‘Disturbing’: TikTok faces criticism after Perez Hilton livestreams self-harm
TikTok is facing backlash after celebrity blogger Perez Hilton livestreamed an act of self-harm on the platform. While TikTok claims its moderation systems flagged the content, critics are questioning the speed of the response and the platform's safety protocols.
Why it matters
The incident raises significant concerns regarding the safety of live-streaming platforms and the efficacy of automated content moderation for high-risk behavior.
Perez Hilton arrives at BOA Steakhouse grand opening at Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian Las Vegas on 8 November 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. for BOA Steakhouse Las Vegas Perez Hilton arrives at BOA Steakhouse grand opening at Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian Las Vegas on 8 November 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. for BOA Steakhouse Las Vegas Perez Hilton ‘Disturbing’: TikTok faces criticism after Perez Hilton livestreams self-harm Many online questioned how long the blogger’s broadcast remained up on the app and shared mental health resources
Prefer the Guardian on Google Social media users have criticized TikTok after the celebrity blogger Perez Hilton livestreamed himself self-harming on the platform, prompting many to question how long the broadcast remained live and others to share mental health resources and encourage those in need to seek help.
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