Summary
Twitchstreamer itsKatchii has been banned from the platform just days after making an offensive gesture during a livestream, a move that quickly ignited controversy across social media. This is not the first time itsKatchii has found herself at the center of controversy. In October 2024, theTwitchstreamer appeared visibly intoxicated during the highly anticipated finale of the organization’s Top Streamer competition, sparking major backlash.
Twitch bansare often shrouded in mystery, as the platform enforces penalties based on its own criteria without always directly informing the affected streamer. This approach has led to widespread criticism from content creators who feel left in the dark about the specific reasons behind their suspensions. In some cases, streamers only discover their ban after attempting to access their channel or being alerted by their viewers. This lack of transparency not only fuels frustration but also creates uncertainty about what behavior or content led to the penalty.
On February 4, itsKatchii participated in a Chinese New Year celebration stream alongside members of OTK. However, during the event, she made an inappropriate salute that immediately drew criticism from viewers. The incident quickly spread online, leading to widespread backlash. The following morning, Katchii addressed the controversy andissued an apology, acknowledging that her actions were “insensitive and just plain dumb.” She also admitted that she was reconsidering her drinking habits, stating, “Now that I’m a public figure, I should be more responsible for what I say and do." She further stated that “it is hard being online, especially when you’re constantly compared and criticized for every single thing you do.”
Twitch Streamer itsKatchii Banned After Controversial Gesture Sparks Backlash
Just two days later, on February 6, Twitch took action, suspending Katchii from the platform. Upon attempting to access her channel, users were met with a ban message stating, “This channel is temporarily unavailable due toa violation of Twitch’s Community Guidelinesor Terms of Service.” Following the suspension, Katchii took to social media to acknowledge the consequences of her actions. “Deserved. That was completely unacceptable and insensitive. It’s not funny, it’s not a joke, and it shouldn’t be normalized. I also realized I cannot handle alcohol in the slightest – I’m quitting,” she wrote. “Taking this time to reflect and be more mindful of my actions and the impact they have. To anyone I offended or disappointed, I’m sorry. See you in 7 days.”
ItsKatchii’s ban comes just days afterTwitch streamer DJ Akademiks disappeared from the platformafter he received backlash from viewers and other streamers following Akademiks making crude and sexual comments to a 15-year-old streamer called NourGxd. Twitch has historically taken a firm stance against inappropriate interactions between streamers and underage users, enforcing strict policies against such conduct. One of the most notable instances involved Dr Disrespect, who was permanently banned from the platform after allegedly using Twitch’s private messaging service to communicate with a minor. The platform’s zero-tolerance policy on sexually explicit interactions with minors suggests that streamers engaging in such behavior risk severe consequences, including permanent suspension.
