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'It's never gonna go away': Charlotte Crosby on trolling, social media fame and learning not to care

Charlotte Crosby, a reality TV star and social media influencer, who has been in the public eye for nearly 14 years. The article focuses on her experience with fame, her approach to dealing with online trolling, and her life as showcased in the second series of her show, "Charlotte in Sunderland."

11 November 2023 · 22:03 UTC

Charlotte has a significant presence on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where she shares various aspects of her life, including her daughter Alba. The article touches on the aspirational aspect of Charlotte's online influence, with new research suggesting that up to half of young British people want to be content creators.

Charlotte discusses her experiences with the downsides of being an influencer, specifically trolling. She advises that those who struggle with anxiety from online comments might reconsider this career path. Despite the challenges, she does not see herself primarily as an influencer but as a TV personality who gained followers through her television career.

While some succeed in the world of influencing, many struggle financially and face challenges like a lack of transparency in payment and pay gaps between influencers of different races.

Reflecting on her early days on TV with "Geordie Shore," Charlotte acknowledges changes in what she's willing to share publicly, noting that she would avoid getting drunk on camera now due to her age.

In the latest series of "Charlotte in Sunderland," she shares intimate details of her life, including her grief over losing her grandmother, her relationship with her fiancé Jake, and her future family plans. Charlotte, known for her natural comic ability, credits her humor to genetics, sharing that her mother, who often appears on her show, is also very funny.

Charlotte's journey through fame and how she navigates the complexities of living a life in the public eye, including the positive and negative aspects of social media influence.