m0xxy and BikeMan, all of which are proof that you don’t need a camera to be succseful. However, there’s no denying that it can certainly be helpful for new streamers, and the vast majority of the biggest names do use a facecam.

Top 10 most-watched Twitch streamers of 2023: xQc loses top spot for first time in years Twitch: xQc / Kai Cenat / IbaiFor the first time in three years, Felix ‘xQc’ Lengyel is not the most-watched streamer on Twitch, as new streamers rise up to the top of the pile. These are the most-watched Twitch streamers in 2023. Since 2020, xQc has been by far the most-watched streamer in terms of total watch time, taking the crown from Tfue who was top in 2019. However, watch time is also tied to the total amount of time that a channel is live, and with xQc’s hours streamed dropping by over 1,000, this has cut into his watch time. As a result, Kai Cenat has usurped him, clocking in at 115 million hours watched. However, this is over 100 million hours less than xQc had last year, when he was top for 2022. Check out the full list of most-watched streamers on Twitch this year below, and how many hours they streamed to get there. Most-watched Twitch streamers (2023) Stats via SullyGnome as of December 28, 2023. Who is the most popular Twitch streamer? Hours watched is only one metric to measure a streamer’s popularity of course. Other factors such as average viewers, followers gained, and most subscribers are also important. The streamer with the highest average viewers in 2023 was Ibai with 76,313 (not including esports channels like Dota 2 and Kings League). The streamer who gained the most followers this year was also Kai Cenat, with 4.9 million new fans following his channel in 2023, taking his total to 8.4 million. In terms of total subscribers, Kai Cenat set a new record during his subathon back in March, peaking at 306,621. However, as of right now, the streamer with the most subscribers is Jynxzi, with just over 100,000. Of course, part of the reason that xQc is no longer the most-watched streamer this year, is due to his streams on Kick. His deal with the rival streaming platform has meant his total hours watched on Twitch were bound to go down. For now, though, Kai Cenat has the top spot, and he’ll be looking to keep a hold of it in 2024.

Top 10 PewDiePie Minecraft moments so far [jwplayer IX7jLp7f-dXeUz4Ko] YouTube king Felix ‘PewDiePie’ Kjellberg surprised everyone with his long-awaited return to gaming on June 21 when he brought his channel full circle with his new Minecraft videos. Celebrating three months since he launched his popular series, here are the Swede’s top 10 moments so far. PewDiePie is having the best year of his life by breaking the 100 million YouTube subscriber milestone on August 25, and marrying the love of his life, Marzia ‘CutiePie’ Bisognin, just days before on August 19. The Swede’s channel has seen an incredible explosion in growth, largely fueled by his Minecraft series which launched in June, and was so popular that he’s single handedly credited for re-vitalizing the sandbox game and breathing new life into it. With no signs of stopping any time soon, here are Pewds’ top 10 Minecraft moments so far. 10. PewDiePie’s ‘96 million Pig Army’ (Timestamp of 11:27 for mobile viewers.) In episode 22, the Swede first amassed his 96 million pigs with an extraordinarily elaborate setup to keep them housed and fed. But it was in episode 24 that Pewds revealed his diabolical plan to turn them into Zombie Pigmen fighters with a trident for his upcoming battle with the Wither. Using the ‘channeling’ enchantment on the weapon allows you to summon a bolt of lightning during a thunderstorm and strike the object you throw it at. Which in this case would convert the pigs into zombie soldiers that wield swords. All the Swede needed was for thunder to happen when the weather changed to rain, which can sometimes take a long time. However, on the eve of the battle in episode 25 the YouTube star finally caught a lucky break when storm clouds came rolling in. Fans were treated to Pewds re-enacting a scene from Frankenstein as he laughed and screamed in excitement “By the power of Zeus! This is so bad ass dude!” as his pigs literally turned into his army through lightning strikes. 9. Constructing a giant Swedish meatball (Timestamp of 00:14 for mobile viewers.) Paying homage to his home country Sweden, PewDiePie built an epic tower near his house appropriately named IKEA tower that began construction in episode 10. But after weeks of episodes, the Swede did the official unveiling for the centerpiece to his entire Minecraft base – a giant meatball – which is a signature dish in his country and a popular item sold at the Swedish furniture stores referenced in his creations. In his series lore, Pewds and his loyal dog Sven have been said to have spent many years building the giant statue, and it’s meant to be a symbol of love, friendship and perseverance. He gave a speech over uplifting music as he gave his audience one final look at the giant piece of meat in episode 16, making it an oddly touching moment. 8. 12-hour Minecraft stream (Timestamp of 10:32:13 for mobile viewers.) As PewDiePie inched closer to 100 million subs on YouTube, he had teased fans on several occasions with the idea of doing a 12-hour Minecraft stream. And he finally delivered on that promise on September 17, giving his supporters a non-stop marathon of the sandbox game. YouTube star Jacksepticye joined him late into his stream and they both ventured into the Nether – a hellish dimension deep below the surface – when they realized one of their pet dogs had managed follow them by accident. After several attempts to lead the pup to safety, they were attacked by a horde of zombie pigmen, and the canine met his untimely death. As they rounded out hour ten, Pewds started to feel the length of the stream, and got a little loopy after spending half a day playing the game without any real rest. He and his friend broke into singing the popular “The Numa Numa Song” as a eulogy for the fallen pet who was named after the 2004 meme. The hilarious moment capped off the Swede’s day long celebration of passing 100 million subs, as he trudged on for two more hours to finish the stream out for his audience. 7. Pewds fights himself (Timestamp of 18:10 for mobile viewers.) Playing with a user-created datapack from the iconic Minecraft modder ‘McMakistein’, episode 26 saw the YouTube king facing off against himself in the sandbox game. The Swede was initially impressed with how cool the boss looked in game, as the modder managed to replicate Pewds faithfully, and even had him flying in his signature gaming chair while saying voice lines from his older videos. However, he was quickly taken back as the fight evolved and became genuinely difficult. Throwing explosive bro fists that took a ton of his health, the Swede had to keep his distance to survive, until the boss started to send the YouTuber’s own pets against him such as Joergen the horse, which he agonizingly had to put down. But the battle became downright sinister, when the boss sent out a version of his loyal dog Sven, which so far in the series has not died yet. PewDiePie managed to slay himself, ending the epic fight, and was rewarded with his gaming chair as a mount in the game, as well as headphones that played his diss track ‘Bitch Lasagna’. 6. When PewDiePie first met Sven (Timestamp of 21:27 for mobile viewers.) PewDiePie’s canine sidekick has become a staple of the entire series, which even spawned fans rallying the call to ‘protect Sven at all costs’, given that several of Pewds’ pets have met their untimely death in other episodes. It was during episode seven though that the YouTube king first discovered the lovable dog, and bonded with him, creating one of the best duos in YouTube history. “Dude there’s a dog thing! Oh my God! Hey, dog!” he exclaimed upon discovering the animal, as he tried to woo it by giving him every piece of food that he could think of. Read More: Why has PewDiePie stopped Pew News? – Determined to make him his pet, the Swede even began to cook him food. “I am cooking chicken for this dog!” he laughed, as the moment phased him as ridiculous given he was going to great lengths to bond with him. After the dog officially became the YouTuber’s pet dog, he christened him with the name ‘Sven’ and the two immediately began to click as they looked for treasure and explored the map. This set the stage for the many adventures they would go on together, making this one of the most pivotal moments of the series so far. 5. The Death of Joergen (Timestamp of 21:45 for mobile viewers.) Or should we say Joergens, as the Swede’s lovable horse and his relatives have now met more deaths than we can count. But it was the tragic death of Joergen #2 in episode 19 that pulled at heart strings. The YouTube king discovered that his horse could fit in a mine cart, and burst out laughing when he took off down the rail system. He then got the idea of sending his animal down the underground rail system he had built, when things went horribly wrong. Pewds immediately realized something was amiss as he began to scream his pet’s name after noticing the horse was too big for the tunnel, and was clipping through the walls (which recalled the death of his first horse) but it was too late. Panicked, the Swede gave chase after his mount, but Joergen’s mine cart had taken off too quickly, and he disappeared out of sight. As he ran around the corner to catch up, his pet was nowhere to be found upon seeing the cart, and instead in his place was horse meat as Joergen had been killed due to the ceiling being too low. The YouTube king was at a loss for words as his mouth hung open, making this one of the most shocking moments in the series. 4. Overthrowing the Council of Watersheep (Timestamp of 17:34 for mobile viewers.) The lore in Pewds’ Minecraft series is a lot deeper than you expect, as the Swede has a long contentious history with a sheep that he called ‘Water Sheep’. And like his pet horse, there have been several iterations of it as it had been killed numerous times. The YouTuber eventually built a Water Church in episode 19 to house several of these animals that he eventually called ‘the Council of Watersheep’ and began to seek powers and advice from them – such as the time before battle of the Wither, when he asked them for thunder and shortly after lightning struck across the sky. However in episode 33, which centered around Pewds torturing the chicken he gave to Jack Black in their collaboration video, the bird revealed that he was working for the very same council that PewDiePie had been seeking aid from the entire time, and was ordered to kill him. The epic moment came when the Swede went back to his base to confront them over the assassination attempt, and decided to overthrow the council by killing them. “The Council of Watersheep must be overthrown” the YouTuber declared somberly, as he shot his arrow at each of them. The pivotal moment led his series to a new era, as he’s now installed the ‘Council of Beet’, which oddly is exactly as it sounds: mounds of beetroots. Only time will tell what magical powers these vegetables will bestow on him. 3. The Ender Dragon (Timestamp of 16:13 for mobile viewers.) Episode 30 felt like a conclusion to the whole series, as the Swede challenged ‘The Ender Dragon’ who is technically the final boss in the vanilla version of Minecraft. Descending to ‘The End’ – the third and final dimension in the game – Pewds felt nervous and unprepared for the showdown with the flying dragon. Before the battle even started, the YouTube king was terrified as the dragon roared overhead. The fight proved to be incredibly tough early into it, so the Swede had to quickly retreat. However, he came back with his army of Snowmen, and unlike his botched 96 million pig army which backfired on him in a previous battle, his latest plan actually worked as the Snowmen hurled snowballs at the flying dragon to chip away at his health and distract him. Read More: PewDiePie’s childhood confusion – Eventually Pewds was able to whittle his heath down slowly with arrows, and brought him to the ground. Cleverly, he had placed a bed down where the dragon fell, and clicked to sleep before running away which caused the bed to explode on the beast, since sleeping in the lower dimensions in the sandbox game causes beds to implode. He finally landed the final blow and ended the battle before jumping into the abyss which launched him to the game’s end credits. The YouTuber genuinely became emotional as he came back to his base and celebrated his victory with all his animals. He then trolled his audience when he declared it to be the end of the series before he laughed “Sike! You really thought it was over, huh? There is so many more things left in Minecraft!” 2. Battle with the Wither (Timestamp of 18:15 for mobile viewers) The Swede took on the mob boss the Wither during his August 7 episode. The undead flying enemy has to be created by the user with four soul sand stones arranged in a T formation, while placing three wither skeleton skulls on top in a row. After being built up across several videos, episode 25 felt more like a finale of Game of Thrones than his typical Minecraft videos. With previous plot points coming to conclusion such as his army of 96 million pigs and finally staring down the Wither, it was jam-packed with insane moments. After manically converting his pigs into Zombie Pigmen fighters with lightning, the Swede rallied the troops before the battle with a rousing speech. “Tonight, we kill finally one of the first bosses!” he shouted. Things quickly went south after he summoned the mob boss when he was betrayed by his army as they actually healed the enemy. With explosive objects raining down on him, the YouTube king had to flee underground before emerging to range attack the foe with arrows. The Swede finally managed to knock him from out of the sky, and hacked away at his health before landing the final blow with a sword, right as dawn began to break. This battle was the first time his Minecraft series truly felt cinematic, and showed us the potential of what it could become. 1. Sven’s Wedding (Timestamp of 27:26 for mobile viewers.) What started out as a simple quest to find a fox for a pet, episode 27 turned into one of the most heartwarming and touching moments on PewDiePie’s channel when his Minecraft dog Sven got married. The Swede was originally exploring the map to find a fox to bring back to his base, when he happened to find another dog who quickly took to Sven. After taming it, the two immediately seemed inseparable as they stood by each other’s side on the journey back home. The YouTuber prefaced his audience before holding the wedding for his pet dogs with “I am about to do the corniest thing I’ve ever done on my channel” – except it ended up becoming surprisingly emotional as he gathered all of his loyal pet into one place for the ceremony. As music swelled and he officiated the wedding vows, Pewds broke and couldn’t resist how wholesome and adorable the moment had become. To make it all the more sweeter, Sven and his new partner ended up expanding the family with a new pup. Later on in his update vlog on August 18, the YouTube king reflected back on the episode and became extremely emotional. “It’s been a while since I’ve been able to say that I’m really proud of a video,” he said, which is what makes this the best moment in his Minecraft series so far.

