who was 11 at the time), and mocked racial stereotypes have resurfaced. According to TubeFilter, YouTube has stated that action was taken because ‘a particularly newsworthy creator’s bad behavior could have a negative impact across its collective community of creators, viewers, and advertisers.’ It was added that despite the age of the videos, which go back several years, ‘it warranted punishment given that new information has emerged and its impact to the creator ecosystem is current.’ Going into effect on 29 June, it has not been confirmed the length of Shane’s payment suspension.
Shane has publicly apologised for his behaviour, sparking the backlash on 26 June when he acknowledged his past regular use of blackface. ‘Blackface was.
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