Who is PankyVT? Twitch VTuber faces backlash after telling under-18s to “kill themselves” live on stream

Twitch VTuber PankyVT has found himself in the middle of massive online backlash after a disturbing outburst aimed at viewers under the age of 18. In a viral clip shared across X (formerly Twitter), the streamer was heard angrily telling minors to “kill themselves” and leave his Twitch chat, sparking outrage and demands for his permanent removal from the platform.

Pankyvt sparks outrage with disturbing comments on minors

On August 18, 2025, during a live broadcast, PankyVT lashed out at minors who had joined his chat. In clips that spread rapidly on X, the VTuber angrily told viewers below the age of 18 to “kill yourself” and “get out,” while lacing his rant with profanity.

The stream was quickly deleted, but not before viewers clipped and circulated the remarks widely. Many online users described the rant as “deeply disturbing” and a violation of Twitch’s own community standards.

Twitch bans pankyvt, but fans say “not enough”

Following the uproar, Twitch issued a suspension against PankyVT on the same day. However, what stunned many was how short-lived the punishment turned out to be. By August 19, the streamer was unbanned, sparking fresh waves of criticism.On X, users accused Twitch of being lenient in the face of what they considered an extreme breach. “Do better twitch,” one commenter wrote.

Another added: “A ban isnt enough. This person should be completely deplatformed, especially as being a partner.”

VTuber responds with sarcasm after suspension

Instead of apologizing, PankyVT appeared to mock the punishment. Posting on X, he dismissed the suspension by writing, “Well I guess I get a free vacation.”

In follow-up replies, he joked about being capable of saying “far worse,” showing little remorse for the comments that triggered his suspension.The lack of accountability only fueled anger within the streaming community, where many believe Twitch needs to enforce stronger, more consistent standards.

Who is PankyVT?

For those unfamiliar, PankyVT is a VTuber who uses a digital avatar powered by motion capture instead of appearing on camera. With more than 18,000 followers on Twitch, his broadcasts have generally targeted adult audiences.Now, however, his name is trending for all the wrong reasons. What was meant to be a normal stream has turned into one of Twitch’s most controversial moments of the summer, and the calls for his permanent ban are only getting louder.