Beauty influencer Jeffree Star has reignited controversy surrounding James Charles, accusing him of predatory behavior during an appearance on Tana Mongeau’s ‘Cancelled’ podcast.
Star alleged that Charles, 24, attempted to use his fame and financial influence to pressure a 19-year-old, stating Charles invited the younger man to a hotel room and, when he hesitated, allegedly remarked, “I paid for this room.” Star’s claims recalled the infamous 2019 feud involving Charles and fellow influencer Tati Westbrook, who accused Charles of inappropriate advances toward young men. Star hinted that Tati’s video, which accused Charles of being a “danger to society,” aimed to "teach him a lesson" and remove him from the platform.
James Charles accused of being a PREDATOR by Jeffree Star. He tried taking advantage of a 19 year old by using his fame/money allegedly. 😲‼️ pic.twitter.com/mAzXkA37Rz
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) November 14, 2024
As the allegations surfaced, social media users responded intensely, with some pointing out that Star himself has faced similar accusations in the past. The incident, highlighted by Drama Alert on Twitter, has rekindled debates about accountability within the beauty community and raised questions about influencers’ influence over their fans. While Charles has not publicly responded to Star’s recent comments, the controversy continues to trend, reflecting ongoing concerns about the boundaries and responsibilities of social media personalities.
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