Lights, camera, exploitation: the toxic reality of child YouTubers in 'Bad Influence'
- Piper Rockelle has addressed the Netflix docuseries 'Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kid Influencing' with mixed feelings, indicating her intent to share her own story soon.
- Piper Rockelle has expressed her intention to share her story regarding the Netflix docuseries 'Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kid Influencing,' emphasizing she wants to reclaim her narrative on social media after feeling overshadowed by rumors.
- The docuseries highlights the challenges faced by child influencers, particularly the lack of regulation around their earnings and working conditions.
- Allegations against Piper's mother, Tiffany Smith, include accusations of financial exploitation and inappropriate conduct towards minors.
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Hit new Netflix show racks up 9,800,000 views in five days to topple Adolescence
A new show on Netflix has shot up the rankings on the streaming platform (Picture: Netflix) A hit new show on Netflix has racked up a whopping 9.8million views in only five days, knocking Adolescence from the platform’s rankings. Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing shows a behind-the-scenes look at child stars who are claiming they were abused as they made viral videos. The three-part series takes place in Los Angeles and focuses on vid…
Netflix's 'Bad Influence' Isn’t Just About Kidfluencers — It’s About Every Parent Who’s Ever Hit 'Post'
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. A popular new Netflix documentary, Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing, is sparking fresh conversations among parents — and plenty of unease. The film takes a hard look at the world of child social media stars, pulling back the curtain on an industry that, while profitable, raises serious questions …
'Bad Influence' is just another vehicle for child fame - Washington Examiner
A group of young performers joined a YouTube channel in 2022 to market themselves as rising stars. The group, formerly known as “The Squad,” later filed a lawsuit against Tiffany Smith, the mother and manager of YouTube influencer Piper Rockelle, the group’s de facto leader. The suit included disturbing allegations. Smith was accused of sending her preteen daughter’s underwear to adult men and forcing the children to work grueling hours without …
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