A clip from the livestream reality show Fishtank LIVE shows producer Benjamin Taylor throwing multiple punches at contestant Landon during what appeared to be a boxing segment. What happened has drawn criticism over what viewers describe as a cheap shot against an unprepared and intoxicated participant.
The footage shows both men wearing boxing gloves. As they approach each other in what looks like a standard pre-fight glove touch, Taylor immediately throws a punch. Landon appears off-balance and not in a defensive stance. Multiple blows land in quick succession.
Viewers claim Landon was heavily intoxicated at the time of what happened. The contestant is also described by some as autistic, though there’s debate about the extent and nature of any disability.
The glove touch moment is particularly contentious. In boxing and MMA, touching gloves before sparring signals mutual readiness and sportsmanship. Throwing punches during or immediately after a glove touch is widely considered poor form in legitimate sparring environments.
Fishtank LIVE is an online reality show where contestants live together in a monitored house. The show is known for pushing boundaries with provocative challenges and confrontations. It’s associated with comedian Sam Hyde and collaborators including producer Jet Neptune.
Some viewers claim the boxing segment followed a drinking challenge where Landon allegedly trash-talked production staff. Others dispute this context, with conflicting claims about what led to the physical confrontation.
Comments about the clip describe it as “assault” and criticize the lack of visible safety measures like headgear or medical supervision. Others argue Landon participated voluntarily and even laughed about it afterward, claiming the clip removes important context.