Top 10 most viewed Twitch streamers: May 2022 Twitch/Unsplash: Jack BMay 2022 was a massive month for Twitch streams, shattering the numbers from April 20222, and thousands of viewers tuned in for the likes of GTA, CSGO, Just chatting, and more. Here were the most-watched streamers in May 2022. Gaules, xQc, and Asmongold remained at the top, but streamers such as loltyler1 and Trainwreckwitch made massive leaps in the month of May. Gaule’s watch time increased by 80% and his peak viewers increased by 289%, reaching 669,678 during the PGL Stockholm CSGO Major. loltyler1 was a workhorse during May, streaming 404 hours of League of Legends, and his watch time increased by an astonishing 307%. Trainwreck did not crack the top 10 in April, but a 72% increase in watch time helped propel him into fifth place. Find the full list below, and check out previous months by scrolling down. Most watched Twitch streamers (May 2022) Asmongold’s watch time increased by 78% and his peak viewers increased by 36%, largely thanks to his coverage of the recent Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard trial that took over the internet. Asmongold recently became Twitch’s most-watched streamer because of his coverage of the trial. eliasn97 and Hasan made the top 10 after missing out in April, while Ibai and Auronplay dropped a bit in watch time. Previous most viewed streamers Most watched Twitch streamers (April 2022) Most watched Twitch streamers (March 2022) Most watched Twitch streamers (February 2022) Most watched Twitch streamers (January 2022) Most watched Twitch streamers (December 2021)

Top 10 most-watched games on Twitch in 2021 Pexels/TwitchGamers spent a lot of time on Twitch in 2021, but which games were streamed and watched the most? Here are the 10 most-watched games on Twitch in 2021. While many things can be streamed and watched on Twitch in 2021, gaming is still the platform’s primary source of content. However, as one game rises, another falls, as far as viewers go. The Twitch most-watched games list changes every year. Games that are popular to play aren’t always popular to stream or to watch on Twitch. Some games may not be able to boast as many players as others, but then, they more than make up for it in terms of Twitch views. So, as 2021 comes to a close and we get ready to welcome 2022, here are the most-watched games on Twitch. We imagine some might surprise you, but others surely won’t. 10. Dota 2 While it’s not the streaming juggernaut it used to be, Dota 2 clocks in at 537,654,723 hours in 2021. Let’s not forget, that’s still an insane amount of time, which makes it the tenth most streamed game on all of Twitch. 9. Apex Legends Apex has had an excellent 2021, but when it comes to Twitch streaming, it takes the ninth spot, coming in at 646,163,413 hours at the time of writing. While the game isn’t getting any younger, there are games much older than it on this list, so maybe 2022 will see Apex climb in the rankings? 8. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive Counter-Strike isn’t for everyone, but despite this (and it’s initial release in 2012), the game making the top ten most-watched games on Twitch in 2021 is quite an achievement. Counter-Strike has racked up 725,144,705 hours so far this year. 7. Call of Duty: Warzone Call of Duty Warzone has generated 801,415,887 hours of watch time in 2021 so far. This is surprising, as many expected Warzone to be higher in the rankings, since the game has had a truly transformative year as its player base continues to grow. 6. Minecraft Minecraft isn’t as high in the Twitch rankings as it used to be, but Mojang’s blocky masterpiece has still managed to secured 812,169,728 hours of watch time in 2021. We suspect Minecraft will be a feature of this list for many years to come. 5. Valorant With 862,137,386 hours of watch time so far in 2021, Valorant continues to go from strength to strength. Be it players or Twitch viewers, we look forward to seeing what 2022 has in store for the multiplayer shooter. 4. Fortnite The global phenomenon that is Fortnite continues to dominate on Twitch, boasting 901,765,654 hours of watch time in 2021 so far. This is rather incredible when you stop and consider the figure, but we’re surprised Fortnite didn’t make the top three. 3. League of Legends With the release of Arcane, League of Legends has broken out of gaming and into the medium of film. Despite the franchise’s evolution, League of Legends remains one of the three most-watched games on Twitch, clocking in at 1,645,446,017 hours, at the time of writing. 2. Grand Theft Auto V GTA V is the runner up as far as Twitch views go in 2021, boasting an amazing GTA V’s Twitch watch time stands at 1,765,560,428 hours as we head into 2022. Watching others cause chaos in Los Santos remains just as fun in 2021 as it was in 2013. The game may be at an advantage, having been released on so many different platforms. However, something else has beaten it for the top spot on the Twitch rankings. 1. Just Chatting As we approach the end of 2021, Just Chatting’s watch time stands at 2,763,186,824 hours. That’s an entire million more hours than GTA V, which is an incredible amount of time. When it comes to Twitch, Just Chatting has been dominating since 2020, although in truth, Just Chatting isn’t a game, at all. it’s essentially a Twitch category intended for casual streams between game views and other content. This is why it’s topped the chart for 2021. If you feel having Just Chatting in the top spot is cheating, then you may be right, but that’s what the numbers say! Although, we think it’s totally fair enough to claim GTA V is the true king of Twitch in 2021.

Top 10 most watched Twitch Clips of all time Twitch can be a strange and hilarious place – thanks to Twitch clips, many of the best and most bizarre moments are captured and enjoyed by millions of people around the world. Here are the top 10 most viewed Twitch clips of all time. For the thousands of Twitch streamers around the world, a clip going viral and being shared all over the internet can be a blessing or a curse, depending on the contents of that clip. If you’re a smaller up-and-coming content creator, a clip getting millions of views could be the difference between 10 followers and 10,000 followers. However, it’s almost impossible to predict what will and will not go viral. This point was hammered home on January 28 when a clip of a sleeping streamer waking up to hundreds of viewers catapulted into the top 10 clips after just 24 hours, or when one of someone being scared senseless by his daughter sneaking up on him caught traction around two years after it was originally clipped. Of course, you’ll still see appearances from some of the world’s most popular streamers, like Ninja, who has since moved to Mixer, or Dr Disrespect. Some clips will also be deleted and removed before they get the chance to become truly viral on Twitch’s platform. Twitch is home to many of the world’s biggest streamers. With all of this in mind, the top 10 most viewed Twitch clips of all time – according to Twitch Strike – can be found below. This list is accurate as of January 29 2019.

Top 10 most viewed Twitch streamers: May 2022 Twitch/Unsplash: Jack BMay 2022 was a massive month for Twitch streams, shattering the numbers from April 20222, and thousands of viewers tuned in for the likes of GTA, CSGO, Just chatting, and more. Here were the most-watched streamers in May 2022. Gaules, xQc, and Asmongold remained at the top, but streamers such as loltyler1 and Trainwreck made massive leaps in the month of May. Gaules’ watch time increased by 80% and his peak viewers increased by 289%, reaching 669,678 during the PGL Stockholm CSGO Major. loltyler1 was a workhorse during May, streaming 404 hours of League of Legends, and his watch time increased by an astonishing 307%. Trainwreck did not crack the top 10 in April, but a 72% increase in watch time helped propel him into fifth place. Find the full list below, and check out previous months by scrolling down. All stats provided by SullyGnome. Most watched Twitch streamers (May 2022) Asmongold’s watch time increased by 78% and his peak viewers increased by 36%, largely thanks to his coverage of the recent Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard trial that took over the internet. Asmongold recently became Twitch’s most-watched streamer because of his coverage of the trial. eliasn97 and Hasan made the top 10 after missing out in April, while Ibai and Auronplay dropped a bit in watch time. Previous most viewed streamers Most watched Twitch streamers (April 2022) Most watched Twitch streamers (March 2022) Most watched Twitch streamers (February 2022)

Top 10 most viewed TikTok creators of 2020 Instagram: charlidamelio / TikTok: noahbeckIt’s certainly been a lucrative year for TikTok creators, with the video-sharing app soaring to the height of popularity, bringing countless trends and memes along with it. But who has come out on top of the list for the most views at the end of this year? Love it or hate it, TikTok has become an absolute staple of internet culture over the past year, filling the gap of hilarious short-form content that Vine left when it was shut down. It’s hard to believe that at the start of this year we didn’t have the WAP dance, viral skateboarder Doggface, and hundreds of other viral trends and sounds that have flooded our FYP this year. TikTok queen Charli D’Amelio also became the first TikTok account to hit 100 million followers back in November, and she’s not the only big name to rise to the top this year. Stars like Addison Rae, Noah Beck, and Dixie D’Amelio have all found themselves racking up a huge amount of likes and views. But how many views have these stars and other talented creators on the platform been able to accumulate over time, and who sits in the top spot? With data from Retroplay, these are the top 10 most viewed TikTok creators of 2020. 10 – Josh Richards: 5.7B views 9 – Spencer X: 7.3B views 8 – Michael Le (JustMaiko): 7.6B views 7 – Noah Beck: 7.7B views 6 – Bella Poarch: 7.8B views These five creators have certainly been huge names this year. Notably, Bella Poarch makes the list, who went viral for her adorable head-shaking dance videos, and secured one of the most popular videos of the year with her ‘M to the B’ recreation. Read More: Abby Roberts & Yungblood fuel dating rumors – This is alongside Sway House boys Josh Richards and Noah Beck, musician Spencer X, and viral dance star JustMaiko. But who are the top five? 5 – Dixie D’Amelio: 8.5B views Of course, coming in at fifth place is one of the ever popular D’Amelio sisters. Dixie has had a cracking year from collaborating with stars like Liam Payne and Wiz Khalifa on her music, to launching her own podcast with younger sister Charli. Dixie has done it all. 4 – Riyaz Aly (Riyaz.14): 8.5B views Riyaz has become hugely popular on TikTok year, as one of India’s youngest fashion influencers. He actually hasn’t posted on TikTok itself since June after India suddenly banned the Bytedance owned app, but he still remains active on Instagram. View this post on Instagram 3 – Kimberly Loaiza: 12.3B views Kimberly is a Mexican social media personality and singer, and is noted for having one of the most subscribed-to YouTube channels in Mexico, which she started back in 2016. She’s carried that success all the way to TikTok, and at third place on the list has secured a huge amount of views this year. View this post on Instagram 2 – Addison Rae: 28.8B In one of the top spots is naturally Addison Rae, who saw her following boom this year. Her iconic dance content has remained the same, but outside the platform, she’s gone on to do some huge things, including filming for a remake of the movie ‘She’s All That.’ 1 – Charli D’Amelio: 51.2B It likely doesn’t come as a surprise for many that Charli D’Amelio received the most total views on TikTok, but it doesn’t make it any less incredible. Reaching 100 million followers back in November cemented her firmly as TikTok queen, and the proof is certainly in the pudding when looking at her crazy view count. And that’s the top ten TikTokers with the most views at the end of 2020. Perhaps there were some faces that may have come as a surprise, but the fan favorites still remain at the top of the list out of TikTok’s huge user base.

Top 10 most-watched female Twitch streamers in September 2024 TwitchThere’s been a lot of turbulence within the streaming community in the last year, as streamers decide to move to new platforms. Because of this, a lot of new faces are becoming the most-watched streamers on Twitch. Twitch continues to be one of the biggest streaming platforms in the world. Although they’ve gotten more competition from other platforms, users are still eager to become one of the most popular streamers on Twitch. As some of the biggest streamers, including Amouranth and Valkyrae, have chosen to leave the platform in the past few years to instead stream on Kick or YouTube, the top spots for most viewed female Twitch streamers have been wide open for someone else to take over. While there’s plenty of talent that takes the top spots in Twitch overall, we’re seeing a growing list of women who are claiming their stake on the most-watched charts. Most watched female Twitch streamers (September 2024) Kyedae has been climbing the list of one of the most popular streamers on the platform, and is officially the most-watched female streamer on Twitch, with viewers having watched her for over 1.6 million hours this past month. All stats courtesy of StreamCharts. Behind her, mira and Cinna are fighting for the second place spot, with mira holding the position with 1.55 million hours watched, compared to Cinna’s 1.52 million hours watched. The next person on the list is American streamer emilyywang, who recently finished her 28-day-long subathon, where she spent over 587 hours streaming on the platform. Vtuber ironmouse also made the list of the top 10 most viewed female streamers on the platform, with over 1.44 million hours watched in the past month. She’s just started a subathon of her own, giving her a great opportunity to climb the ranks in the next month. There’s been plenty of people picking up steam on Twitch as of late, which could see some interesting changes in next month’s batch of data. So, there you have it, the top 10 female Twitch streamers on the platform right now. These rankings will be updated monthly as streamers gain more followers and move up (or down) the chart. To read more about what’s happening in the streaming world, check out our other guides on the most followed Twitch streamers and the most viewed Twitch stream.

Top 10 most popular VTubers: Ash_on_Lol & CodeMiko soaring in 2021 Twitch: Ash_on_LoL/CodeMikoVirtual YouTubers, or VTubers, have become a wildly popular phenomenon on the internet, with a number of content creators broadcasting not as themselves, but instead as an animated avatar. With many VTubers hailing from countries such as Japan and Korea, there’s a strong like between VTubing and Anime, appealing to a very specific and rabid demographic. Some VTubers, such as Pekora and 渋谷ハル (Shibuya Hal), have been popular for some time, but with the new style of content growing, new names seem to be popping up every week. Now, a new stats report shows exactly who is popping off in 2021, showing some big names rising and falling in the rankings. Ash_on_LoL and CodeMiko see huge growth The new report from StreamHatchet details a number of the biggest stats in streaming so far in 2021. It looks at which streamers are the most watched this year so far, as well as highlighting how far ahead Valkyrae is of her other female competition. As you can see from the graph below, names like Pekora and Gawr Gura remain ever-present among the top 10, but Ash_on_LoL and CodeMiko show monumental growth. While most VTubing takes place on YouTube, both of these are on Twitch, and have clearly found a strong audience to kick off 2021. Ash is up 274% from the end of 2020, with CodeMiko up 176%. They have 3.9m and 2.2m hours watched respectively in Q1, storming into the top 10 rankings. This seems to come at the expense of the viewership of some other VTubers, such as Gawr Gura and Aqua, who have dropped by 53% and 43% respectively. Needless to say, there seems to be an uprising of VTubers on Twitch, with Ash and CodeMiko leading the way. It will be interesting to see how these stats change over the year — and whether anyone can overtake Pekora.

