Popular YouTube streamer Darren “IShowSpeed”has captured the attention of Chinese media once again, thanks to a touching encounter he had with a woman who has suffered from cyberbullying. This heartwarming moment was highlighted in a clip shared by the Beijing Radio & Television Station (BRTV).
In the footage, IShowSpeed inquires about the hurtful comments she received from Chinese netizens. The woman’s response is disheartening:
“Not a good word… Just to laugh at me.”
In his characteristic supportive manner, IShowSpeed offered her words of encouragement:
“Laugh at you? Don’t listen to them! Honey, you gotta understand that, in this world, people going to laugh at you, talk about you, behave rude towards you, that’s part of life.”
Embracing Strength: IShowSpeed’s Uplifting Message Amidst Cyberbullying
Currently on a tour across China, IShowSpeed is engaging with his significant fanbase, having recently earned over a million followers on Douyin, China’s version of TikTok. His journey through major cities has allowed him to interact with locals, fostering a sense of community among his viewers.
After learning about the woman’s experience with online harassment, IShowSpeed continued to uplift her spirit, encouraging her with heartfelt advice:
“So, you just have to stay strong and be you at the end of the day. You have a nice voice. Don’t worry. You got a good voice.”
Reflecting upon his own challenges with cyberbullying, he shared:
“People talk about me all the time, people say I got a big nose. I’m musty, I’m black, I’m trash at football. You just gotta get stronger, and ignore that.”
In related news, Twitch star Kai Cenat recently made headlines after his Twitch and YouTube accounts were compromised in a hacking incident. The hacker, identified as “Sava,”made several alterations to Cenat’s accounts, leading to the temporary ban of his Twitter channel by the platform’s moderation team to curb further misbehavior. Fortunately, as of this writing, Kai Cenat’s Twitch account has been restored.