An explicit video purportedly featuring world-renowned make-up artist James Charles has caused a stir online.
The video, purportedly a sex tape, is now circulating online. Here's what we know:
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James Charles trending on Twitter
Who is James Charles?
James Charles was born on May 23, 1999 in New York.
He is an American beauty YouTuber and makeup artist who rose to fame in 2016.
A video of him retaking his graduation photo with a ring light and full makeup went viral.
By early 2019, his YouTube channel had 10 million subscribers.
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At the age of 17, he became the first male brand ambassador for the cosmetics brand CoverGirl and was well received by fans of the brand.
He first appeared in an ad for CoverGirl's So Lashy mascara.
James launched a clothing line, Sisters Apparel, and a makeup collection, Sister Collection, in 2018.
Since launching his channel, Charles has produced numerous collaborative videos in which he applies makeup to various stars or applies makeup together with them.
These include Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Lil Nas X, Madison Beer, and more.
Why is James Charles trending on Twitter?
James Charles has been trending on Twitter after a five-minute video supposedly featuring the star was widely circulated.
The sexually explicit video appears to feature a man who resembles Starr.
This led to the hashtag “James Charles” trending on the platform.
James Charles has yet to comment on whether it is him who is seen in the video.
What are people saying about the alleged leaked James Charles video?
Twitter was inundated with comments about the allegedly leaked video.
Some users created memes while others shared their thoughts on the clip.
James' recent Instagram post has also been inundated with comments referencing the video.
In the post, James can be seen wearing relaxed fit jeans, a pink shirt and a smart grey blazer.