Lil Tay, the former child star turned internet sensation, reportedly earned more than $1 million within just three hours of launching her OnlyFans account. She shared a screenshot of her earnings on X, noting that she had smashed the record previously held by rapper Bhad Bhabie, who had made a similar amount in under six hours back in 2021.

Her post revealed a total of $1,024,298.09 in revenue, with $511,000.79 from subscriptions, nearly $490,000 from messages, and over $26,000 in tips. While OnlyFans has not confirmed the milestone, it quickly ignited buzz and comparisons to other viral content creators.

On TikTok, Lil Tay explained that her inspiration came from sex-positive celebrities like Sydney Sweeney and Sabrina Carpenter. “I just turned 18, and honestly, my biggest reason for wanting to drop the link has been Sabrina Carpenter and Sydney Sweeney,” she said. She defended both stars, stating critics need to check their misogyny, and positioned herself as their youngest and most vocal supporter.

Her move generated backlash from users on X. One commenter wrote, “I thought Lil Tay was based for all the takes she made previously, but oh well, she really did fall down onto the earth’s crust by turning into a hypocrite the moment she turned 18.” Another added, “She needs help. But also, there are a lot of weirdos in this world that subscribe as soon as she turns 18.”

Questions also surfaced about her actual age. A user claimed she was “9 in 2018” and said she had stated last year she was 14, concluding that she should only be around 15 or 16 today. The debate over her eligibility to use OnlyFans added to the controversy.

Past Scandals Still Follow Lil Tay

Lil Tay celebrated her 18th birthday last July 29.

In 2023, Lil Tay became the center of a viral death hoax when a post on her Instagram account announced her passing. No confirmation came from her parents, and no official reports were filed with Los Angeles authorities. The post was taken down the following day, and Lil Tay resurfaced on social media about a month later.

She later claimed in an interview with Rolling Stone that her estranged father, Christopher Hope, was behind the hoax, calling it a “last resort to sabotage her.” Hope denied the allegation, suggesting the incident was a PR stunt orchestrated by her camp.

“Somebody has a strategy that a good way to get publicity is to make accusations against me. They’re all false,” he told the outlet at the time. The accusation added fuel to an already chaotic narrative surrounding the influencer’s personal life and public image.

Public Reactions Split Between Fame and Concern

With her earnings climbing and visibility surging, Lil Tay’s decision to enter the adult content space at the legal threshold of adulthood is both a business milestone and a cultural flashpoint. Some supporters see her as empowered, citing her freedom to monetize her image on her terms. Others question the ethics behind massive public attention toward an 18-year-old’s debut on an adult platform.

Whether seen as a shrewd business move or a controversial leap, the debut has secured Lil Tay’s place once again in the center of public discourse. Her critics remain vocal, her fans loyal, and the internet, as always, is watching.