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- Entertainment
- Time of India
NYC influencer Fiona Jordan faces backlsh after old video of toddler vaping resurfaces online
Social media erupted this week after an 8-year-old video resurfaced of NYC influencer Fiona Jordan, then a teenager, filming a shocking incident. The clip shows a toddler, who was under the care of Jordan and a friend, being handed a vape. The child takes a hit, exhales a cloud of smoke, and breaks into a coughing fit, while Jordan and her companion laugh hysterically behind the camera.
Who is Fiona Jordan?
Now 23 years old, Fiona Jordan has built an online career with 'get ready with me' videos, lifestyle content, and high-profile brand collaborations with companies like White Fox Boutique, Bloom, and Essence Makeup. But the resurfaced footage has shifted the spotlight, leaving her facing serious questions about accountability and past behaviour.
Jordan's apology and explanation
In a video statement posted on her TikTok, Jordan admitted that the resurfaced clip was real and expressed deep regret. She explained that she was only 15 years old at the time and claimed she was grieving the tragic murder of her mother, which left her in a reckless and vulnerable state.
She acknowledged that filming the act was just as harmful as participating in it, and stated she had taken responsibility immediately after the incident by cooperating with law enforcement at the time. Jordan said the mistake haunted her for years and insisted the incident did not reflect her values or who she is today.
Public reaction: Divided and fierce
The apology, however, did little to silence critics. Many social media users condemned Jordan, with some arguing that trauma could not excuse endangering a child. Comments flooded her page, with users calling her actions 'sick' and 'unforgivable.'
At the same time, a smaller group of followers expressed sympathy, noting their own reckless teenage behaviour, but even they admitted the situation crossed a dangerous line.
What this means for her career
The scandal has raised doubts about Jordan's influencer partnerships and her future in the industry. While she remains popular, the incident has sparked a larger conversation about accountability for creators, particularly when harmful past actions come to light.
For Jordan, who rose to fame sharing light-hearted content, this resurfaced video may prove to be the most defining, and damaging, moment of her career.
