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The Fall of Shane Dawson Has Made People Question His Content

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Recently, the now 'canceled' online celebrity has been on the receiving end of much criticism — this time, for the controversial nature of his 'conspiracy theory' videos.…

September 30, 2021

Onision Demonstrates How YouTube Fandoms Can Endanger Young People

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

The now-demonetized online celebrity created numerous parasocial relationships with his underage fans and sparked outrage over his problematic behavior.…

September 22, 2021

Lucas Cruikshank with a Fred Figglehorn shirt

‘Fred Figglehorn’ First Aired 15 Years Ago, but Its Legacy Remains

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Lucas Cruikshank has been an online star since 2006. A closer look into his most famous character reveals some interesting insights into the early days of YouTube.…

August 24, 2021

In an article about Gabbie Hanna in Escape the Night, a character from the series

‘Escape The Night’-mare, and Embrace the Truth About Gabbie Hanna’s Part in YouTuber Drama

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

The influencer is opening up about her awful experience behind the scenes of the YouTube Original show, but her former costars are pushing back on her narrative.…

July 15, 2021

Cover for Megan Thompson's article on Safiya Nygaard and her marriage

Safiya Nygaard Gets Married, Leaves Fans With Hope That True Love Does Exist

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

After a year of leaving fans with anticipation, the YouTuber and her boyfriend, Tyler Williams, finally got married on a starry, starry night.…

January 13, 2020

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