Top 10 most iconic Twitch moments: The good, the bad and the ugly Over the past decade, Twitch has been the cradle for countless iconic moments that have defined the culture of online streaming, changed the gaming industry, and made some ordinary players in their bedroom superstars. From unbelievable gaming achievements to headline-grabbing controversies, here are the top 10 most iconic Twitch moments of all time. Boiling down over ten years worth of Twitch, spun off as the gaming section of Justin.tv in 2011 before it was fully renamed in 2014, into just ten moments, is an impossible task, and there will no doubt be some of your favorite moments not included here. We’ve picked out the moments that have had the most lasting impact on the platform and the industry at large, either by their greatness or their controversy. These are the top ten most iconic moments in Twitch history, as of 2023. 10: The Hot Tub Meta controversy (2021) The “Hot Tub Meta,” where streamers broadcasted from hot tubs, stirred controversy on Twitch. It was originated by xoAeriel, but reached a tipping point when popular streamer Kaitlyn ‘Amouranth’ Siragusa was temporarily demonetized by Twitch. Fellow streamer Indiefoxx was also indefinitely banned, although her account was reinstated in 2023. The decision sparked heated debates about the platform’s content policies, its treatment of women creators, and the evolving norms of what is acceptable content for livestreaming. Eventually, Twitch resolved the issue by creating a new category, ‘Pools, Hot Tubs & Beaches’, so that this content could exist separately to ‘Just Chatting’, and it remains one of the most popular categories on the site. 9: Tyler1’s return to League & Twitch (2018) Tyler ‘Tyler1‘ Steinkamp, once dubbed “the most toxic player in North America,” was banned by Riot Games in 2016 due to his disruptive in-game behavior. After a two-year hiatus, Tyler1 made a triumphant return to League of Legends on Twitch in 2018. His return stream garnered over 300,000 concurrent viewers, proving that redemption and personal transformation could draw as much attention as controversy. He has gone on to remain one of the biggest streamers on the platform, and still plays LoL religiously to this day. His return was perhaps the first clear example that an infamous ban could be a net positive, given the attention it would garner. Since then, lots of streamers have experienced a post-ban bounce, with suspensions adding to the popularity. 8: The First Twitch Plays Pokemon (2014) In 2014, an innovative experiment called Twitch Plays Pokemon took the platform by storm. The interactive stream allowed thousands of users to control a game of Pokemon Red simultaneously through chat commands, leading to a chaotic yet captivating spectacle. The success of Twitch Plays Pokemon spawned a new genre of participatory gaming streams and demonstrated the potential of Twitch as an interactive medium. 7: Ludwig starts Subathon meta (2021) In March 2021, Ludwig Ahgren embarked on a record-breaking “Subathon”. A Subathon is an event where a streamer extends the duration of their stream when someone subscribes to their channel. In Ludwig’s case, every new subscription added 10 seconds to the stream’s timer. Ludwig was committed to streaming 24/7, and the stream continued for 31 days straight, from March 14 to April 13. During this time, Ludwig was live on camera for nearly every part of his day, until it reached the cap. The Subathon eventually culminated in a total of 282,847 subscriptions, setting a new record for the most-subscribed streamer on Twitch, surpassing Ninja’s previous record. Although Ludwig didn’t “invent” the subathon, his success spawned countless more in the years since. Some of the most notable include Kkatamina, Ironmouse (who set the record for most subs for a female streamer), and Emilycc (the longest-running subathon at over 500 days). In 2023, Kai Cenat broke Ludwig’s record with his subathon, reaching 306,621 subsribers. 6: Alinity throws her cat (2019) Natalia ‘Alinity’ Mogollon is still one of the biggest streamers on Twitch, but has been involved in more than her fair share of controversy over the years. None were more detrimental to her image, however, than when she faced widespread backlash after she tossed her cat over her shoulder during a stream. Despite outcry from the Twitch community and PETA, Twitch did not penalize Alinity. The incident spurred debates about animal safety, streamer responsibility, and the consistency of Twitch’s disciplinary actions. Alinity later admitted that she “deserved the hate.” 5: Cloud9 Wins CS:GO’s Boston Major (2018) This list wouldn’t be complete without considering some of the most iconic esports moments that Twitch has played host to. There were a number of options here, such as the beginning of the Overwatch League, countless LoL, and Dota2 finals, and weird and wonderful moments at events. But, in the end, Cloud9 winning the Boston Major, and breaking the viewership record at the same time, has to take the top spot. All-NA team Cloud9’s victory at the ELEAGUE Major: Boston 2018 marked a historic moment in esports and Twitch history. Their victory over the heavily favored team, FaZe Clan, marked the first time an American team won a CS:GO Major, and by a team that had been counted out early on. At the time, this grand final set the record for Twitch viewership at 1.3 million, and although that’s been beaten since, it was a massive milestone at the time. 4: Phantoml0rd Banned (2016) Popular streamer James ‘Phantoml0rd’ Varga was banned from Twitch amid allegations of undisclosed ownership and rigging in a CS:GO skin gambling site he promoted. His scandal exposed the darker side of the gaming industry and started discussions about transparency and ethical conduct in streaming, as well as Twitch’s ban policy. Phantoml0rd would later take Twitch to court over his ban, where he did in fact achieve a partial victory in 2021, although Twitch was only ordered to pay him $20,720 – not the $100 million he had requested. Twitch was found to have violated a provision in Varga’s contract that he should receive 30 days notice before being banned. The lawsuit, as well as Phantoml0rd’s content, has had a lasting impact on Twitch, affecting both the site’s ban policy, and the gambling policy. In 2022, as gambling rose in popularity again, Twitch issued a site-wide ban on the majority of gambling content, although it wasn’t a blanket ban on all forms of betting. 3: Shroud and Ninja leave for Mixer (2019) In a major shift in the streaming industry, top Twitch streamers Michael ‘shroud’ Grzesiek and Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins announced they were moving exclusively to Mixer, a rival platform owned by Microsoft. These departures marked a turning point in the streaming landscape, demonstrating that platform loyalty could be upended by strategic deals. While these were not the first creators to move platform, at the time, Ninja and shroud were among the top five streamers on Twitch, so it was a massive snag for Mixer. Unfortunately for the Microsoft brand, they were unable to build upon the big names, and the platform eventually shut down, with Ninja and shroud both returning to stream on Twitch. It’s believed they made roughly $10 million out of the deal. Since then, YouTube, and later Kick, have emerged as true contenders to Twitch’s throne, following Mixer’s strategy of stealing away big Twitch names with lucrative deals. 2: Ninja’s Fortnite stream with Drake and Travis Scott (2018) When Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins, then the poster boy of Twitch, teamed up with Grammy-winning artist Drake and pal Travis Scott for a Fortnite session in March 2018, it was a watershed moment for the platform. The stream broke Twitch’s concurrent viewer record for a solo streamer with over 600,000 viewers. The event marked the convergence of mainstream entertainment and gaming, solidifying Twitch’s position as a cultural hub. Ninja went on to become a bonafide celebrity, and the profile of Twitch as a platform was raised massively. Suddenly, there was more mainstream interest than there had ever been, and it was largely thanks to an ex-Halo pro who had become Fortnite’s biggest star. 1: Dr Disrespect’s ban (2020) On June 26, 2020, the Twitch universe was rocked by the abrupt and unexplained ban of Dr Disrespect. Twitch’s only public comment was a vague statement about violating community guidelines, as if banning the Doc was just like banning any other streamer. The fact it came only a few months after he had signed a multi-year deal with the platform made it even more peculiar. There are many Dr Disrespect moments that could have made this list, from streaming in the toilets at TwitchCon, to the shocking revelation that he had been unfaithful to his wife, but his ban is easily the most famous of any Twitch ban. The lack of an explanation led to rampant speculation among the community, making it one of the most discussed controversies in Twitch’s history. To this day, the reason why Dr Disrespect was banned has never been confirmed. Doc said he would take legal action, and Twitch refunded all of his subscribers and removed his emotes. The legal action was “resolved” in an undisclosed settlement, with neither side admitting wrongdoing. Dr Disrespect has streamed exclusively on YouTube ever since. Even years on, there is still no clarity about what happened. These ten moments, some fun and exciting, others memorable for less savory reasons, have not only shaped the culture of Twitch but have also contributed to the evolving landscape of the gaming and esports industry as a whole. As Twitch continues to grow and innovate, and as rivals circle the platform, we eagerly anticipate the memorable moments yet to come.

Top 10 most-liked tweets on Twitter: Greta Thunberg vs Andrew Tate, Elon Musk & more DexertoTwitter remains one of the world’s leading social media platforms, with its top users ranging from famous meme accounts to celebrities, politicians, and more. Here are Twitter’s most-liked tweets of all time. Twitter is one of the most prominent social apps on the net right now. Boasting over 329 million active users, the site has become a sort of public square for the exchange of information, discourse, and — of course — memes. After Elon Musk took ownership of the platform, buzz has only risen surrounding the blue bird app, which has seen some major shakeups as the Tesla CEO continues to enact major changes to the site. Other social platforms have also seen a pretty big shuffle in recent months, with Lionel Messi’s World Cup Win becoming the most-liked post on the internet of all time, beating out other Instagram pics, tweets, and YouTube videos by millions of likes. Now, in the wake of the beef between activist Greta Thunberg and online commentator Andrew Tate, Twitter has also witnessed a new addition to its ranks of most-liked posts. Here are the Top 10 most-liked tweets of all time. #10 Twitter, 3.1 million likes It turns out that one of Twitter’s most-liked posts comes straight from the app itself. In a viral tweet on October 4, 2021, the app said: “Hello literally everyone,” garnering responses from McDonald’s and even Adele. #9 Elon Musk, 3.1 million likes Newly-crowned Twitter owner Elon Musk boasts two tweets in the Top 10, with his first coming in at 9th place. Musk’s viral post publicly called out his critics, saying he hopes “that even my worst critics remain on Twitter, because that is what free speech means.” (Musk would later run into issues banning certain influencers for impersonating him — but later reinstated them, H3H3 included.) #8 Andy Milonakis, 3.4 million likes 46-year-old comedian and streamer Andy Milonakis jumped in on the most-liked list with his 2020 post saying, “Congratulations to the Astronauts that left Earth today. Good choice.” Milonakis’ tweet referenced the launch of SpaceX’s Crew Dragon Demo-2, which occurred during the height of the global health crisis and protests following the death of George Floyd. His tweet went so viral that he even offered to sell it online. #7 Greta Thunberg, 3.5 million likes The most recent addition to Twitter’s most-liked tweets came after activist Greta Thunberg was roped into a spat with controversial internet personality Andrew Tate in late 2022. Unfortunately for Tate, he included a photo of a pizza box from a local pizza chain in one of his posts. This sparked a popular theory that claimed the box led law enforcement to his location in Romania to arrest him on suspicion of human trafficking, rape, and forming an organized crime group. (However, a spokesperson for a Romanian law agency has debunked this rumor, saying of the theory: “Funny, but no.”) Thunberg clapped back at Tate’s posts with a biting remark, earning her the seventh most-liked tweet of all time: “This is what happens when you don’t recycle your pizza boxes.” #6 Barack Obama, 3.6 million likes The death of NBA star Kobe Bryant shook up the globe after he and his daughter’s passing in a helicopter crash in January 2020. Among the thousands of posts memorializing the basketball pro and his child, former US President Barack Obama offered his sentiments to Bryant and his family. “Kobe was a legend on the court and just getting started in what would have been just as meaningful a second act. To lose Gianna is even more heartbreaking to us as parents. Michelle and I send love and prayers to Vanessa and the entire Bryant family on an unthinkable day.” #5 Joe Biden, 3.8 million likes Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States on January 20, 2021. The leader celebrated his victory with the fifth most-liked tweet of all time, writing: “It’s a new day in America.” As cited in Twitter’s year-end review, Biden’s tweet was the site’s most-liked post of 2021. #4 Greta Thunberg, 3.9 million likes Thunberg and Tate’s viral Twitter spat began after the former kickboxer suddenly took aim at the young activist by boasting about the emissions from his many luxury cars, even offering to email the vehicles’ specs to her. Thunberg’s response would kick off a feud that ultimately ended in Tate’s arrest: “Yes, please do enlighten me. Email me at smalld*ckenergy at getalife dot com.” #3 Barack Obama, 4 million likes Barack Obama’s viral post was created in 2017 following the Charlottesville car attack on August 12. The post included a photograph of Obama and a group of children at a daycare center, taken in 2011. It was captioned with a quote from Nelson Mandela’s autobiography: “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin or his background or his religion…” #2 Elon Musk, 4.7 million likes In one of Musk’s grander ideas in regards to business purchases, the Tesla CEO pondered buying out Coca-Cola to bring the brand back to its namesake. “Next I’m buying Coca-Cola to put the cocaine back in,” he wrote. The post has garnered well over four million likes — but it’s not likely this particular idea will fly. #1 Chadwick Boseman, 7 million likes Actor Chadwick Boseman, notable for playing King T’Challa in Marvel’s Black Panther and Avengers movies, passed away after a battle with colon cancer in August 2020. His family’s announcement of his passing on his official Twitter account garnered seven million likes, and remains Twitter’s most-liked post to this day. For more information on top internet stats, check out our list of the Top 20 most-followed Twitch streamers and most-followed influencers on TikTok.

The 10 most controversial Twitch bans of all time Apex Legends, with no repercussions. Twitch is often accused of being inconsistent with its rulings, and so controversy is rife whenever a popular streamer is struck by the ban hammer. Here are 10 bans that caused controversy in the Twitch community. 10. Gabepeixe banned over a Pink Floyd poster Brazilian Twitch streamer Gabriel ‘Gabepeixe’ Baptista received a suspension because he showed a Pink Floyd poster during his broadcast. Yes, that’s right – a Pink Floyd poster. Rapaziada passando pra avisar que a twitch vai me pranchar por 3dias por causa de um QUADRO do album do PINKFLOYD, que apareceu durante um video de um rapaz, sendo que o mesmo faz live na twitch a 1 ano e nunca ocorreu nada, enfim só ãvisando pra vcs e pedindo desculpas… :broken_heart: pic.twitter.com/t5VpDv64Nq — Gabepeixe (@gabepeixe) September 23, 2019 That’s not the most ridiculous part of his ban, either – the poster wasn’t even part of his own setup, only appearing in a video he was watching of another streamer’s broadcast, who hadn’t been banned for the artwork in his entire time streaming on the site. While the nude women on the poster resulted in Baptista being banned for ‘sexual content’, Twitch’s sudden ban on his channel, while others were ignored, left viewers scratching their heads in confusion. 9. Quqco banned for cosplay crimes If you’re a fan of fighting games, you will have heard of Chun-Li, Street Fighter’s leading lady since 1991. Many internet personalities have cosplayed this character, who is viewed as a pinnacle of strength for women in gaming – but one streamer was banned for doing just that. Streamer ‘quqco’ received a three-day ban for sexually suggestive content during a broadcast in which she cosplayed the character. It was a suspension that came as quite a surprise, as Chun-Li’s outfit isn’t especially revealing. While quqco had been banned before for similar behavior, the streamer claimed she was the target of mass reporting from sites like Reddit, and was even prohibited from participating in TwitchCon 2019’s artist alley. 8. BeesOnMyHeadTV banned for being shot at Twitch streamer ‘BeesOnMyHeadTV’ made headlines across the web after being shot at and carjacked on camera, with a fear-inducing clip of the altercation providing evidence of his dangerous encounter. Despite the incident not being his fault in any way, BeesOnMyHead was later banned due to the debacle, with Twitch explaining in an email that they’d indefinitely suspended his account “due to an on-stream emergency” to “protect [his] privacy.” It might seem unfair, but commenters argued that Twitch was making a logical decision in this regard as they were trying to protect the streamer from potential harassment. 7. Nymn banned for filming at TwitchCon 2019 TwitchCon is a massive event for both live streamers and their audiences, as top broadcasters from across the globe gather in one location to meet with their communities. However, such massive meetings are bound to result in drama, and top streamer ‘Nymn’ received a ban for filming in Twitch’s Partner Lounge during the event. I’ve got some very bad news; Twitch has decided to suspend me for 14 days because I briefly streamed in the partner lounge – it was when getting xQc to his meet & greet. I wasnt thinking about where I was pointing the camera due to the stress of the situation. — NymN (@nymnion) October 1, 2019 Although the Lounge is famously off-limits (as a means to give streamers a break from constant broadcasting), Nymn “briefly” filmed in the area while escorting fellow streamer ‘xQc’ to his meet and greet, resulting in a 14-day ban – a length that was later cut in half following fan outrage. 6. Dellor banned for keyboard smash Former Overwatch pro ‘Dellor’ stirred concern across Twitter upon being banned from Twitch for smashing a keyboard over his head. It was a stunt that was meant to be a celebration for finally receiving subscriptions on the site, after his partnership was removed earlier this year. [Credit to FLiK Sixin on YouTube for the clip.] Although the streamer had performed such antics before, Delllor posted a concerning Twitlonger post in the aftermath of his ban, in which he said that he was depressed. He later updated fans to let them know that he was doing well after visiting a hospital in wake of his suspension for “self-harm.” 5. Velvet_7 is mistakenly banned Twitch dropped the ball in a major way for one rising streamer, who received a suspension for five weeks due to a “mistake” on the site’s part. “Velvet_7” had received a past ban for sexual content, prompting her to change her attire and material in an attempt to adhere to the site’s Community Guidelines. However, she was hit with a month-long ban shortly thereafter by mistake – and that wasn’t the end of the drama, either. I’m back on twitch now 🙂 start streaming now pic.twitter.com/1xGNuVUNvY — velvet (@velvet16133188) September 26, 2019 The streamer received yet another (albeit short-lived) ban on October 1 after finally retrieving access to her channel, this time for reportedly saying a “hateful slur” – a development that “broke the camel’s back.” 4. Fareeha banned for wearing workout clothes While many female streamers broadcast their workout routines or even stream in workout gear, popular Overwatch streamer Fareeha received a quick ban for appearing in her gym clothes – with Twitch categorizing the attire as “underwear” and “lingerie.” This incited a sarcastic response from the streamer, who hit back at Twitch’s head-scratching decision with a Tweet that read, “Because workout clothes and showing midriff = lingerie, ok ok ok, cool cool cool.” Because workout clothes and showing midriff=lingerie ok ok ok cool cool cool pic.twitter.com/KNSCinmMIP — Fareeha Gen.G (@AskFareeha) September 14, 2019 With Fareeha also banned from promotional activities for Gen.G, the confusing ban was made all the worse – especially considering the attire some other streamers have worn while broadcasting. 3. Dr Disrespect’s bathroom blunder Dr Disrespect is known for the “speed” and “violence” in his high-quality production streams, but it wasn’t either of these things that resulted in one of Twitch’s most notorious bans yet. There was an avalanche of drama at E3 2019 in June after the two-time Blockbuster champ broadcasted inside of public bathrooms at the event on multiple occasions, resulting in both a suspension from Twitch and the revocation of his E3 pass. The Doc later made fun of his blunder ahead of his eventual return, saying that “mishaps lead to recaps” – although he later broke character to deliver an apology on behalf of his brand, explaining that he’d gone “all in” on the Doc’s character in his first-ever IRL broadcast. 2. TF Blade’s “idiots” scandal Although many streamers make less-than-savory comments on camera, one top broadcaster was banned for an allegedly misheard phrase, which ended up taking the League of Legends community by storm. Popular LoL player ‘TF Blade’ received a suspension from Twitch after calling his opponents “idiots” – a phrase that Twitch ruled was actually a racial slur, prompting a 30-day ban from Blade’s account Blade argued that Twitch had “misheard” him, with his supporters claiming that his accent may have confused moderators, who later reduced his suspension to seven days in light of his subsequent appeal. 1. Amouranth’s major comeback While any length of time away from streaming is detrimental to top broadcasters, this was not the case with streamer Kaitlyn ‘Amouranth’ Siragusa, who is known across Twitch for her risque content. From Just Dance streams to ASMR broadcasts and more, Amouranth is a true variety streamer, but one of her “Just Chatting” segments got a little NSFW, after she accidentally exposed herself while spending time with her pet pooch. However, her audience didn’t dwindle upon her return to the platform days later, with the star becoming one of the site’s fastest-growing content creators in wake of her ban, hitting a milestone of 1.5 million followers on October 3.

