'World's fried': Outrage as influencer 'union' slam regular Aussies as they claim they work 'harder than doctors'

Sky News AU

a day ago

Social media influencer Veronica B has come under fire after launching the Australian Influencer 'Union' with a promotional video and event on July 30.
Rather than receiving praise or recognition, the announcement sparked widespread backlash, with many online accusing the influencers of being completely out of touch with reality.
'This is embarrassing,' one user commented, while another bluntly stated, 'We do not care.'
Others went further, criticising Veronica's words, appearance and questioned her credibility.
While a few others supported the launch, calling the move 'beautiful' and backing Veronica's sentiments.
Controversy quickly escalated on the official TikTok account of @ausinfluencerunion, where influencer Jasmin Mitwali declared that being an influencer is harder than being a doctor or a teacher.
The bold claim shocked many and was met with immediate ridicule online.
Mitwali, who recently made headlines after rumours circulated about a split from her husband just hours after their lavish wedding, continued to defend the influencer lifestyle.
She insisted that influencers put in just as much effort as traditional workers.
Her comments triggered a storm of reactions across social media.
'Staying relevant is harder than a doctor saving someone's life? World's fried,' one person said.
Others commented, 'Didn't know you had to study eight years to be an influencer,' and 'Saving a life is easier than being a TikTok influencer… literally… wow.'
One user simply concluded, 'Some influencers are completely detached from reality.'
The same perspective was shared among other influencers who were interviewed on the ausinfluencerunion TikTok page with some stating, 'You can't do what we do.'
'It isn't easy to get one million views.'
'We work as hard as people who work nine-to-five. It's not that easy, sweetie.'
Meanwhile, influencer Yaz Haddad took a more aggressive approach, lashing out at haters. 'F*** you peasants, keep working your nine-to-five. You're at home watching Netflix while we're out here working.'
When asked about whether influencers should be taxed like other workers, two other influencers at the launch responded, 'Definitely not. This government bloody rips us enough.'
Overall, responses online were overwhelmingly negative, with many commenters furious over the comparisons being made.
One harsh comment stated, 'These TikTok people have never worked a real job. They think recording yourself for attention is hard?'
Another added, 'Influencers? Their work is what most people do in their spare time. Sure, it has its challenges, but don't compare it to real jobs. Go pick up a book for once.'
Although a small group of fans supported the idea of an influencer union, the general reaction across the TikTok community was critical, with many accusing influencers of being out of touch and living in a bubble detached from the everyday struggles of ordinary Australians.