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For as long as anyone can remember, the entertainment sector has been a formidable fortress to breach for many individuals. Artists had to toil very hard to land a potential opportunity that may not benefit them financially. It was the price one had to pay to climb the ladder of success in the entertainment industry.
Social media has played a vital role in today’s entertainment stage for artists to showcase their talent worldwide. Among different social media channels, TikTok has remained quite fascinating and groundbreaking. However, it’s like what they say, “too much of a good thing” has caused problems for TikTok-born artists.
It wasn’t a smooth outing for the couple, Tirus L. Kimble (famously known as Weeb Emperor) and girlfriend, Waltsie H. Risner (Wallie Sue or Empress Kitten). Tirus was in a polyamorous relationship when he met Wallie through Facebook. Although other women left the relationship, Wallie stayed. Having Asian descent, Wallie was attractive; Tirus saw that and posted her modeling pictures on Facebook and Instagram. They got recognition from people in the Riské Exhibitionist lifestyle, and in 2020, they started their OnlyFans account. The launch went well for young creators, and they were included in the top 10% of the most popular profiles in the first month. Currently, they are dominating the OnlyFans’ charts by being in its top 1% of users.
Unfortunately, today’s TikTok presence revolves around demeaning other creators and building infamy to gain followers. The internet is filled with digital creators who found fame by dismantling other creators’ progress. The Weeb Emperor and Empress were also the victims of the same dishonorable practice. It was a dark time for the couple, as Wallie’s family threatened Wallie to leave Tirus’ home. They were also discouraged by Wallie’s inappropriate pictures posted on the internet. The silver lining during those times, was when TikTok “sensation,” Mikaila Murphy, acknowledged the Weeb Dynasty Emperor and Empress when they were at their lowest.
Several artists found their way by working regular jobs to survive and thrive in the entertainment industry. Both Tirus and Wallie had to work their way to the top in the face of adversity, family pressures, and backlash from other creators. In 2021, they started The Weeb Dynasty Online Social Media Marketing and Consulting, their digital marketing platform. The forum’s purpose was to create opportunities for budding artists looking to push the envelope through OnlyFans and help build a social media presence for them.
It was a much-needed step, especially for digital creators amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic saw a dramatic increase in TikTok’s usage during the first quarter of 2020. The app recorded over 315 million downloads worldwide to keep people busy at home and help them stay connected with their friends and family. It was a great way for digital creators to earn some money when many were laid off from work or failed to find decent jobs to make ends meet.
“TikTok will set itself apart among other social platforms as it ‘ages up’ faster due to COVID-19. Every platform starts out with the youngest demographic as early adopters and eventually grows with older users. With TikTok, this will accelerate.” – Lauren Guerrieri, Sr. Manager, Paid Social at Tinuiti
Tirus and Wallie, with the Weeb Dynasty Online Social Media Marketing and Consulting, provided a platform for sex workers to build a better future for themselves. Since cities were in lockdown, sex workers especially found it hard to earn money during the pandemic. With the couple’s efforts, individuals were provided with an organic platform and an opportunity to make a living.
As time elapsed, they attracted several creators who jumped on the TikTok bandwagon with no proper direction. The platform helped them learn from their fellow digital creators and owners, also content creators. Wallie’s TikTok has over 250k followers, and it continues to grow daily. Her Instagram following has also seen a rapid boost over the last few months, with almost 50k new followers. The couple has also started working with different brands like Bang Energy to diversify their OnlyFans account. The couple has gotten banned 37 times on TikTok, which surely broke some records, but they believe it was part of their struggle. Including the time when they were banned, their overall following is currently over 500k.
Social media landscape has revolutionized the entertainment industry, after the rapid rise of TikTok and OnlyFans. Its “easier” accessibility is creating congestion within the digital entertainment landscape. With platforms like The Weeb Dynasty Online Social Media Marketing and Consulting, Tirus and Wallie aspire to help content creators leverage the full potential of OnlyFans and TikTok. Under the digital marketing platform, the couple also wants upcoming content creators to find ways to make money without going through the struggle they did.
