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Photo: NetflixFor four weeks, the Netflix series Adolescence held the number one spot globally on the streaming platform. However, it has just been dethroned by Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing, a new docuseries that premiered just last week and has already created a sensation among viewers.Just two days after its release, the docuseries reached the number one spot as the most-watched series in 33 countries and continues to reach more Netflix users.
If you haven’t watched it yet, here’s what it’s about.What is Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing about?The Netflix docuseries, created by Kief Davidson, tells the story of influencer Piper Rockelle and her mother Tiffany Smith, who—after going to great lengths to make her daughter a star—was accused of exploitation, cult-like manipulation, and abuse. The series reveals disturbing testimonies from Piper’s former teammates about Tiffany.
READ ALSO Black Mirror season 7: Who’s who in the Netflix series?Since 2018, Piper began appearing in her videos with a group of pre-teen friends who later became known as The Squad. They created collaborative content and promoted each other’s personal social media channels. To streamline production, some group members even moved in with Piper and her mother, Tiffany.
Although the videos showcased a joyful and fun dynamic, tensions began to surface behind the scenes.Several parents of The Squad members voiced concerns about Tiffany’s behavior, accusing her of using manipulative tactics and making questionable decisions about their children’s work environment. These tensions led to the breakdown of relationships, and Tiffany eventually expelled some members from the group.
Over time, several former members began publicly accusing Tiffany of inappropriate behavior—both in how she managed filming sessions and in her personal conduct. In January 2022, a total of 11 former members filed a lawsuit alleging they were victims of exploitation and an emotionally, physically, and at times sexually abusive work environment, allegedly fostered by Tiffany.This lawsuit prompted an FBI investigation.
Tiffany has publicly denied all accusations made against her.READ ALSO Will there be Pulse season 2 on Netflix? Here’s what we knowWho are the members of The Squad?Although the lineup of The Squad changed over time, some of the members included:Sophie FergiGavin MagnusSawyer SharbinoHayden HaasCorinne JoyJentzen RamirezClaire RockSmithSymonne HarrisonHow many episodes does Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing have?The docuseries consists of only 3 episodes, each ranging from 45 to 52 minutes.Who is Piper Rockelle?Piper Rockelle, a 17-year-old actress and influencer, rose to internet fame at just 8 years old thanks to the success of her YouTube channel and her presence on other social media platforms.
Before becoming a content creator, Piper already showed interest in show business: she danced, acted, and participated in both scripted and improvised programs.With the support of her mother and her partner, Hunter Hill, she began producing short videos that quickly caught the attention of a young audience. Her popularity steadily increased, along with her earnings.
Over the years, Piper has built a community of millions of followers and has managed to generate over $500,000 per month through sponsorships, brand deals, and other digital entertainment ventures.⇒ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CONTENT ON GOOGLE NEWS.
