Streaming superstar Dr Disrespect’s mysterious permanent ban from Twitch last year may have a disturbing explanation, according to a Tweet by a former member of the Twitch staff. Cody Conners, former Twitch Account Manager of eight years, revealed the reason behind the Doc’s abrupt disappearance: Inappropriate interactions with underage fans.
The accusations made the global Twitch community blow up in a mix of shock and disbelief. The reason for Dr Disrespect’s ban has been one of the best-kept secrets in the industry. Now—after more than a year of speculation—it seems like the mystery has been resolved. Conners claimed the creator was sexting with a minor on Twitch’s whisper product and attempted to meet up with her at TwitchCon last year.
“Why can’t these famous people just stop going after minors?” Twitch users lamented on various platforms. However, the community is unsure since there hasn’t been any involvement from the police or any legal actions against the 42-year-old streamer. The allegations make sense though and come from an insider who likely knows the truth to the story.
Despite rampant speculation, both Twitch and Dr Disrespect have remained tight-lipped about the ban. A recent settlement between the two parties, in which no wrongdoing was acknowledged, has only fueled the rumors. Some saw the streamer’s vague statement on the matter as evasive. “Doc’s tweet is basically admitting guilt,” argued one commenter.
This is not the first controversy for the Doc, known for his larger-than-life persona and high-production streams. He previously took a hiatus after admitting to infidelity and was once banned for filming in a public bathroom.
The streaming community remains divided on the issue. Supporters are calling for Doc to clear his name by revealing Twitch’s reason for the ban. Critics express sympathy for his family, with one user saying, “Feel bad for his kids and especially his wife.”
The allegations have also reignited debates about Twitch’s handling of bans and user privacy. Some worry about the platform’s access to private messages, while others criticize its inconsistent enforcement policies.