Top 10 most downvoted Reddit comments ever RedditReddit is commonly known as “the front page of the internet”, with millions of users visiting the site every month to comment on hot topics such as video games, Twitch streamers, and YouTube videos. With website traffic so enormous, it’s a breeding ground for many different beliefs, with debates and arguments happening on the daily. We’ve put together a list of the most downvoted Reddit comments, so you can see what can happen when a user faces a gigantic court of public opinion that doesn’t agree with them. 10. Jill Stein’s views on nuclear energy In October 2016. US Green Party candidate Jill Stein conducted an ‘Ask Me Anything’ on the website when one of her answers to a user asking about why she was opposed to nuclear energy backfired. In the reply, the physician stated that nuclear power was “dirty, dangerous, expensive and obsolete” because of its toxicity, citing examples such as the Chernobyl and Fukushima accidents that saw mass devastation to reinforce her comment. Users slammed the politician’s reply, stating that she’d been misinformed and her information was false, and the response collected almost 12,000 downvotes. 9. Bethesda’s Fallout 76 controversy After Bethesda released Fallout 76 in November 2018, fans were unhappy with the performance of the online action role-playing game and aired their concerns online, with one player starting a thread on Reddit to complain about the developer’s lack of comment on the outrage. Read More: Top 10 PewDiePie Minecraft moments so far – The account for Betheda Game Studios replied to the post, simply stating that it was thankful for the assessment and is “always looking through posts, tweets, and comments for any and all feedback on the game.” Players were outraged by the generic nature of the response, and the comment ended up garnering 15,400 downvotes. 8. User defending Donald Trump In November 2018, news outlet The Independent wrote an article about US President Donald Trump cancelling a visit to a First World War memorial because of ‘poor weather’ conditions, which ended up on the front page of Reddit. People were outraged over the President’s decision not to attend, but one user decided to defend him in the comments, and stated “The president needs to be able to respond to a nuclear attack. The others don’t,” which led to them receiving 17,500 downvotes. 7. Lead Riot Games employee’s comments A lead member of Riot Games angered many after it was revealed that he’d made some inflammatory comments about Twitch streamer Tyler ‘Tyler1‘ Steinkamp in October 2017 in a League of Legends Discord server. The employee stated that “he [Tyler1] looks like a damn humunculous” and “honestly.. its fine he’ll die from a coke overdose or testicular cancer from all the steroids.. then we’ll be gucci.” The comments made their way to the LoL subreddit where players were furious, calling for the member’s immediate firing from the company. He decided to respond to the post, and stated that it was his personal take and “I don’t speak for the company on live chat.. I’m my own person,” receiving 19,200 downvotes for the reply. 6. User asked for downvotes In 2017, a user of the me_irl subreddit posted a thread called “You can up vote this post only if you down vote my comment” and then commented a reply of a down pointing emoji. Read More: Top 20 most disliked YouTube videos ever – While this is as far removed from a juicy reason as you could probably get, Reddit did its job and voted down the user’s post 35,600 times and the reply 23,400 times. 5. Spongebob Squarepants picture Another less-than-interesting reason for one of the most hated comments follows off of the last: someone literally asked for it. In 2018, a person posted to the BikiniBottomTwitter page, stating that “You can only upvote this picture of spongebob if you downvote the picture of squidward that I’ll link in the comments.” After posting a link to an image of the Spongebob Squarepants character in the comments section, it collected almost 37,000 downvotes, confirming that Spongebob’s coworker is in fact the lesser liked character in the show. 4. Homemade electric chair With what is probably one of the most bizarre comments on this list comes from back in 2018 after a user posted a photograph of a homemade electric chair they’d discovered while exploring an abandoned building in Croatia. It’s unclear as to why somebody went to great lengths to make the contraption, but it’s a scary thought all the same. Many people in the comments laughed about the fact that a homemade device wouldn’t have anywhere near the amount of power as a real one, to which someone replied: “Try connecting the battery to your nipples or your genitals and keep it connected for a minute or two. Then tell me again that the current can’t hurt you.” The comment received almost 52,000 downvotes from the community. 3. Subreddit mod refuses to unban user On the subreddit for virtual tabletop games website Roll20 in September 2018, one user complained of being unfairly banned after a mod mistook them for somebody else of a similar name. Upon trying to resolve the issue, admins and customer support refused to double down. Read More: Top 20 highest earning Fortnite pro players – The subreddit mod was later revealed to be the co-founder of the Roll20 company, and commented on the thread, stating “[I] stand with my account administration staff and our decision to maintain a subreddit ban due to the level of this escalation.” Outraged members of the community downvoted the reply over 59,700 times. 2. Helping Thanos achieve balance 600After the release of Marvel’s Avengers Infinity War in 2018, a member of the thanosdidnothingwrong community posted an image that said “Upvote this post, but downvote [original poster’s] comment to help achieve balance!”. This is a reference to the movie’s antagonist that *spoilers* decides to erase half of all living things to achieve a ‘balance’ across the universe. People did indeed help Thanos balance things out, and downed the comment over 88,900 times. To quote the movie: “Perfectly balanced, as all things should be.” 1. EA’s Star Wars Battlefront II controversy Electronic Arts released the sequel to Star Wars Battlefront in November 2017, and straight off the bat, players complained about paywalls and microtransactions. It was this that really kicked off the debate of game developers including paid content in an already-paid-for game. People were unhappy that they’d splashed $80 on a Star Wars title that had one of the series’ most popular characters, Darth Vader, locked behind a paywall, and complained on Reddit. Read More: Top 20 most liked YouTube videos – EA responded to the backlash, and stated that “The intent is to provide players with a sense of pride and accomplishment for unlocking different heroes,” and “we’ll be making constant adjustments to ensure that players have challenges that are compelling, rewarding, and of course attainable via gameplay.” Not satisfied with the developers’ reply, players down voted the response a whopping 667,800 times, making it the most hated comment on the whole website as of the time of this article. Follow our entertainment news at www.Twitter.com/DexertoTrending.

Top 10 highest earning YouTubers of 2018 sees surprising results PewDiePie, YouTube / YouTubers MagazineThis year has been a wild one for YouTube stars across the video platform; From Logan Paul’s serious scandal at the beginning of 2018 to Markiplier’s clothing line release in late October, YouTubers have been in the news for a multitude of reasons, and now, their earnings are taking the spotlight. This year’s highest-earning YouTubers saw some surprising contestants, aside from the site’s usual fare of social media stars like Jake Paul – who shockingly surpassed his older (and arguably more controversial) brother Logan Paul in terms of revenue. 2018’s top-earning stars included the likes of makeup guru Jeffree Star, who reeled in a reported $18 million through his Jeffree Star Cosmetics line – which, according to Forbes.com, pulls over $100 million in yearly revenue. Also in the runnings were YouTube group Dude Perfect, gamer Vanoss Gaming, and even child star RyanToysReview, who managed to take the number one spot with a whopping $22 million (thanks to his wide audience and collectible toy line for sale at Wal-Mart). You can check out a complete list of 2018’s highest-paid YouTubers below. Who are your favorite stars, and did they earn as much as you suspected they had? Source: Forbes.com #10 – Logan Paul, $14.5 M #9 – PewDiePie, $15.5 M #8 – Jacksepticeye, $16 M #7 – Vanoss Gaming, $17 M #6 – Markiplier, $17.5 M #5 – Jeffree Star, $18 M #4 – DanTDM, $18.5 M #3 – Dude Perfect, $20 M #2 – Jake Paul, $21.5 M #1 – RyanToysReview, $22 M

Top 10 meme-inspired costume ideas for 2023 henrygersten/TikTok, I WANT TO BE AN ANIMAL/YOUTUBEEven though Halloween has been and gone, you never need an excuse to dress up again. Here are our top 10 costume ideas inspired by viral memes from 2023. Every costume party is sure to be crowded with Barbie and Ken, Taylor Swift, and Wednesday Adams this year. But, come on, be original with your costume. Even though Halloween has been and gone, there are lots of excuses to still dig out your Halloween costumes and dress up. Whether it be for an end-of-year party, or just if you feel like dressing up on a random day, we’re here to help you get situated with an easy, impressive costume that speaks to topical, pertinent cultural moments (memes). Here are our top 10 viral memes from 2023 that would make some great costumes to symbolize the end of the year. Blue smurf cat The blue smurf cat has taken TikTok by storm recently. The blue smurf cat is a creature that looks like a mix of a smurf, a cat, and a mushroom and was created by Nate Hallinan. This would be an easy costume to throw together last minute. All you would need is some blue makeup, a blue shirt, white shorts, and a white hat and you’d be sorted. Barbenheimer It is safe to say that everyone and their mother were aware of the Barbie vs Oppenheimer movie battle that took place over the summer. The questions of what film you were going to watch first or if you were more Barbie or Oppenheimer quickly spread across the internet, creating a new term by the name of Barbenheimer. People began to dress up to go to both screenings at the time, mixing the dark academia-esque looks from Oppenheimer with the bright pink looks from Barbie. So why not throw it back to the summer and dress up as everyone’s favorite part of the summer; Barbenheimer. Man kicking alligator Imagine this: you are dressed as the man in shorts while your friend dresses up as the alligator. Together, you’re bound to have the best couple’s costume wherever you go. Together, you’d be dressed as the iconic “man kicking alligator” photo which took the internet by storm recently after people couldn’t figure out whether or not the photo was real or fake. The death of Twitter After Elon Musk paid $44 billion to get his hands on Twitter, the social media app quickly imploded. The tech giant hemorrhaged employees and users for months before the multi-billionaire officially killed Twitter and renamed the site X. So why not pay tribute to the former version of the website by getting dressed up in honor of Twitter? The human collie A Japanese man went viral earlier this year after spending $15,000 on a realistic Collie costume. While you might not want to spend that amount on a costume of your own, you can easily recreate a version of it for just a fraction of the price. After all, the man did say he wanted more people to follow in his footsteps, so why not dress up like a dog this Halloween? An influencer boxer 2023 has been a big year for influencer boxing. From Jake Paul losing his first-ever boxing match against Tommy Fury to the months-long fight between Logan Paul and Dillon Danis in the lead-up to their fight, it’s been an eventful year. As more influencers are turning into boxers, including our very own presenter James Seller, an influencer boxer could be the perfect Halloween costume for 2023. Chinese human bear While China’s Hangzhou Zoo had to formally address allegations that Angela the Malaysian sun bear was in fact a real animal and not a human in a bear suit, why not wave at people while wearing a bear costume to start the rumors again? “Not real” plane woman The “not real plane lady,” aka Tiffany Gomas, had her 15 minutes of viral fame when a video circulated showing her screaming: “That motherf**ker back there is not real,” during an American Airlines flight. So, slick your hair back, throw on a gray high-neck halter tank top, ripped skinny jeans, and a Goyard bag, and start shouting at random corners of the party. King Charles getting mad at his pen King Charles inspired many coronation-related viral moments, but the most memorable hits were definitely every time he got angry at his pen. This might be one of the easiest costumes to recreate. Just put on a crown and carry around a pen to get angry at. Girl dinner or Boy dinner A big conversation on TikTok this year has been the discussions of girl dinners and boy dinners. Usually consisting of a mix of snacks that turns into a meal, why not get dressed up as your favorite tapas-esque snacks? So there you have it, our top 10 ideas for Halloween costumes inspired by 2023 memes and viral moments. If you want more help in planning your ideal Halloween night, check out our Halloween coverage for recommendations for the best horror films and games.

Top 10 fastest growing Twitch streamers since Ninja’s switch to Mixer Tyler ‘Ninja‘ Blevins’ controversial switch over to Microsoft’s streaming platform, Mixer, has caused a shift in Twitch’s most popular streamers. On August 1, Ninja announced that he’d be retiring from Twitch (ending an eight-year-long partnership) to head over to Mixer, by means of a press conference that showed multiple versions of himself interviewing the popular streaming personality that we have all become accustomed to. As a consequence of the 28-year-old’s departure to Mixer, there has been an exodus of his followers, leading to Twitch taking advantage of the most followed page on their site by using it as a landing pad to direct viewers to other streamers’ pages. The Fortnite streaming sensation had gained in excess of 14 million followers, and as such, the effect of his switch-over has rippled throughout Amazon’s streaming service and altered the growth for streamers using the platform. Read more: Why Ninja moving to Mixer is a good thing – Ninja’s final stream on Twitch – summarizing the happenings of the Fortnite World Cup – was on July 29; so here are the most popular streamers (by followers gained) since his concluding broadcast. Top 10 fastest growing Twitch streamers since Ninja’s final stream *Note: Streamers filtered by ‘partnered’ status. Company channels excluded from list. After obtaining world champion status, Kyle ‘Bugha‘ Giersdorf soared to first on the list by a considerable margin, with all of his social media platforms seeing exponential growth. Notably, Corinna Kopf is the only female to make the list, while her partner Turner ‘Tfue‘ Tenney’s fanbase continue to show their loyalty amid the FaZe Clan drama, placing him second on the list. Streamers will be vying for the top spot, now left vacant by Ninja’s departure, and if Bugha can be as good a streamer as he is a Fortnite player, he could be in with a shot.

