The biggest TikTok scandals of 2020

9 December 2020, 17:28

From Bella Poarch’s offensive tattoo to Zoe Laverne’s inappropriate relationship, here is a deep dive into all the largest TikTok dramas of 2020.

This yr TikTok has offered us with an entire new vocabulary, limitless magnificence hacks and numerous viral challenges. However, after all, it is also delivered on the drama entrance too.

Simply because we have been locked inside for almost all of the yr, it doesn’t suggest the drama has stopped. From shady diss tracks to dishonest scandals and every part in-between, the TikTokers have been extraordinarily busy.

A lot has occurred that it is solely proper that we revisit this yr’s petty feuds earlier than we step into 2021. This is your information to the largest TikTok scandals of 2020.

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1) Daisy Keech leaves the Hype Home

In March, Daisy Keech introduced she could be leaving the Hype House. Daisy really based the TikTok content material collective with Thomas Petrou and Chase Hudson – however issues received messy.

Daisy posted a 22-minute YouTube video (which is now not accessible), detailing all the problems between her and the remainder of the home. Apparently, Thomas was manipulative and controlling, and she or he had really invested $18,000 into bringing the Hype Hype concept into fruition. Nonetheless, not like Chase and Thomas, she did not reap any of the advantages of being a co-founder like Chase and Thomas had been, together with profitable model offers. Thomas denied the allegations and mentioned that he really taken footage of Daisy without spending a dime.

Daisy finally went on to create her personal content material home, Clubhouse, however she has now left.

2) Charli D’Amelio and Chase Hudson break up

In July, Hype Home and Sway House members mysteriously began unfollowing one another. No-one actually may work out what was occurring till Charli D’Amelio shared an Instagram Story with the caption “your loss” and deleted all hint of her then-boyfriend Chase Hudson. She additionally tweeted: “I hope she was value it.”

Chase then defined on Twitter: “All of this drama occurring is as a result of I kissed Nessa once we have been each single.” However Charli elaborated, and replied: “Then you definately should not have come to my home after with out telling me…” A load of TikTok stars then received concerned and so Chase dropped a bomb, accusing numerous them of dishonest on their companions. A multitude.

After a little bit time, each Charli and Chase apologised for bringing the drama to social media. Chase additionally mentioned he apologised to Charli privately.

3) Dixie D’Amelio and Griffin Johnson break up

Due to the drama between Charli D’Amelio and Chase Hudson, Dixie D’Amelio and her then-boyfriend Griffin Johnson received caught within the crossfire. Chase claimed Griffin cheated on Dixie with two different ladies. Dixie then unfollowed Griffin and confirmed their break up, nevertheless, Griffin consistantly denied dishonest.

Dixie had a stack of receipts, although, and she or he launched screenshots of messages between Griffin and different ladies. Dixie even shared a screenshot an apology textual content from Griffin. He then got here clear on Twitter, writing: “I admit to fucking up. I’m not excellent. God is aware of I’m not even shut however time for others to confess the identical.” Yikes.

Oh nicely, Dixie is presently courting fellow TikTok star Noah Beck… however Griffin has implied that one thing might need been occurring between them earlier than his relationship with Dixie ended.

4) Tony Lopez hit with sexual harassment allegations

In August, Tony Lopez was accused of allegedly soliciting nudes from underage ladies and sending express messages on social media. In consequence, Tony was dropped by Bliss Spa, a spa and cosmetics firm, who mentioned they’d now not sponsor or collaborate with Tony. After initially remaining silent on the matter, the 21-year-old tweeted a Notes-app apology addressing the accusations and insisted he is “not happy with his previous selections”.

He mentioned: “As soon as I discovered the reality, I instantly stopped. I do know these actions will not be taken evenly and have been extraordinarily irresponsible of me. As a younger man, I maintain myself accountable for this error, relatively than run from it. I’ll study from it, to assist higher educate myself for now and the long run. I promise I’ll make higher, well-informed choices.”

5) Bryce Corridor and Blake Grey throw pandemic events

In August, coronavirus instances in California reached alarming heights and the general public was urged to remain dwelling to cease the unfold of the virus. However what did Bryce Hall and Blake Gray determined to do? Throw numerous influencer-filled pandemic events, after all.

Bryce’s packed twenty first party confirmed individuals crammed into his Los Angeles mansion with out masks. Police arrived and shut the celebration down however that did not deter them. The pair threw a number of events all through the month and authorities even needed to lower off their water and electrical energy provide to cease the events. Ultimately, Bryce and Blake have been charged with violating Los Angeles County’s safer-at-home order, which prohibited massive gatherings.

Blake and Bryce weren’t the one TikTokers responsible of throwing influencer events, although. YouTubers Tana Mongeau, Jake Paul, James Charles and Nikita Dragun and TikTok sisters Charli and Dixie D’Amelio have all been referred to as out for attending crowded events in the course of the pandemic.

