Becoming Jazzy Whipps

Jazzy Whipps is the UK's biggest deaf influencer - but success brings trolling. It takes courage and resilience to be Jazzy. Funded and supported by Together TV and BSLBT. Stream BEcoming Jazzy Whipps on Together TV's streaming service or check the TV guide to see when it's on next.

 

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On her 21st birthday, Jazzy Whipps discovered millions of hateful comments after her YouTube video “Can my family understand my deaf voice?” went viral, reaching over 6 million views. This trolling experience was detrimental to Jazzy’s mental health. She disappeared from social media and turned off her voice.  

It is heartbreaking to think that millions of people felt the need to leave such hurtful comments. But, as you get to know Jazzy behind the scenes in “Becoming Jazzy Whipps” you’ll be relieved to see her bouncing back and striving to spread kindness online. 

Jazzy’s story shows us even influencers can experience cyber bullying and being kind online is even more important than ever before. To beat the bullies, we need to come together to spread kindness online to banish the trolls once and for all. Read our blog for tips on being kind online and Jazzy's own tips on looking after yourself >>

 

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