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In a candid discussion, popular Twitch streamer QTCinderella reveals her wish that she never embarked on a streaming career, stating that the pressures and threats she faces make it hard to enjoy her success. Despite these challenges, she remains a prominent figure in the community, advocating for safety and camaraderie among creators.
The popular Twitch streamer QTCinderella says she would be a happier person if she could go back and tell her younger self to choose a different career.The 31-year-old, real name Blaire (she does not make her second name public), became famous for playing video games and cooking meals in live videos for her 1.2 million followers online.In 2021, she created the annual Streamer Awards, which will be streamed online on Saturday.But she told the BBC while she felt incredibly lucky to be in her position, the negatives of the role - ranging from being under constant scrutiny to at times being concerned for her safety - makes it difficult to enjoy.If I could go back and never experience some of the things I've experienced because of this job, I do think I would be a happier person overall, she said.The biggest thing I wish I could do, if I went back and was able to whisper in my ear, I would say, don't do it.Throughout 2025, several female content creators have spoken out about concerns of their safety, particularly when attending public events.In March, three US Twitch streamers, Cinna, Valkyrae, and Emiru, were taking part in a week-long marathon stream when a man threatened to kill them.Then, at the annual streamer event TwitchCon in October, a man from the crowd grabbed Emiru and tried to kiss her without her consent.Blaire said she also has faced harassment since her rise to fame. I could open my Instagram DMs right now and read you 100 horrible things about why or how I could be harmed by people, she said. She spent a significant amount on removing unauthorized images from the internet and faced deepfake issues.Despite her success, Blaire emphasizes the importance of safety and creates initiatives like the Streamer Awards to bring positivity to the community, wishing for a day when negativity can be set aside. For me, it's really important to bring people together because there's lots of toxicity on the internet. And if people were just able to have a dinner together, it makes a big difference.The ceremony recognizes top creators across various categories, with nominees including popular Twitch streamers and fan votes determining the winners.