Top 10 cosplays by Alyson Tabbitha – Final Fantasy, Harry Potter, Attack on Titan, and more Alyson Tabbitha, InstagramIf you’re into cosplay, you’ve likely seen a series of jaw-dropping costumes created by cosplayer Alyson Tabbitha, who is known throughout the space for her impressive transformations. Tabbitha is one of the most popular cosplayers in the scene, with a massive social media presence across ,Instagram, Twitter, and even her YouTube channel, where she documents her crafting process. She is likewise known for her viral before-and-after transformation images, where she shows a striking contrast between her normal, everyday self and the characters she cosplays. We’ve gathered Tabbitha’s top 10 best cosplays below – although it was hard to choose from her extensive portfolio of works. Which costume is your favorite? #10 – Angelina Jolie’s ‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider’ While the Tomb Raider franchise has since received a modernized update, Tabbitha is bringing the series’ very first movie back in style with her striking portrayal of Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. #9 – Elsa, Disney’s ‘Frozen’ We’re not gonna ‘let go’ of Tabbitha’s fantastic rendition of ‘Frozen’s’ Elsa – in fact, her cosplay is so good that we’re practically ‘frozen’ in place! #8 – Newt Scamander, ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Tabbitha’s makeup skills shine in her breathtaking portrayal of ‘Fantastic Beast’s’ Newt Scamander. Are we sure she’s actually a muggle? This cosplay is nothing short of magical! #7 – Annie, ‘Attack on Titan’ This bodypainting project must have been a “colossal” undertaking for Tabitha, who managed to pull off a convincing rendition of Attack on Titan’s brutal Female Titan. (Let’s just hope she doesn’t crystallize in the meantime.) #6 – Wonder Woman Tabbitha’s striking take on Wonder Woman is so impressive, it almost seems like actress Gal Gadot stepped in for a quick photoshoot! #5 – Lestat, ‘Interview with the Vampire’ Anne Rice’s brooding vampire protagonist looks thirsty for blood – and could very well be Tom Cruise himself, thanks to Tabbitha’s shocking skill with makeup shown in her portrayal of Lestat. (Although, aren’t vampires supposed to disappear on camera?) #4 – Lightning, Final Fantasy XIII While Tabbitha has cosplayed a variety of Final Fantasy characters, her rendition of FFXIII’s Lightning takes the cake. She very well could have stepped out of the game, herself, by the looks of her impressive costuming skills! #3 – Widowmaker, Overwatch Et voilà! Tabbitha’s take on Overwatch’s femme fatale sniper comes complete with all her intricate accessories – including her piercing gaze. #2 – Jack Sparrow Tabbitha’s talents know no bounds, as shown by her impressive rendition of Captain Jack Sparrow. By the way: has anyone seen the rum? #1 – Edward Scissorhands In perhaps her most impressive feat of skill, Tabbitha managed to pull of a shockingly accurate portrayal of Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands, despite the character’s intricate and complex design. Tabbitha has shown no qualms about “crossplay” and to play the part quite well, thanks to her fantastic talents. These are just a few of Tabbitha’s cosplays; she has been creating costumes for years, and has a slew of impressive characters under her belt. Thanks to her incredible skills, she continues to pump out masterpieces, with each cosplay being more challenging and impressive than the last.

Top 10 Dr Disrespect rages of all time – Fortnite, PUBG, H1Z1 Graphics from Dr DisrespectDr Disrespect might bring speed, violence and momentum to his Twitch streams on a regular basis, but many viewers still tune in for his those hilarious moments where the blood is boiling and the rage is flowing. The Doc is widely recognised as one of, if not the, most iconic streamers the platform has to offer. Whether that’s an appreciation of the unique internet personality that he’s built for himself over the years, his production value, or more simply a testament to his gameplay – people respect Dr Disrespect. However, anyone who knows anything about Dr Disrespect also knows that he also has a tendency to fly off the handle as well. So, let’s take a look at perhaps his best 10 rage moments to-date. 10 – Dr Disrespect punches his chair after PUBG loss Dr Disrespect fans might have seen the streamer play hours and hours of Bluehole, or as he calls it ‘Blueball’, Entertainment’s battle royale game in the past. Read More: PUBG in this manner. 9 – Doc loves the H1Z1 shotguns H1Z1 is one of those games that started like a house on fire, but the flames burnt out pretty fast. Many gamers complained about issues in the title, but none more so than the shooting and looting errors that were prevalent at the time it was hugely popular on Twitch. The Two-Time just couldn’t stand it. 8 – Forget about headshots. Go for the legs! Pro players and streamers are always quick to share their clips of sniper headshots and quickscopes, but the Doc couldn’t have guessed that opponents would be trying to kneecap him. Well, until this happened. 7 – “This fucking game is so stupid!” Dr Disrespect is all for taking on other players in one-on-one gunfights to decide who is the best, but sometimes lag can get in the way of that from happening. You just hate to see it… 6 – Don’t ask Doc to play with CouRage Many Twitch viewers will pick their favorite streamers and would like to see some of them play together someday. Yet, after losing his cool once already during his stream, when Doc was asked to play with Jack ‘CouRage’ Dunlop by a fan, he completely lost it. We’re guessing he doesn’t like the idea. 5 – Dr Disrespect uninstalls PUBG Dr Disrespect’s patented Triple Threat Challenge is one of his stream’s biggest draws, where he tests himself to win a solo match in three different battle royale games – with the usual suspects being Fortnite, Apex Legends, PUBG, Battlefield V’s Firestorm, and others. However, there are some things about PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds that he’s taken issue with in the past. Here, he decided to uninstall the game. Why not? There’s plenty of other BR games to play. 4 – This guy is going to kill me We’ve already seen Dr Disrespect have problems with H1Z1’s shotguns, but it gets even worse. After missing four straight shots at almost point blank range, the Two-Time runs away from his opponent and predicts that he won’t be able to hit a shot to knock them down. Seconds later, the player comes out and wrecks him. He didn’t like that. Not one bit. 3 – NOBODY wants the red zone PUBG was the first battle royale game to introduce a red zone feature, which is basically an artillery strike that impacts different areas of the map. Get caught in it, and it could spell out the end for your time in the session. Well, that’s exactly what happened to Dr Disrespect, who was killed by the zone and took it out on his gaming chair. 2 – “What the fuck is this game about?” The self professed best video gamer in history might have been able to complete his Triple Threat Challenge in under two hours, but not when Fortnite is included. Doc has had numerous problems with the game since it was released in September 2017 and in this clip, where he’s wrecked by a bushed up enemy, he couldn’t believe what he was seeing. 1 – NORTH CAROLINA NERDS Dr Disrespect might have pulled some insane outbursts out of his locker since he’s been streaming, but in terms of showing pure anger and disdain for a game, this clip takes the biscuit. In an unbelievable rage video, Doc says that he will never play Fortnite ever again and says it’s mind-boggling how the world “fell for” Fortnite. Sit back folks, this one is brilliant. So, there we have it. Our very own top 10 rage clips from Dr Disrespect. If any of you chubby cheeks think we’ve missed any out, or would like to rate our selections, head over to Twitter and tweet us @Dexerto! –

Top 10 best Game of Thrones cosplays – Jon Snow, Cersei Lannister, and more Carli Bybel, Twitter / Xenia Shelkovskaya, InstagramAs Game of Thrones’ final season approaches, fans are more antsy than ever to find out how their favorite characters will fare – and what better way to ring in the new season than to pay homage to some of these iconic individuals? As one of the most popular fantasy franchises in recent history, it comes as no surprise that cosplayers across the globe have tried their hands at recreating the book series-turned-HBO-special’s colorful cast of characters. Although it was difficult to choose, we’ve gathered just a few of the best Game of Thrones cosplays below. Which one is your favorite? [WARNING: Spoilers ahead!] #10 Daenerys Targaryen, Carli Bybel Popular YouTuber and makeup mogul Carli Bybel has recreated several iconic characters in her makeup tutorials, one of them being the Mother of Dragons. Bybel’s impressive skills in makeup and special effects truly brings Daenerys to life – and she even has her own Khal Drogo, to boot. #9 Sam Tarley, Samhain138 Cosplayer Samhain138 brings a stunning rendition of Sam Tarley, as he appears in the Night’s Watch during the show’s earlier seasons. According to Samhain, the entire costume is made from real leather and sheepskin – although he admitted to being annoyed at having “You know nothing!” shouted at him at conventions while wearing the getup. #8 – Cersei Lannister, Ferasha Cosplayer Ferasha shares a faithful rendition of Cersei Lannister, following her infamous punishment via the Walk of Atonement. “I am Cersei of House Lannister, a lion of the Rock, the rightful queen of these Seven Kingdoms, trueborn daughter of Tywin Lannister. And hair grows back.” #7 – Jon Snow, Wondercon 2016 Although precious little information was shared about this cosplayer, his take on Jon Snow bears an uncanny resemblance to actor Kit Harington – although we can’t vouch for his famously short stature. #6 – Sansa Stark, Kira Kelley Sansa Stark’s drastic character development is shown in full, thanks to cosplayer Kira Kelley’s faithful rendition of her handmade gown toward the show’s later seasons, as created in Winterfell. Kelley even held a photoshoot of the character in an actual castle, making for some seriously impressive shots with other members of the show’s cast. #5 – Khal Drogo, René Koiter This cosplayer isn’t just a Game of Thrones fan; René Koiter is also an employee at Blizzard, who enlisted the aid of several of the company’s best artists to recreate Khal Drogo’s iconic garb. Koiter even put on a striking performance at Blizzard’s 2013 Halloween event, shouting a speech authentically delivered in the Dothraki language. #4 – Margaery Tyrell, Xenia Shelkovskaya Russian cosplayer Xenia Shelkovskaya looks eerily similar to actress Natalie Dormer, giving Lady Margaery’s signature smirk as she poses for the camera. That’s not all; Xenia even held a photoshoot in the show’s actual location for King’s Landing, bringing a seriously authentic feel to her photos of the character. #3 – Tyrion Lannister, Omar Diego It’s not every day that you see such a faithful rendition of a widely beloved fictional character – but cosplayer Omar Diego has managed to deliver just that, thanks to his stunning take on Tyrion Lannister. Bearing an uncanny resemblance to actor Peter Dinklage, Diego truly brings Tyrion to life – complete with a glass of wine, for good measure. #2 – Arya Stark, Ginny Diguiseppi No, that’s not Maisie Williams; rather, that’s cosplayer Ginny Diguiseppi, who shocked fans due to her nearly identical appearance to the actress. Posing with her sword, Needle, Diguiseppi is the spitting image of Arya as she appears in the show – although the character has changed considerably since her time with the Hound. #1 – Lady Olenna Tyrell, Game of Thrones Granny In honor of Olenna Tyrell’s iconic passing in Season 7, the ‘Game of Thrones Granny’ took to DragonCon with a hilarious take on the character’s famous last words. In typical Olenna fashion, the ‘Game of Thrones’ Granny appeared to be largely nonplussed by her fame – but her epic cosplay added an extra layer of badassery to one of the show’s most kickass women. Game of Thrones Season 8 is set to premier on HBO on April 14 at 9 PM EST (2 AM GMT). Get your subscriptions and your popcorn ready – this is gonna be one major TV event fans won’t want to miss out on.

Top 10 best Tfue workout Photoshops that will leave you in stitches Tfue, TwitterTwitch star and Fortnite pro Turner “Tfue” Tenney is hitting the gym after his split with ex-girlfriend Corinna Kopf — and the internet isn’t passing up an opportunity to roast him. Tfue unveiled his first workout photo on February 7, showing the gamer performing a trap bar deadlift with a concentrated look on his face. Needless to say, Tfue’s show of confidence inspired a slew of lighthearted jokes at his expense, with fans and internet trolls promptly photoshopping the picture into hilarious monstrosities. https://twitter.com/TTfue/status/1225826481735118850?s=20 It seems that Tfue came to enjoy the jokes, too, as he posted a series of other gym photos to social media, even captioning one, “More gym pics to meme.” With the star having retweeted a few of his favorite photoshop creations, we’ve compiled a short list of some of the best edits of his workout routine. #10 – Fortnite editing Tfue When someone’s shooting p90 at your walls and you’re just trying to hold it pic.twitter.com/tdHbNc5BAH — yorki (@Ghostpg13) February 13, 2020 Fortnite regulars understand the importance of quick building, and Tfue does, too — but this hilarious edit of his gym routine shows him doing more than just curls. From this perspective, it looks like Tfue is putting serious effort into his building skills, although we can’t say for sure if it takes as much physical straining to erect a few platforms. #9 – Monkeying around While quite a few of Tfue’s improptu photoshop challenge entries got creative, Twitter user “Mr. Milky” took their editing skills to the next level by placing the Fortnite pro into a tree. Although Tfue has jumped from the reservoir before, we have yet to see him take the plunge from the top of a tree. #8 – Noodle hair Tfue Tfue’s curly blonde locs are part of his signature look, and they’re no exception to the internet’s brutal sense of humor. Twitter user “Flash Designs” took advantage of the meme and decided to photoshop the star’s hair into a cup of instant noodles. We can’t vouch for the flavor, though. #7 – Scooter Tfue Although Tfue’s putting work into his arm circuit, one crafty photoshop fiend has a different take in mind, entirely. Rather than lifting a bar, Twitter user “The Final Hoss” opted to edit Tfue showing off his scooter skills at a skate park. Think he could take on Tony Hawk? (Or is his scrunched expression due to hitting his ankles with that thing?) #6 – Taco Bell Tfue Fellow Twitch streamer and Fortnite aficionado “Dakotaz” offered a hilarious suggestion for Tfue’s high-effort workout picture: “Someone meme this man after Taco Bell on the toilet.” Luckily, “TheAcroTV” was on the case in a second, giving fans a photoshop that they can all relate to. (Who hasn’t suffered at the hands of a Taco Bell chalupa, anyway?) #5 – Chicken legs Although Tfue is currently in the business of bulking up, photo editor “EclipseDeo” took the gamer’s workout into an entirely different direction. While the picture shows Tfue bending into a squat for leg day, Eclipse shrunk his legs and inflated his arm size, making it seem like the star has been slacking in his lower body workouts. #4 – Stacked Tfue https://twitter.com/CodsDesigns/status/1226590332177047553?s=20 Some fans are getting seriously creative with these edits, and we have to applaud photoshop master FaZe Cuds for taking Tfue’s deadlift to the next level — literally. Rather than just one deadlifting Tfue, Zane edited several Tfues on top of one another, essentially creating an odd nesting doll version of the streamer that has since garnered a whopping 6.9k likes. #3 – Geodude Tfue Tfue’s first gym pic kicked off an avalanche of hilarious photoshops, but none takes the cake as much as this neckless version of the gaming star. Although FaZe Cud’s creation pens him as the Pokemon Geodude, we have to say he resembles Hitmonlee a bit more — but there’s no denying that his “lifting face” makes for a good laugh. #2 – More neckless Tfue might want to work on your posture pic.twitter.com/kbW4dNkvQe — FaZe Cuds (@CodsDesigns) February 13, 2020 We’ve seen neckless Tfue before, but FaZe Cuds struck again with another hilarious edit of Tfue’s gym routine, along with some solid advice: “Might want to work on your posture.” Tfue must have found this edit funny, as well, since he retweeted the picture, although we can’t say if he’ll take Cuds’ humorous tip into consideration. #1 – MMA Tfue Tfue’s later gym photos show him in a deep squat, which became the perfect stance for a master of memes to edit him inside an MMA octagon. The image’s humor aside, we have to wonder — how would Tfue fare in the UFC? With so many edits of the streamer floating around the internet, our top 10 list highlights just a few of the best Tfue workout photoshops. Did we miss any other hilarious memes? Which photoshop edit is your favorite?

