Allegations of Dr Disrespect Sending Inappropriate Messages to Minor Uncovered by Former Twitch Employee
Entertainment | June 27, 2024, 6:53 p.m.
Four years after being banned from Twitch, allegations have emerged that Dr Disrespect, a popular gaming personality, used the platform to send sexually explicit texts to a minor. This revelation sheds light on Twitch's response to sexual misconduct within the gaming community, with more than 70 allegations surfacing in June 2020. Dr Disrespect, known for his flamboyant persona, was permanently banned from Twitch following the accusations. After settling a lawsuit with Twitch in 2022, details of the alleged misconduct are now coming to light, with reports confirming that he was banned for sexting a minor through direct messages. Despite denying any wrongdoing, Dr Disrespect was fired from his gaming studio and faces condemnation from fellow streamers and companies. The incident highlights the industry's efforts to address sexual misconduct, as Twitch formed a team to investigate such reports and take immediate action.