‘IMPACT x Nightline’ Interviews Piper Rockelle: From Kid Influencer to OnlyFans Creator
The latest episode of “IMPACT x Nightline,” featuring Piper Rockelle, dives into her transition from a popular child influencer to an OnlyFans creator. The episode, titled “Piper Rockelle: Barely Legal,” is available for streaming on Disney+ and Hulu starting February 12.
Piper Rockelle’s Rise to Fame
Piper Rockelle gained notoriety as one of YouTube’s most prominent child stars. Now at 18, she has made headlines for launching an OnlyFans account shortly after her birthday. Reports indicate she earned over $1 million within the first hour on the platform, eventually totaling nearly $3 million by the end of her opening day.
Controversies and Challenges
This episode showcases Rockelle’s journey amidst controversies, including a 2022 lawsuit involving former members of her online group, the “Squad.” The lawsuit targeted her mother, Tiffany Smith, who has also been her long-time manager. In her interview, she addresses the fallout from these events and how they have impacted her life and career.
Behind the Scenes and New Insights
- Donna “Mimi” Healy Smith – Grandmother
- Destinee Smith – Aunt
- Sunny Hostin – Co-host of “The View” and former federal prosecutor
- Kelley Carter – Senior entertainment reporter, Andscape
- Fortesa Latifi – Author, “Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online”
- Kat Tenbarge – Tech and culture reporter, Spitfire News
These interviews provide additional context to Rockelle’s experiences and the larger conversations surrounding child influencers, parental control, and the lack of labor protections for minors in the digital space.
Streaming Availability
The episode “IMPACT x Nightline: Piper Rockelle: Barely Legal” is streaming now on Disney+ and Hulu. It features an introspective look at Rockelle’s life, her rise to fame, and the complexities of her new career path.
