Lil Tay, 18, defends her OnlyFans career after earning a staggering $15 million in just two weeks. Despite backlash, she explains her reasons for joining the platform and empowers women to make their own choices.
Lil Tay, the viral influencer who first rose to fame as a young child, has stirred controversy with her recent decision to join OnlyFans. At just 18 years old, Lil Tay made headlines after announcing she would be posting exclusive, paywalled content on the platform. Within hours of launching her account on August 3, she shattered records by earning over $1 million in just three hours.
Two weeks later, her earnings skyrocketed to an astonishing $15 million, leading to both praise and criticism. Critics have expressed concern over her new business venture, with some condemning the platform altogether. One person wrote on social media: “Lil Tay launched an OnlyFans on her 18th birthday and made over $1 million in just 3 hours. OnlyFans must be banned.” Another comment read: “Grown men waited for this child to turn 18. That’s just disgusting.”
In response to the backlash, Lil Tay has defended her decision, stating in an interview with Page Six that her career on OnlyFans is about empowering herself and motivating others to make more money. “I get to make more money than most people ever f*****g touch in their life,” she said, adding that women should have the freedom to do whatever they want with their bodies and their lives.
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She further explained her motivation, referencing her childhood struggles: “That’s exactly why I had to get my money up. And that’s exactly why I can flex on you now and motivate you to get your money up.” Lil Tay also believes that money plays a significant role in bringing happiness, something she is now able to enjoy after working to improve her financial situation.
The Dark Side of Fame
Despite the massive success, Lil Tay has also faced some darker aspects of internet fame. In the same interview, she revealed a “scary situation” where a person was found lurking near her home, trying to take photos of her. “A couple of days ago, there was somebody in my bushes trying to take photos of me,” she said, expressing concern for her safety. “There’s people taking photos of me at the beach. It might jeopardize my safety.”
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To protect herself, Lil Tay has hired security and has been learning boxing to defend herself against potential threats. She also addressed concerns about whether anyone else controls her earnings, stating: “I’m in control. I could do whatever I want with my money.” She added that she’s considering purchasing a couple of Bugattis with her newfound wealth.
The Death Hoax Incident
Lil Tay’s life hasn’t been without drama. In 2023, at just 16 years old, she was the victim of a bizarre death hoax. Her Instagram was hacked, and a false message was posted, claiming that Lil Tay and her brother had passed away. The hoax left fans in shock, with the message stating: “It is with a heavy heart that we share the devastating news of our beloved Claire’s sudden and tragic passing.”
After TMZ confirmed that Lil Tay was safe, she refuted the rumors, calling the incident “very traumatizing.” She explained that her Instagram account had been compromised, and the misinformation spread quickly, including incorrect details about her name.