Too Hot To Handle’s Harry Jowsey explains how his dating habits have changed since split Harry Jowsey of Too Hot To Handle is newly single and speaking out about how his current dating habits have changed. The beloved blue-eyed Aussie, Harry Jowsey, of Too Hot To Handle Season 1, has opened up about how his dating habits have changed since his breakup with THTH Season 3 alum, Georgia Hassarati. Jowsey and Hassarati began dating after Hassarati won Season 1 of Perfect Match with her then boyfriend, Dom Gabriel. Speculation of Jowsey and Hassarati’s relationship began in June 2022. The pair, however, broke up several times over their course, with the last split being the ultimate end. Now that he is months into being single, Jowsey has recently explained to Alex Cooper, host of the Call Her Daddy podcast, what he’s looking for in his next relationship. Jowsey said he wants “kids, marriage, and a nice house” On the Call Her Daddy podcast, Jowsey opened up about some very personal details regarding what it has been like since his split with Hassarati. He also noted that instead of dating around like a ‘naughty little possum,’ that he hopes to find, “kids, marriage, and a nice house,” as he is still healing from being cheated on by his previous girlfriend, Hassarati, whom he intended to marry at one point. Though he’s a party boy by nature and hasn’t grown out of his OnlyFans phase, Jowsey is refusing to be heartbroken on the relationship front and is taking full control of his dating life saying, “I don’t wanna do this anymore. I just wanna focus on myself.” Jowsey continued, “Everyone stay away from me, unless you’re the wife — unless you’re the one.” He then went on to say to Cooper on CHD, “I’ve learned enough lessons.” These comments come after he dated and ended both relationships with THTH alums Hassarati and Francesca Farago. Jowsey also opened up to E! News about how his previous relationships have made him aware of his mental health that he has since prioritized, saying, “Yeah, officially staying single. I’m just, I’m not having much luck. And I started therapy after this last breakup” Jowsey continued, “I think that I just need to focus on myself a little bit because these last breakups have possibly been the hardest thing I’ve ever been through. It just hasn’t hasn’t been good for me mentally and emotionally.” Though Jowsey is taking his relationship status more seriously these days, fans can find him on various podcasts as well as his TikTok page where he playfully interacts with his 4.9 million followers and popular social media personalities.

Top 10 best Erica Fett cosplays: Game of Thrones, Star Wars, Marvel, and more Erica Fett, InstagramWhile Erica Fett is known for her modeling work and popular Twitch stream, she is most notable for her impressive cosplays – as well as her more ‘risque’ takes on characters from video games and anime. Fett has created a wide portfolio of costumes, which include characters from such franchises as Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and Marvel Comics, even taking some inspiration from well-known horror films and action flicks. While we’ve compiled a list of a few of Fett’s best cosplays below, you can find more of her work through her Twitter, Instagram, and Patreon accounts. Which cosplay is your favorite? #10 – Harley Quinn Although she’s missing her puddin’, Fett’s rendition of DC’s Harley Quinn brings a fresh take on the classic character, giving her a set of short, curled pigtails coupled with a unique depiction of her iconic facemask. #9 – Boba Fett With a name like Fett, it comes as no surprise that she brings a fresh, sexy vibe with her feminine take on Star Wars’ main bounty hunter – complete with a killer set of accessories, to boot. #8 – Wonder Woman Thanks to Fett’s unique look and brunette locks, her interpretation of Wonder Woman’s classic design from the 70’s incites a retro vibe and feelgood nostalgia. Don’t cross her, though – the Whip of Truth isn’t hanging on her hip just for show! #7 – Freddy Krueger Fett’s feminine interpretation of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’s’ Freddy Krueger will haunt your dreams – but not in a bad way. #6 – April O’Neil Fett is no snub to cartoons, either, as evidenced by her accurate portrayal of the ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle’s’ April O’Neil. Although, we can’t help but notice the disturbing lack of pizza in her photo of the costume. #5 – The Punisher Marvel’s ‘The Punisher’ is here to dole out justice in style, thanks to Fett’s striking take on a more feminine look for the character. #4 – Catwoman Hide your valuables – Fett’s stunning cosplay of DC’s Catwoman might be just enough to distract you while she runs off with your most expensive heirlooms. #3 – Melisandre, Game of Thrones The Red Woman is as beautiful as she is dangerous, and Fett’s striking cosplay of the character truly brings her powers to life – just ahead of the show’s final season. #2 – Captain America With Marvel’s ‘Avengers: Endgame’ looming on the horizon, Fett’s Captain America cosplay couldn’t be more timely, appearing to combine the character’s classic WWII-era and modern designs in one go. #1 – Vampirella Vampirella is a classic character hailing from the late 1960’s, and was one of the very first to kick off the cosplaying craze. Fett’s stunningly accurate take on the character hails back to Vampirella’s glory days, when publishers would hire models to cosplay the vampy seductress on the covers of comics and magazines for promotional material. Erica Fett’s work is second to none, and shows a deep appreciation for classic characters from comic book history – as well as a stunningly creative side, thanks to her unique ‘femme fatale’ interpretations.

Tony Lopez under fire for ignoring harassment claims amid Twitter return Instagram: Tony LopezAfter several TikToks documenting alleged sexual harassment of minors by influencer Tony Lopez went viral, people looked for Lopez to address the rumours. He’s back posting on social media without mentioning the allegations, and many people are angry. Over the past few weeks, several girls as young as 15 have emerged to allege that TikTok star Tony Lopez had messaged them inappropriately via a private snapchat. In messages to one girl he said: “your face is kissable” and called her “baby.” https://twitter.com/kopcillaa/status/1292206219407396869?ref_src=twsrctfwtwcamptweetembedtwterm1292206219407396869twgr&ref_url=httpswww.dexerto.comentertainmenttiktok-star-tony-lopez-accused-of-inappropriate-messages-sent-to-minors-1405556 While some defended Lopez, many called for the authorities to be brought in due to the sheer volume of accusations that were being made, and the amount of evidence involving screenshots and recordings that was mounting. Stop it he is human I hope he did not do it but if he did stop mistakes happen — Wynter (@Wynter47488787) July 15, 2020 wow. okay at this point the authorities need to be involved, i understand the police may victim-blame, especially against an influencer with so much money and such a big platform, but there are too many girls at this point for this not to be dealt with by the authorities — ? (@ncim455) August 13, 2020 On August 9, Lopez tweeted: “I’ve got a lot to talk about,” which many took as a sign that he has acknowledged the allegations and was planning on speaking out about them. Following this tweet and a message to his fans saying “I love you guys, stay happy,” he went silent on Twitter. That is until August 14 when he began tweeting again, though it wasn’t the explanation that people were anticipating. Instead of addressing the allegations, he posted tweets about his general life, including comments such as: “Why am I awake I need to sleep,” and “I ate too much food today.” The response in the replies to his tweet was mixed. Fans still insisted that he should “not care about the haters” and that they “missed [him] so much.” Others told him to “address it and apologize” for “go[ing] after 15-year-old girls.” TONYYYY!!!!! Weve missed you so much! If you’re reading this, just know the copters love you with everything we have. I understand you took a little break which is understandable, but I just wanted you to know that. I know social media is so toxic and overwhelming, but we love u — Hetti Jones (@Hetti_Jones) August 14, 2020 It’s currently unclear whether or not Lopez and his team are handling this behind the scenes, but tension is mounting as a direct explanation from the TikTok influencer becomes increasingly less likely.

Too Hot To Handle: How many couples are still together? Instagram: @emilyfayemiller, @kaylarichartWith Netflix wrapping up its sixth season of Too Hot To Handle in August 2024, the real question is if any of the on-screen couples are still together. All of Too Hot To Handle‘s seasons so far have given us endless drama, tension, and romance — but as of September 2024, only three couples made it off of the show. All Too Hot To Handle couples that are still together Emily Miller and Cam Holmes Not only are Emily Miller and Cam Holmes still together following their time on Too Hot To Handle, but they are now proud parents, after welcoming their son Reggie in June 2024, two years after they suffered child loss. Back in 2022, they temporarily parted ways due to cheating rumors. Specifically, it was alleged that Cam had cheated on Emily. However, the two have clearly worked through that obstacle and are now exploring parenthood as the show’s first-ever couple to have a baby. Kayla Richart and Seb Melrose From season four, the only couple who are still together are Kayla Richart and Seb Melrose. However, they did endure a similar rocky start to their relationship as Emily and Cam did. After a brief split, citing long-distance issues, the couple is back together and constantly shares photos of each other on social media. Katherine LaPrell and Charlie Jeer Katherine and Charlie both appeared in season six where they ended up coming in second place. While the pair kissed in the first episode, they both decided to pursue romantic connections with other people. But Katherine later realized that her dynamic with Louis was purely a physical one, so she and Charlie started getting closer again. Now, following the end of season six, Katherine and Charlie are still together, with him sharing that he felt like he loved her while on the show. However, he claimed he wanted to give their relationship “a chance on the outside”. Even though most of the couples from the series are no longer together, that doesn’t mean that some of the singles haven’t since found love outside of reality TV. The best example of this turnaround is Season 1’s Francesca Farago. After her on-screen relationship with Harry Joswey fell through, she ended up dating Jesse Sullivan. The couple are now happily engaged and they are even expecting twins. Couples not together Brittan Byrd and James Pendergrass The two left the show as a couple, but it seems they have since gone their separate ways. Many fans speculate that they faked their relationship and subsequent pairing on the show. This theory stems from reports of Brittan having an alleged boyfriend during filming and James’s intense drive to win the prize money. To appear genuine, they paired up on the show, but they broke up soon after it ended. Jawahir Khalifa and Nick Kici Jawahir and Nick won the $89,000 cash prize at the end of the show and remained a couple for several months before eventually splitting up. They confirmed that they stayed together right after the show, spending several months living in London and traveling as a couple in Bali. However, Jawahir revealed in a December 2022 clip posted on the Too Hot to Handle Instagram: “I’m single and I’m so not ready to mingle.” Beaux Raymond and Harry Johnson Beaux and Harry are not together anymore. During the reunion, host Chloe Veitch asked them whether they’re still together, and Beaux straightforwardly replied: “No, we’re not.” She added: “When we got home, it was going from being with each other every single day and then nothing at all, which was really hard. We stay in contact, always have been in contact, and we’re really close too, which is nice!” Holly Scarfone and Nathan Soan Mngomezulu During the reunion show, Holly shared that she had traveled to England to meet Nathan’s family. However, they ultimately decided to “put a pin in things.” She said: “I met his whole family and I met his grandparents and we went to the countryside and London and we hung out with Olga. We had an incredible time, but at the same time, I just got my degree. I literally just graduated. We had a very open conversation. We talked about it for a long time and we just decided to put a pin in things.” Brianna Giscombe and Obi Nnadi Brianna and Obi began dating shortly after she joined the villa, but they are no longer together. Although they both live in Los Angeles, their relationship dwindled after the end of Too Hot To Handle Season 3. Tabitha Clifft and Chase DeMoor The pair are no longer together, citing distance as the main reason — Tabitha resides in the UK, while Chase is based in the USA. It’s not clear when the two split up. But, despite the separation, they remain in contact. Melinda Melrose and Marvin Anthony During the July 2021 reunion, the pair confirmed their breakup, which occurred after a disagreement led to the cancellation of their planned trip to Mexico. Melinda also voiced concerns about sustaining their relationship in a world drastically altered by COVID-19, given that she is based in Brooklyn, New York, while Marvin lives in Paris, France. Carly Lawrence and Joey Joy Carly and Joey broke up shortly after filming wrapped up. They later reconciled, moved to Los Angeles, and then split again. In May 2022, Carly married Bennett Sipes from Love Island USA in an intimate ceremony in Los Angeles. Carly and Bennett started dating in December 2021, shortly after her breakup with Joey. Larissa Trownson and Nathan Webb The two ended their relationship before filming wrapped, with Larissa leaving the season early. During the reunion, Nathan attempted to flirt with her, but she revealed that she had already moved on. Christina Carmela and Robert Van Tromp Christina and Robert developed a strong connection and stayed together after the show. Unfortunately, they parted ways in September 2021. Robert explained: “It’s been a mutual decision in terms of parting ways because we both have the same frustrations when it comes to the process […] I feel like in this moment it’s gotten very challenging, and it has pushed us further apart.” He added: “The relationship felt loving in the beginning but now it’s got uncomfortable.” Francesca Farago and Harry Jowsey After the show, the pair had an on-and-off relationship but ultimately ended things for good in May 2021. Francesca then began dating Demi Sims from The Only Way Is Essex and made a cameo appearance on Love Is Blind: Life After the Altar as Damian Power’s date. Rhonda Paul and Sharron Townsend Rhonda and Sharron connected well in season 1, but unfortunately, distance posed a challenge for maintaining their relationship outside of the show. Rhonda revealed in April 2020 that they hadn’t “even had the time to meet [in person] since the show.” Despite this, they have continued to be “the best of friends.” Lydia Clyma and David Birtwistle David Birtwistle and late arrival Lydia Clyma’s romance didn’t last, as they stopped dating shortly after the show. However, there’s no bad blood between them, and they remain friends. David has expressed: “Lydia and I have got such a beautiful relationship. She holds a special place in my heart.” Nicole O’Brien and Bryce Hirschberg Nicole and Bryce didn’t start their relationship until after the show. They went public with it in April 2020, but distance soon became an issue, leading to their breakup just a month later. “After the many failed attempts to reunite due to quarantine and border restrictions, we decided that moving on and remaining friends would be our best option for the time being,” Bryce shared in a 2020 interview.

