In brief
QTCinderella, a renowned Twitch star, has revealed that she would be happier if she had chosen a different career, expressing concern over safety and the pressures of her public life as she prepares for the upcoming Streamer Awards. She highlights the negative aspects of streaming, including harassment and constant scrutiny, and emphasizes the need for better security at events to ensure the safety of content 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 were threatened during a marathon stream. Blaire has faced similar issues, including online harassment and even the distressing experience of a deepfake website misusing her likeness.
Despite the challenges she has encountered, QTCinderella remains committed to fostering a positive environment in streaming. She hopes the upcoming Streamer Awards will help alleviate some of the negativity that often surrounds the community, promoting a sense of togetherness among content creators.
