The potential ban of TikTok in the US has sent shockwaves through social media, and content creators are scrambling to figure out their next move. Internet sensation GloZell Green, best known for her hilarious YouTube videos and larger-than-life personality, didn’t hold back when TMZ caught up with her to discuss the looming ban.
With her signature flair but an unmistakable air of distress, GloZell poured her heart out about how the ban could devastate her livelihood. “Hello, it’s your girl GloZell,” she began, visibly worried. “I’m okay, but you know what? I’m trying hard not to cry because life is on social media. That’s how I live. That’s my bread and butter.”
GloZell, a single mother, revealed just how intertwined TikTok is with her income, including her ability to provide for her daughter. “I have a daughter I have to take care of, and now you’re trying to take the food out of my mouth,” she lamented.
The TikTok star admitted she initially didn’t believe the ban would happen, dismissing it as political theater. However, the reality is starting to sink in, and with it, the devastating financial consequences for her and many other creators.
GloZell disclosed that she uses TikTok not only to share her content but also to promote her brands. Furthermore, she mentioned that if the platform gets banned, she could potentially miss out on a significant amount of income.
She mentions that her makeup line has greatly benefited from her presence on social media. However, without TikTok Shop, it would be more challenging for fans to purchase, impacting both her and her staff.
“I pay taxes off my TikTok money because that’s how I make a living off social media. So now, what are we supposed to do? My projection (to lose) is more than thousands because I have a skincare line coming. These are coming out based on people seeing them on my TikTok. So now, what am I supposed to do? And my employees. It’s not just me. There are other people.”
The US Supreme Court has confirmed a prohibition on TikTok, set to take effect on January 19, 2025, due to bipartisan legislation addressing security issues. The law requires ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, to sell the application to an American company, or it will be removed from the US market. Efforts to postpone the ban are in progress, with Senator Chuck Schumer advocating for additional time to locate a buyer in order to minimize economic impact.