Tony Lopez texts allegedly sent to 13-year-old go viral on TikTok Instagram: lopez_tonyDisgraced TikTok star Tony Lopez is once again making rounds on social media for the wrong reasons, as a video has gone viral TikTok claiming to show inappropriate messages allegedly sent by Lopez to a thirteen-year-old girl. This is the fourth accusation against Tony Lopez to go viral in the last few months, with several victims claiming he groomed them and sent them inappropriate messages on Instagram and via his private Snapchat account. The latest accusation takes the form of a screen recording uploaded to TikTok. It is entitled “TONY LOPEZ MUST BE STOPPED”, and includes hashtags like #tonylopezlikeskids and #tonylopezcancelled. Some have immediately called into the question the veracity of the messages and screen recording, but it hasn’t stopped the video going wildly viral on the video-sharing app. The alleged exchange starts with Lopez asking about the victim’s age and gender before calling her “attractive” and encouraging her to send suggestive “pics” in exchange for him following her on his Instagram account. The video also claims to show Lopez asking the girl if she is recording the exchange, saying that his “rep will be done” if people find out that he was communicating with her. Although the video has already gotten 243K views and 49K likes in the day it’s been uploaded, many people are questioning its validity. As well as the account being brand new and having no identifying information, Twitter reporter DefNoodles points out that [a]t first glance, the DMs appear to have slight differences to how Instagram DMs actually appear”. *NOTE: Some are questioning authenticity of DMs. At first glance, the DMs appear to have slight differences to how Instagram DMs actually appear. Also, account that posted this on TikTok is brand new. — Def Noodles (@defnoodles) October 17, 2020 People are saying it’s fake but what’s funny is he has been known to have other alleged accounts so I mean it wouldn’t surprise me one bit — janken (@jankenxx) October 17, 2020 However, some people are still supporting the validity of the accusation despite these doubts, with one Twitter user noting that Lopez “has been known to have other alleged accounts”. Lopez is yet to comment publicly on these latest allegations. What are the Tony Lopez accusations? Since July, various young people have spoken out about how Lopez allegedly groomed them and sent them inappropriate messages despite knowing that they were underage. The first accusations were uploaded by TikTok user Griffin Brooks, and they appear to show a screen recording of Lopez sending explicit messages to a fifteen-year-old girl on Snapchat. for anyone watching, Tony Lopez hid my tweet exposing him for sexually harassing a minor bc he knows he’s guilty pic.twitter.com/RGa8FpVxRV — 🃏 (@ncim455) July 14, 2020 Controversially, a Twitter user who posted the TikTok in reply to one of Lopez’s Tweet accused him of hiding their Tweet with the allegation “because he knows he’s guilty”. This led to two more victims, between the ages of fifteen and sixteen, coming forward with accusations of their own in August. While Lopez sent similarly-inappropriate messages to the fifteen-year-old – at one point telling her “your face is kissable” – the sixteen-year-old victim in a now-deleted TikTok accused Lopez of blocking her on Snapchat after she refused to send him intimate photos. Lopez later uploaded an apology for these accusations, but he was quickly slammed for being too ‘vague’. Then, in September, another TikTok user accused Lopez of sending her inappropriate messages when she was fifteen, with a screen recording suggesting that Lopez said things like “come here you’re so fine. With the pressure mounting for Lopez to face justice for these accusations, we will keep you updated if any more news comes to light.

Tony Lopez & SJ Bleau confirm they’re dating after flirty TikToks Instagram: Sarah-Jade BleauBreakout TikTok dancer Sarah-Jade Bleau and Tony Lopez appeared to have confirmed that they are dating after posting a video of them kissing. Sarah-Jade Bleau is a TikTok dancer associated with members of the Hype House, Triller Compound, and Sway House although appears not to belong to one collective in particular. Sarah has almost 6 million followers and gained 3 million since September. TikToker Tony Lopez is also a dancer and member of the Hype House alongside his brother Ondreaz. Over the last few months, Tony Lopez has been accused multiple times of grooming underage fans on Snapchat and the incidents were even referenced in Larray’s diss track ‘Canceled.’ The accusations continue to brew under the surface, but Tony is evidently still pursuing romance. He and Sarah-Jade were rumored to be dating in the last couple of months after frequently appearing in each other’s TikTok videos. On Sunday, November 29 it looks as though the rumors have now been confirmed after Sarah-Jade posted a video taking part in the trend where creators attempt to jump backward and get caught in another person’s arms, but instead Sarah-Jade surprised Tony with a kiss in time to the song. While it seems pretty clear that the two are now an item, the caption read “Don’t worry I still got him in the friend zone,” and Sarah commented underneath “besties.” Sarah-Jade also posted a picture of her and Tony cuddling up together with the caption “couple of besties.” View this post on Instagram ‘Besties’ has become a term used by TikTok couples weeks or even days before they make their relationship official. Dixie D’Amelio and Noah Beck confused fans by claiming to be ‘besties’ before they confirmed their relationship. Taylor Holder and Charly Jordan did the same by posting a TikTok referencing just how much they’re ‘best friends.’ Bryce Hall and Addison Rae continue to refer to each other as ‘besties.’ As the trend continues, it’s only a matter of time before Tony and Sarah-Jade become boyfriend and girlfriend officially.

Tony Lopez slammed after apology for messages sent to minors Instagram: Tony LopezAfter accusations emerged that 21-year-old TikTok star Tony Lopez had sent inappropriate messages to girls as young as 15 via a private Snapchat account, he has issued an apology that is suggested to address those claims, though people are slamming it for being too “vague.” In August, several teenage victims came forward via social media with screenshots and recordings that appeared to show Hype House member Tony Lopez sending inappropriate messages. To one 15-year-old he allegedly said “your face is kissable” and to another girl sent extremely explicit messages. On August 9, Tony tweeted “I’ve got a lot to talk about” which many took as a sign that an apology was to come. The 21-year-old went quiet on Twitter for several days throughout the height of the internet storm, with many anticipating his return. When he returned to Twitter, he didn’t come back with the apology that people were expecting. He posted about his daily life with tweets such as “I ate too much food today.” People demanded that he “address” the allegations and apologize. That apology finally came on August 22 when Tony took to Twitter with a note-section-screenshot paragraph about “recent accusations.” He said “I am not proud of my past choices” and that “I’m truly disappointed in myself for them.” https://twitter.com/lopez__tony/status/1297348590767968257 Lopez consistently refers to the alleged harassment as “these actions,” but does not refer to the nature of the accusations themselves. He blames being “new to the entertainment/ LA scene” and that “you can’t believe everything you’re told.” Tony insists he will “learn” from his mistakes and make “better, well-informed decisions.” People were unsatisfied with the delayed apology, citing it as being “vague” and failing to address the claims head-on. Many felt the format of the “notes app apology” was inherently insincere. tw // tony lopez okay first of all what “actions” r u learning from like apologize for what you’ve done don’t be so vague dumb fuck. second of all whys everyone accepting his apology literal dots luv https://t.co/cFYc12m2DM — a (@chqrryglows) August 23, 2020 oh, so tony lopez apologizes for being a predator and grooming a 15 year old with a fucking notes app apology, AND YALL FORGIVE HIM?? — minês¹ᴰ (@unodostresmines) August 23, 2020 It’s yet unclear whether Tony Lopez will make a more direct address of the specific allegations in the future or respond to the raft of criticism that has been sent his way.

Tony Lopez hits out at people breaking into the old Hype House Lopez_Tony, InstagramTikTok star Tony Lopez has spoken out against a group of TikTokkers who have been showing up and even allegedly breaking into the Los Angeles Hype House without permission. Tony Lopez makes up one of half of the Lopez Brothers, who have each built a massive following on TikTok, and is also a member of the popular Hype House collective. However, following the Hype House’s recent move into FaZe Clan’s former Clout House, a video surfaced of fans breaking into their former home, which stirred up a lot of controversy. https://www.instagram.com/p/CBV8IHTg88s/ The trespassers, who were posting to the page ‘Mariaulaciaaa,’ even filmed themselves dancing, in some of the TikTok stars’ old clothes that they had left behind, while wandering around the empty home. The videos quickly went viral, albeit for the wrong reasons, and resulted in the girls receiving a lot of backlash from other fans of the Hype House. While Tony Lopez did not comment on the initial incident that took place, he later posted on June 14, claiming that it was not the first time or last time that fans were showing up unexpectedly. The Hype House star explained that it was still going even after Chase Hudson had called it out, and pleaded with fans to respect the group’s privacy. To some fans and people who keep showing up to the hype house. Can you please stop and respect the little bit of privacy we have. Thank you. — Tony Lopez (@lopez__tony) June 14, 2020 “To some fans and people who keep showing up to the hype house. Can you please stop and respect the little bit of privacy we have?” he asked. Hype House co-founder Chase Hudson was one of the first members to speak up about the break-in and explained to his fans that their behavior was “beyond weird.” so today I woke up, checked tiktok, and saw that a few girls along with their MOTHER broke into our old house, and also took MY clothes. this is beyond fucking weird, how do people think this shit is okay? — Huddy (@xhuddy) June 12, 2020 There have been other content creators that have had similar problems with people showing up their home, including YouTube star David Dobrik, who demanded his fans to stop stalking his home back in December.

Tony Lopez involved in car accident minutes after tweeting he was drunk Tony LopezTony Lopez has been involved in a car accident minutes after tweeting he was drunk, and interestingly enough, he pointed the finger at the other driver, who he claimed was also drunk.[jwplayer ZXB9LNVP] Tony Lopez has been involved in a fair share of controversy in recent times. He’s been accused of texting and grooming underage girls, which he vaguely addressed. There were even rumors floating around that he died in a fatal car crash, which ended up being fake news. However, if his latest series of tweets are anything to go by, it seems like he’s been involved in a car crash for real this time. To make matters worse, it happened minutes after he tweeted he was drunk. “I’m drunk not even gonna lie,” he wrote. It followed a series of odd tweets and even an emote that more or less confirm his statement. However, he tweeted again minutes later, claiming he had been involved in an accident and the other driver was to blame. He also heeded a warning, telling others to not drink and drive, despite seemingly doing it himself. “A drunk driver crashed into me in vegas,” he said. “DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE!” A drunk driver crashed into me in vegas DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE! — Tony Lopez (@lopez__tony) November 7, 2020 Many fans and followers expressed their concern for his safety. However, others were quick to point out that he claimed he was drunk minutes earlier. This sparked a debate, with some bringing up his past misdemeanors. Funnily enough, he posted another tweet an hour later and completely changed the topic. “What if I made music?” he said. There has been no additional evidence on what actually happened, or who was to blame. Still, it’s not a good look, especially considering he bragged about being drunk minutes before it happened. Either way, the incident has made Tony Lopez a talking point once again. In the end, no matter how people feel about him and his past accusations, many were relieved to know he was safe and unharmed. In spite of all the controversy and drama, Tony Lopez still has a little under 23 million followers and a billion likes on TikTok.

Tony Lopez’s girlfriend flees from paparazzi after being grilled about his situation Instagram: @lopez_tonySarah-Jade Bleau ran away from paparazzi when they asked about her boyfriend, Tony Lopez, and his situation, which involves allegations of grooming underage girls. Tony Lopez has been under fire in recent months following allegations that he had been soliciting and grooming underage girls. He has denied it since day one. However, more evidence has popped up since then, and he has since been sued. But despite all that, he still maintains his innocence. In January 2021, he said he “wasn’t proud of [his] past choices” and “disappointed in [himself]” for making them. But once he found out “the truth,” he “immediately stopped.” Then, he described the accusations as “lies” in a TikTok video. It’s a serious situation, and if he’s found guilty in a court of law, the repercussions will be huge. However, it’s raised more questions than answers so far. Even the paparazzi have been fishing around for a response. On January 31st, the paparazzi approached Tony’s girlfriend, Sarah-Jade Bleau, who he has also been accused of cheating on. But instead of answering their questions, she ran away. “Hey, what’s up? How’s it going? You guys doing alright tonight?” said a member of the paparazzi. Just when they started responding, a man in a brown t-shirt grabbed Sarah’s hand and quickly escorted her up a flight of stairs and into a nearby building. However, the paparazzi followed. “Hey Sarah, so what’s going on with the Tony Lopez situation? How do you feel about his whole situation?” Is everything okay with you and Tony? And what about Ondreaz? Why are you running?” “What’s going on with the Lopez brothers?” they added. The chase ended quicker than it started, and the paparazzi weren’t able to get the response they hoped. But although it would have been interesting to hear what she had to say, it’s hard to blame her for running. After all, she was only trying to enjoy a casual dinner with her friends. Read More: Harry Jowsey wants to fight Tony Lopez – Still, some fans feel like she knows exactly the kind of person she’s dating and feel like she should be held accountable. Either way, it will be interesting to see how the situation develops and whether he’s found guilty.

Tony Lopez hits back at grooming accusations after viral TikToks Instagram: Tony LopezTony Lopez has hit out at creators who he says have spread grooming allegations against him for “likes and views,” following accusations that he deleted a viral TikToker’s comment regarding the issue. The accusations against 21-year-old TikTok star Tony Lopez first emerged in August 2020, when several viral TikToks revealed messages allegedly sent by the star to underage girls, asking them for photographs. Later that month he released an apology on Twitter in which he claimed he’s “not proud of his past choices” and said he would “hold myself responsible for this mistake,” though did not make any specific reference to the nature of the allegations, leaving many angry. In the months following, several new videos containing supposed evidence against Tony Lopez have gone viral. One video that garnered around 250K views and 50K likes appeared to show inappropriate DMs between a minor and the young star. However, the validity of these DMs, and others like it, have been called into question. Tony Lopez has now hit out at this influx of viral content surrounding the allegations against him, after people claimed he’d deleted viral TikToker AngryReactions’ comment regarding the issue. AngryReactions uploaded a video of him dancing in front of one of Tony’s comment sections, pointing to a comment he’d posted that read “you tried to have sex with multiple underage girls. You’re sick.” Shortly after, Tony’s comments were flooded with people claiming that he’d deleted AngryReactions’ comment. The video to which that comment section was attached has since been deleted. Before its deletion, Tony posted several comments that addressed AngryReactions claims. “I did not delete AngryReactions’ comment,” he began, “he has done this twice now and deletes his own comment then makes a video as if I did for likes.” https://www.instagram.com/p/CGoXAy-HUdu/ He goes on to hit out at “creators” for “using my situation for likes and views,” also saying that “no one knows the full story, and I have yet to speak about everything properly from my side of this whole thing, yet people speak on it as if they do.” He ends with a plea for people to “stop using this whole situation for likes. It’s not a joke. Never was a joke.” Tony Lopez is a TikTok star with over 22 million followers on the video-sharing app. He is yet to specifically address individual allegations that have been made against him.

Tony Hawk’s “life-changing” Pro Skater series is getting a documentary ActivisionTony Hawk’s unmistakable Pro Skater franchise is set to receive an official documentary 20 years after the beloved series burst onto the scene. Tony Haw’s Pro Skater first launched on the PlayStation in 1999 and through a number of sequels and various iterations, the series has left an indelible mark on the gaming industry and skating culture as a whole. Honoring the legacy of the franchise, a former producer took it upon himself to craft an official documentary reflecting on the hallmark video games. https://www.instagram.com/p/B8tvo7JJ3iE Set to premiere on February 29 at the Mammoth Film Festival in California, both Tony Hawk and fellow skateboarding legend Rodney Mullen will be in attendance to watch the very first screening of the documentary. Titled ‘Pretending I’m a Superman,’ the documentary takes its name from lyrics in Goldfinger’s ‘Superman’ track that featured in the first release. Having been in the works since 2017, the crowd-funded feature-length release goes in-depth with a number of key developers from the now-defunct Neversoft studio as well as various skating legends, including the man himself, Tony Hawk. Promoting the premiere throughout a February 20 interview with Good Day LA, the 51-year-old skater outlined how the gaming franchise truly “changed [his] life.” “That game is a big reason why I’m still here, why people still know who I am,” he expressed. Not only did the series help popularize skating culture around the world, but it was also one of the most lucrative endeavors for the iconic athlete at the time. “When the fourth game was released,” his contact at Activision “handed [him] a cheque for four million dollars,” he recounted during a 2018 episode of ‘The Nine Club With Chris Roberts.’ Tickets are still available to attend the premiere if you’re in the area and want the chance to see a unique behind the scenes look at what went into making the franchise. Attendees can also expect a live performance from ‘The Downhill Jam,’ a cover band that specializes in the Pro Skater soundtracks.

