Pokimane, Valkyrae, and QTCinderella expressed fear about attending TwitchCon during a recent joint stream. The three creators cited safety concerns and questioned whether current security measures at the convention are enough to protect them.
The streamers didn’t announce final decisions about skipping the event. Instead, they voiced hesitation about appearing at large public gatherings where creator-fan interactions can turn unpredictable.
@wineaboutitpodcast We might skip Twitchcon this year.. #podcast #twitch #valkyrae #qtcinderella #wineaboutit ♬ original sound – Wine About It
Their concerns stem from multiple safety incidents at past conventions. At TwitchCon San Diego 2022, streamer Adriana Chechik suffered severe spinal injuries after jumping into a shallow foam pit at a vendor booth. The activation was shut down immediately, but what happened raised serious questions about event safety oversight.
Beyond physical injuries, creators have faced harassment during convention appearances. Viral clips from various events show streamers being followed, grabbed, or verbally abused during meet-and-greets and IRL segments.
@sageclips700 Pokimane Hesitant About TwitchCon After Recent ISSUES! #pokimane #tiktok #viral #twitchcon #twitchstreamer ♬ original sound – SageClips
Standard convention security typically includes bag checks and uniformed guards. But many top creators now hire private bodyguards to manage crowds and maintain personal space. Even then, venues sometimes limit what private security can do on the convention floor.
The scale of modern streaming has transformed top creators into mainstream celebrities. Meet-and-greets that once drew dozens now attract hundreds or thousands of fans. This growth has made safety planning more complex for both organizers and creators.
All three streamers have dealt with safety issues before. Valkyrae has publicly discussed stalker concerns. QTCinderella organizes her own events like The Streamer Awards with structured security protocols. Pokimane has navigated being one of streaming’s most recognizable faces for nearly a decade.
TwitchCon remains one of the industry’s biggest gatherings, drawing tens of thousands of attendees to its North American and European editions. The convention features panels, brand activations, esports matches, and after-parties alongside creator meet-ups.
For now, the three streamers want stronger safety guarantees before committing to attend. Their public hesitation highlights a growing tension between creators’ desire to connect with fans and concerns about personal safety at large-scale events.
