The price of internet fame: A discussion on mental health

Started 1 month ago by Sophii_xoxo in The Dark Side

I just read about Star Stone changing her name after years of online harassment following that viral “Odd Man Out” video. She was portrayed as the villain, and...

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I just read about Star Stone changing her name after years of online harassment following that viral “Odd Man Out” video. She was portrayed as the villain, and the internet never let her forget it. Even after deleting her social media, the bullying continued for years. Now she’s turning her experience into a show called “Villain Era.” It’s heartbreaking but also inspiring. It makes me think about how fame and social media can deeply affect mental health. What do you all think?

Link to full story: https://nypost.com/2025/04/14/lifestyle/ny-woman-changes-name-after-viral-video-sparks-years-of-bullying

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    Omg yes 😢 I saw her story. It’s so sad how one edited video can ruin someone’s life. The internet can be so cruel. I’m glad she’s reclaiming her narrative with “Villain Era.” More power to her! 💪

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    Not to downplay her experience, but isn’t it part of being in the public eye? If you put yourself out there, criticism is inevitable. You have to develop thick skin