Tony Lopez finally responds to grooming allegations: “Lies, Lies, Lies” Instagram, @lopez_tonyWeeks after being sued for allegedly soliciting minors, TikTok star Tony Lopez has finally delivered a series of denying responses to the grooming allegations on TikTok. Back in August 2020, a 21-year-old Tony Lopez was accused of explicitly messaging an underage girl in a video that went viral. This incident sparked massive backlash across the social media influencer’s web presence and led to a formal apology from the TikTokker within weeks. But the situation did not end there, as a January report indicated that Lopez was being sued by two minors for “sexual battery and emotional distress.” One of the allegations also specified that Lopez, knowing the girl was underage, decided to meet in person and “engaged in unlawful sexual acts.” Later, the accused influencer let TMZ know that the allegations were fabricated. While the results of this lawsuit have yet to be reached, Lopez has now, months later, doubled down on earlier assertions that he is innocent. While Lopez originally responded on August 22, 2020 solely by apologizing for poor decisions and promising to hold himself accountable, his comments on the lawsuit shifted in a different direction. In a TMZ report, the TikTok star clarified that the “allegations are not at all true” and that, regarding the lawsuit, he would “fight it to the very end.” It remains unknown when the “end” of that legal dispute may be, but Lopez is most certainly ‘fighting’ back — as he has now come under extreme backlash for a pointed, albeit brief new TikTok. https://twitter.com/defnoodles/status/1355287779903631366 As Def Noodles indicates, the video’s caption was “the truth always comes out” and, as seen in the video, his resounding response is concise (and repetitive): “Lies, Lies, Lies.” Although this isn’t necessarily a response to the accusations, it feels almost impossible that it is not. Adding further reason for that sentiment, the video’s timing is relevant as it was posted later on the same day that Harry Jowsey posted a TikTok joking about Lopez being his “prisoner pen pal.” https://www.instagram.com/p/CKpSh2XnUan/ A viewer referenced this video in the comments, to which Lopez replied with a blunt “Who?” Of course, Jowsey took the influencer to task by clapping back himself: “Wouldn’t expect him to know who I am, I’m over the age of 16.” While the social media barbs may be entertaining for fans of influencer drama, Lopez’s response appears not to satisfy anyone. At his point, it seems that critics will only be comfortable with a response in court.

Tony Hawk tries to coach NICKMERCS in Pro Skater with hilarious results Instagram, @tonyhawk / Instagram, @nickmercs[jwplayer 91I9RIGm] The original two Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater games have been completely revamped in a recent THPS 1 + 2 release, setting the stage for a hilarious stream between game’s namesake himself, Tony Hawk, and star Twitch streamer Nick ‘NICKMERCS’ Kolcheff. NICKMERCS has been good at video games for a long time, as most recently evidenced by him winning the Toronto Ultra $100K Warzone Tournament. But there’s a reason he doesn’t have an iconic skating game named after him and Tony Hawk proved why, as the legendary skater put the superstar stream through the wringer when the two played THPS on stream. Ever the gracious competitor, Hawk made sure to help his opponent before drubbing him in head-to-head competition. He showed NICKMERCS how best to pull off in-game maneuvers by showing him his controller virtually. “I’m keeping it real here, THPS was all D-Pad, so that’s where I do it.” As Hawk demonstrated, sometimes the best way to pull off moves is to get old-school and ignore the analog stick. Unfortunately, that wasn’t enough to save NICKMERCS from surviving their matchup. Even after all efforts from the legendary skater to help teach the ways of THPS mastery, NICKMERCS was unable to pull off the relatively standard Nose Stall. This led to a classic moment, as he stared down the camera in disbelief that he choked the landing and lost the match. While he may not be the best Pro Skater player, Nick is known for his on-stream creativity, especially when it comes to branded partnerships, so it should be no surprise that he found a way to sneak the topic milk into their match since the broadcast was sponsored by Got Milk? The two engaged in a game of M.I.L.K., a play-on of the classic S.K.A.T.E. mini-game in which each player has to match a trick done by the other or they get a letter. That itself is the skating version of the original H.O.R.S.E match from basketball. He struggled to pull moves off with two hands, but ever-confident NICKMERCS tried it with one, as he challenged Hawk to pull off a move with one hand while drinking a glass of milk with the other. You can probably guess how their match ended, but at least Nick got the greatest skater of all time to sweat a little. Read More: NICKMERCS reveals “strongest” M4 loadout – You can check out the pair’s hilarious gaming session in the full VoD of the stream below. The explosive trajectory of gaming has made it so that streamers like NICKMERCS are able to play games with names like Tony Hawk and many other iconic figures of their respective industries. Here’s hoping that these two link up to play Pro Skater again someday, perhaps with the streamer having improved enough where he can actually give Hawk a challenge this time.

Tony Hawk tells Andrew Schulz how close he came to losing millions YouTube: Flagrant 2Tony Hawk revealed to Andrew Schulz on the Flagrant 2 podcast that Activision tried to buy out his royalties for the Pro Skater series, meaning he would have lost millions on sequels to the popular game. Since the release of Tony Hawk Pro Skater in September 1999, the hit series has sold over 1.9 billion copies across the world. The game spanned four entire generations of video game consoles, even though the popularity of the game trickled off after Neversoft merged with Infinity Ward in 2014. On a November 2 episode of Flagrant 2 with Andrew Schulz, Tony Hawk revealed a few interesting stories – including how he almost lost millions of dollars after Activision offered to buy him out of his contract. Tony Hawk on Flagrant 2 Podcast Starting off the conversation, Schulz asked the skateboarding legend: “I was reading some statistic where they thought it was going to sell a quarter million games, and it sold like five million?” Tony Hawk just so happened to have a story to tell regarding the initial release of his popular Pro Skater series, explaining a phone call that he received from Activision right before launch. “As the game neared release, they could sense the buzz of it. They called and offered me a buyout,” Hawk explained. “They had offered me a half a million dollars. I had just moved into a new house and I was starting to make good money as a pro skater, so I decided to take a chance on it. If I hadn’t bought that house right then, I probably would have taken it.” The professional skateboarder went on to mention that he’s excited he didn’t take the buyout offer, as it would have taken away royalties from every sequel to the game and millions of dollars out of his pocket. Tony Hawk mentioned later in the episode that he has had a ton of different opportunities be offered to him with the release of his video game series. It’s unknown how much different his life would be now had he said yes, but one thing’s for certain — his pockets would probably be a little bit lighter.

Tony Hawk tells Joe Rogan why he got hate for his Pro Skater games PowerfulJRE / ActivisionSkateboarding legend Tony Hawk revealed, to Joe Rogan, that his popular video game series initially caused him backlash from some of his fellow skaters. Tony Hawk is probably the most famous skateboarder of all time, best known for his skills on the vert ramp as well as his hit video games such as the Pro Skater and Underground series. However, despite the massive popularity of his early video games, they did not seem to go down well with everybody, and Tony revealed why he received backlash during his recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience. After Joe Rogan asked Hawk about how he manages negative feedback from fans, the popular skater revealed that he was used to criticism and added that even his first venture into creating video games resulted in many of his peers labeling him a “sellout.” “In the 90s, Xgames came into play and all of a sudden my name was well known, not mainstream but getting there, then our video game came out and it was like oh you’re just a sellout,” he explained. He continued on, claiming that the video games had given him such a boost in popularity that he received many more opportunities. “Because of the video game and the endorsements that followed from that, I was doing stuff for Jeep, McDonald’s, and Doritos, and they were just like you’re a sellout.” However, the star admitted that even without all of the fame from the video games he would still be taking commercials such as that if that chance arose. He added “when I turned pro at age 14 if McDonald’s had asked me to be in a commercial I would’ve jumped on it. Are you kidding me? I was eating McDonald’s my whole life, I still do.” Topic starts at 6:25 He later explained that his core beliefs had not changed much since he first started skating, and shared that it only seemed that way because he was receiving more opportunities than before. “It was more that they thought I changed my values, I haven’t changed my value system,” he admitted, “It’s just that I’m getting these opportunities finally and I’ve been doing this for most of my life.” Joe also chimed in and explained why he thought people were hating on his early success, “For the most part you’re getting opportunities that they’re not, so the best way to dismiss that or diminish it is to say that you’re a sellout, because you’re on a video game? It’s so shortsighted.” Official trailer for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 remaster: pic.twitter.com/etz5GegFKQ — DEXERTO.COM (@Dexerto) May 12, 2020 It was also announced recently that the first two titles in the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater series, which had a massive impact on his career, are soon to be remastered for nostalgic and new skate fans to enjoy. Tony finished by explaining that, while he does still receive negative feedback from fans on social media, he has become well used to the criticism over the years, particularly after the initial release of his games.

Tony Hawk faces backlash after launching new NFT project Tony HawkLegendary skateboarder Tony Hawk faced backlash on social media after he announced the launch of his own line of ‘Last Trick’ NFTs. Tony Hawk is a beloved figure in both the skateboarding and gaming respective communities. He’s helped develop skateboarding into one of the most iconic sports worldwide and has popularized skateboarding video games for over 20 years with a gaming franchise that dons his name. Although he is loved by many, he joined the growing list of celebrities who’ve drawn criticism online after he announced the launching of an NFT project that left many fans baffled. Tony Hawk faces backlash over NFTs Birdman’s NFT project, titled Last Trick, was actually announced on December 16, but only caught the attention of social media more recently. Since fans found out about the project, many were stunned that the skateboarder was jumping on the NFT bandwagon. One Twitter account, which takes requests for phrases to put in the iconic Tony Hawk video game font, roasted Tony by posting one which read: “F**k Tony Hawk For Doing NFTs.” several variations of this requested by several people pic.twitter.com/pxkjGBpaz3 — tony hawk logos (@tonyhawklogos) February 4, 2022 Another user was sad by the way they found out, “Finding out tony hawk is doing an nft from a tumblr meme might be one of the most disappointing experiences i’ve had in the last five years.” finding out tony hawk is doing an nft from a tumblr meme might be one of the most disappointing experiences i’ve had in the last five years — Dummy Vicc (@disaster_Nb) February 5, 2022 One user simply couldn’t believe the Tony Hawk NFT was real, “Is Tony Hawk really participating in this NFT nonsense??” Is Tony Hawk really participating in this NFT nonsense?? pic.twitter.com/P7IvgEjwC9 — ＴｅｃｈｎｏＭｅｔｅｏｒ 🌊 (@TechnoMeteor) February 5, 2022 Tony Hawk has yet to respond to the backlash at the time of writing.

Tony Hawk surprises Addison Rae with insane custom skateboard YouTube: Addison RaeTikTok star Addison Rae got the surprise of a lifetime after meeting up with none other than skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, who gifted her a special board that comes with a surprising benefit. It’s not every day that Addison Rae — a TikToker and internet personality with over 68 million followers — is starstruck. Considering that fact that she rubs elbows with the likes of Kourtney Kardashian on a near-daily basis, it must be hard to impress one of the social media sphere’s biggest celebrities — but it turns out, there is one name in particular that can leave her speechless. In a November 9 YouTube video, Rae was blindsided by an unexpected meeting with Tony Hawk, who taught her a few tips and tricks in an indoor skating park (and yes, she did recognize him instantly, contrary to what many viral internet experiences with the skater will have fans believe). However, that was far from the highlight of their skating session; Hawk even presented Addison Rae with a custom skateboard from Chipotle, which, of course, featured a humorous slogan that included her viral “bad bleep” meme. The skateboard in question acts as a kind of token in place of the franchise’s Celebrity Burrito Card, which is a gift card given to select celebrities that allows them to score one free burrito daily. How long this opportunity lasts is up in the air; some sources claim the free burritos are for life, while others state that celebs can only take advantage of the card for a year. Needless to say, it looks like Rae got more than free burritos — the star even received her own skateboard to commemorate the occasion, as well as a once-in-a-lifetime training session with Tony Hawk, who had his own compliments to give to the social media celebrity. Read More: Best of TikTok’s viral ‘Oh No’ trend – “I think it’s really cool that you’re introducing skateboarding to the new generation,” Hawk said of Rae’s efforts. “Especially girls, ‘cause it is the great equalizer. It’s all-inclusive. I feel like, if kids can just see how fun it is and what it can do for them, they’ll want to do it. I feel like you’re really promoting that well.” Although it’s hard to live up to Tony Hawk’s own skateboarding prowess, receiving such a compliment from one of the sport’s biggest names is nothing to sneeze at, and it looks like Rae will continue to carry the skating torch into her career as a major influencer.

Tommyinnit urges fans to stop ‘harassing’ stranger who roasted his Minecraft outfit YouTube: TommyinnitMinecraft star Tom ‘Tommyinnit’ Simons has called on fans to stop harassing a girl who appeared in his latest YouTube video, after sections of his fanbase doxxed her on TikTok. In the span of 12 months, Tommyinnit has gone from a relative unknown to one of the biggest content creators on YouTube. Since joining the Dream SMP with other content creators including Quackity, Tubbo, and GeorgeNotFound, his channel has exploded, as he now sits on over 10 million subscribers. On top of Minecraft, he branched out into IRL content, producing vlogs from water parks, rollercoasters, and even from a tank. And for his 10 million subscriber special, he roamed around English coastal town Bognor Regis, where he spoke to several people about the town. Topic starts at 6:45 In one part, he exchanged a war of words with a girl, who roasted him for wearing a Minecraft suit of armor in public. However, the situation has since gotten out of hand, as some fans allegedly tracked down the girl’s TikTok account and left abusive comments. As a result, Tommy took to his alt Twitter account to urge fans to stop harassing the girl. “Please don’t send out any harassment to people from the recent video,” he said. “Seen some pretty hateful messages towards people which isn’t on, so I’d appreciate you all just not doing that (ever). Thank you.” please don’t send out any harassment to people from the recent video. seen some pretty hateful messages towards people which isn’t on, so i’d appreciate you all just not doing that (ever). thank you. — tommyinnit (@tommyaltinnit) July 25, 2021 This is not the first time so-called ‘Minecraft stans’ have been criticized for their behavior towards people. Back in June, YouTuber Scott Smajor was forced to apologize after he ‘overshadowed racial justice’ by promoting a Minecraft charity event. Content creators like Hasan Piker and Jordan ‘CaptainSparklez’ Maron defended him. And Tommy himself has received backlash from fans over his association with content creators like JSchlat, prompting Charlie ‘MoistCr1TiKaL’ White to call out his followers as “toxic” and “unhealthy”. It remains to be seen if this situation will impact any future IRL content he has in the works.