6) Bella Poarch receives backlash for her offensive tattoo

It has been fairly the yr for Bella Poarch. The TikTok star presently has the most-liked video on the platform and together with her newfound fame got here backlash. In September, Bella (who is thought for having a plethora of tattoos) acquired criticism for having a tattoo of the Japanese rising sun flag, which is considered offensive to South Koreans due to its affiliation with oppression and Japanese imperialism.

Bella apologised on Twitter and mentioned she did not know concerning the “horrible historical past” behind the image. She has now had the tattoo covered with a two-headed snake.

7) Charly Jordan travels to Rwanda in the course of the pandemic

In September, whereas US coronavirus charges have been excessive, TikTok influencer Charly Jordan traveled to Rwanda to do some charity work with gorillas for 2 weeks. Nonetheless, she was compelled to quarantine quickly after arriving and testing optimistic for coronavirus. Charly shared a tearful video saying that she’d been “locked” in a room and wasn’t being allowed to depart, and that she hadn’t been allowed to smoke marijuana, which she makes use of medically for her nervousness.

Charly acquired widespread criticism on TikTok for travelling in the course of the pandemic and carelessly placing Rwandans in danger. She apologised and was allowed to depart the nation after testing detrimental for COVID-19.

8) Gabi DeMartino deletes TikTok following backlash over BFF Revenue Problem video

Gabi DeMartino was compelled to delete her TikTok account after participating within the BFF Revenue Problem with an in depth buddy. Within the tone-deaf clip, Gabi admits to blowing $9,000 per week whereas her buddy (who’s a secretary) spends $50 on groceries. Many thought the video was inconsiderate and felt like she was bragging in entrance of her buddy. Gabi later apologised and mentioned it was “extraordinarily insensitive” to put up the video.

9) Larray releases his ‘Cancelled’ diss monitor

In October, Larray launched his notorious diss monitor ‘Cancelled’ principally coming for each single influencer on TikTok. Actually, no-one was secure. Larray shaded Jeffree Star, Bryce Corridor, Tana Mongeau, James Charles and the Dolan Twins, and even his fellow Hype Home members.

It wasn’t an assault, although, Larray mentioned the music ought to be taken with a pinch of salt. “I do not need anybody to take it significantly,” he told paparazzi. “It is a joke. Respect to everyone’s privateness and all that, however prefer it’s all a joke. I am not beefing with no person. I am simply having enjoyable.”

10) Zoe Laverne kisses a 13-year-old fan

Probably the most surprising issues to return out of this yr’s TikTok drama was Zoe Laverne’s case. In November, the 19-year-old TikTok star admitted to having “caught feelings” for a fan named Connor Joyce, 13, after a video of them kissing began circulating the web. Zoe denied that she groomed Connor and insisited that they have been “greatest pals” however their relationship developed while they have been each in a foul place.

Zoe acquired backlash for the connection and in consequence she deactivated her social media accounts and reportedly checked herself into hospital. She later apologised and mentioned each her and Connor’s dad and mom had lower off contact between them.

11) Charli D’Amelio loses 1 million TikTok followers in 24 hours

In November, Charli D’Amelio – TikTok’s most-followed consumer – lost 1 million followers after moaning that she didn’t have 100 million followers on the platform. Charli mentioned she wished to hit the milestone determine throughout a controversial episode of Dinner With The D’Amelios.

Charli and her sister Dixie have been labelled ungrateful and “bratty” after gagging on the meals cooked by their non-public chef. Charli’s behaviour coupled together with her assertion on about her followers led her follower depend to plummet.

In a tearful Instagram Reside, Charli later apologised and mentioned it had all been an enormous “misunderstanding”. She additionally mentioned she had been receiving loss of life threats. Nonetheless, regardless of all of the drama, Charli did attain her 100 million follower purpose.

12) Trisha Paytas vs. Charli D’Amelio and James Charles

Trisha Paytas is a little bit of a veteran in the case of being on the centre of web drama and in true Trish type, she managed to create one of many largest TikTok feuds of 2020. It began when Trisha slammed Charli D’Amelio for her response to not getting 100 million TikTok followers. (For context, she had beforehand made feedback about Charli’s behaviour on a podcast.)

Charli then referred to as Trisha out on TikTok for continually going after, particularly contemplating she’s double her age. James Charles additionally received concerned and tried to defend Charli towards Trisha. He tweeted: “this charli scenario is NOT sitting proper with me […] 30+ yr olds dragging somebody half their age? feels acquainted.” Nicely, that did not go nicely…

Trisha went IN on James and accused him of being ‘predatory’ in direction of Charli. James then hit again at her “disgusting” assertion, insisting he’s shut pals with Charli. Charli’s older sister Dixie additionally tried to defend her and James by mentioning Trisha’s problematic previous and use of racial slurs. She even danced to outdated audio of Trisha rapping ‘Fuck Tha Police’ which has the N-word in it. She later deleted the video and apologised following backlash. Trisha additionally apologised for being so harsh in direction of Charli.