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  • JoJo Siwa’s ‘Joelle’ move: TikTok name change hints at a 2026 rebrand

    JoJo Siwa’s ‘Joelle’ move: TikTok name change hints at a 2026 rebrand

    2026-01-02 09:00:00

    According to PEOPLE, JoJo Siwa updated her TikTok name to “Joelle Siwa,” sparking immediate chatter that a bigger 2026 rebrand is underway.

    Fans read the change as a signal of a more grown-up era, especially for a star whose identity was built on a highly recognizable childhood brand.

    Online reactions range from excitement about a fresh creative chapter to curiosity about whether the new name will carry into music credits and official press.

    • E! News (Outlet): “Her changing her name from jojo to Joelle has to be the biggest pull ever!!!”
    • Page Six (Outlet): “2026 is gonna be crazy!!!”

    Echotitbits take: On TikTok, identity is discovery: a name tweak can be the first breadcrumb before new music, a doc, or a style pivot. Watch next for synchronized handle changes across platforms, updated visuals, and any rollout announcements that confirm whether “Joelle” is a permanent professional shift or a temporary social experiment.

    Source: PEOPLE — January 2, 2026 — https://people.com/jojo-siwa-changes-her-name-2026-plans-11878210

    PEOPLE
    2026-01-02
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  • Lazywrita’s family breaks silence after influencer’s scheduled “farewell” post

    Lazywrita’s family breaks silence after influencer’s scheduled “farewell” post

    2026-01-01 08:40:00

    In an update published by TheCable Lifestyle, the family of Anda Damisa (Lazywrita) spoke after his death drew intense online attention and grief.

    Their message asks the public for compassion as tributes and speculation continue to swirl around his final post.

    • People (X): “Family of Influencer ‘LazyWrita’ Speaks Out”
    • TheCable Lifestyle (earlier report): “I’m happy, unburdened”

    Echotitbits take: This is a painful reminder that online “energy” can hide real struggles. Coverage should avoid sensationalism and keep the focus on support and responsible conversations. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — January 1, 2026 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/family-of-lazywrita-breaks-silence-on-his-death/

    TheCable Lifestyle
    January 1, 2026
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  • Carter Efe’s Twitch suspension sparks creator-fandom debate

    Carter Efe’s Twitch suspension sparks creator-fandom debate

    Photo Credit: TELL Magazine

    2025-12-24 08:00:00
    According to Punch, comedian-singer Carter Efe confirmed his Twitch account was suspended, setting off waves of reactions from fans and fellow creators.

    Online speculation has ranged from content-policy strikes to mass-reporting, but no public detail beyond the suspension has been confirmed.

    The moment has also revived a practical conversation among Nigerian creators about platform rules, enforcement, and the need for backup audience channels.

    Pulse Nigeria (Entertainment outlet) also echoed the same development, noting: “Carter Efe’s Twitch account gets suspended.” (https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment). Carter Efe (Instagram (verified)) also echoed the same development, noting: “Twitch don suspend my account” (https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSmUg7mtbsj/).

    Echotitbits take: As Nigerian creators expand onto global platforms, policy enforcement can be sudden and opaque. The smart play is redundancy: own your audience (email/WhatsApp/YouTube), understand platform guidelines, and treat live-streaming like a regulated broadcast—not a private hangout.

    Source: TELL Magazine — December 24, 2025 — https://tell.ng/twitch-suspends-carter-efe-after-historic-davido-stream-that-made-him-africas-biggest-streamer/>
    TELL Magazine
    2025-12-24

  • Alix Earle explains Braxton Berrios split in emotional video, points to long-distance strain

    Alix Earle explains Braxton Berrios split in emotional video, points to long-distance strain

    Photo credit: E! News (story page)

    According to People, Alix Earle explained why she and NFL player Braxton Berrios ended their relationship in an emotional video shared December 13.

    She described the pressure of long-distance since June and the personal growth questions that surfaced while her schedule pulled her toward Los Angeles.

    Earle asked fans not to attack Berrios, insisting the split wasn’t about drama but about timing and life direction.

    • E! News (website): “Braxton and I are no longer together,” she said in a Dec. 13 TikTok video.
    • Cosmopolitan (website): “…managing a long-distance relationship since June… became increasingly difficult…”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: Influencer relationships are now public-facing brands—so breakups double as PR moments whether they want it or not. The smart move here is the emphasis on respect and boundaries. Watch for how both sides handle the next two weeks: holiday timing, social posts, and whether brand partners adjust campaigns tied to either personality.

    Source: People — 2025-12-15 — https://people.com/alix-earle-reveals-the-reason-for-her-split-from-braxton-berrios-instagram-video-11868806

    2025-12-15