Netflix Docuseries Exposes Dark Side of Child Influencers

Netflix's new docuseries, "Bad Influence," shines a light on the dark underbelly of child influencer culture. The series centers around Piper Rockelle, a popular child influencer, and her mother, Tiffany Smith, who serves as her manager. The trailer reveals disturbing allegations of abuse and exploitation, raising serious concerns about the industry. One interviewee states, "Things can get very muddy when kids are making obscene amounts of money." The docuseries also highlights the significant financial success of these young influencers, with Piper Rockelle's estimated monthly earnings ranging from $300,000 to $500,000. Furthermore, the trailer points out the disproportionately high number of adult men among the child influencers' followers. The series promises to delve into the ethical and legal implications of this rapidly growing industry, prompting crucial conversations about child safety and online exploitation. The trailer ends with a chilling statement: "And if something isn't done, these won't be the last kids."

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5 months ago

Netflix Just Released The Trailer To Its New Docuseries About Child Influencing…

“It seemed so innocent. But it wasn’t innocent at all.”