TikTok creators Rosealee and Jakes are facing public backlash after a video allegedly featuring their daughter, Shantau, surfaced online. The video reportedly shows the child, who is believed to be around 12 years old, vaping and dancing in a way many viewers considered inappropriate. At one point, the footage allegedly shows her twerking on a bed.
Some viewers pointed to details in the background, such as a “big purple room”, as possible evidence linking the video to Rosealee’s home. Several viewers have suggested the video was filmed before Shantau and her brother, Bar Bar, were removed from Rosealee’s care by state authorities. They reached this conclusion given that the children are no longer staying at the home.
While the children now reside with a guardian in the neighbourhood, they are allowed to visit Rosealee, who relocated not long ago. The video is dark, and the faces are unclear, making identification difficult, but many viewers are adamant that the girl in the video with an Afro hairstyle is Shantau.
The situation sparked a heated debate over parental responsibility. Some viewers criticised Rosealee directly, claiming she failed toTikTok creators Rosealee and Jakes are facing public backlash after a video allegedly featuring their daughter, Shantau, surfaced online. The video reportedly shows the child, who is believed to be around 12 years old, vaping and dancing in a way many viewers considered inappropriate. At one point, the footage allegedly shows her twerking on a bed.
Some viewers pointed to details in the background, such as a “big purple room”, as possible evidence linking the video to Rosealee’s home. Several viewers have suggested the video was filmed before Shantau and her brother, Bar Bar, were removed from Rosealee’s care by state authorities. They reached this conclusion given that the children are no longer staying at the home.
While the children now reside with a guardian in the neighbourhood, they are allowed to visit Rosealee, who relocated not long ago. The video is dark, and the faces are unclear, making identification difficult, but many viewers are adamant that the girl in the video with an Afro hairstyle is Shantau.
The situation sparked a heated debate over parental responsibility. Some viewers criticised Rosealee directly, claiming she failed to properly supervise her children. However, some indicated that the Jakes should be held accountable as well. “Bad to bad, unu can’t blame Rose alone,” one user wrote, noting that the children still visit the home and are around other relatives. Another social media user highlighted Jake’s role, saying, “Jake’s is just as responsible. A few suggested that he sometimes prevented Rosealee from disciplining the children. Meanwhile, a few others questioned whether he should be blamed if the children were not in his direct care at the time.
Many social media users weighed in on broader issues, including the impact of environment, peer influence, and online content on children. One commenter noted, “Children live what they learn,” while others emphasised the importance of both parents guiding and disciplining their children appropriately. Some also suggested that internet attention can amplify misbehaviour, especially when videos of minors circulate online.
properly supervise her children. However, some indicated that the Jakes should be held accountable as well. “Bad to bad, unu can’t blame Rose alone,” one user wrote, noting that the children still visit the home and are around other relatives. Another social media user highlighted Jake’s role, saying, “Jake’s is just as responsible. A few suggested that he sometimes prevented Rosealee from disciplining the children. Meanwhile, a few others questioned whether he should be blamed if the children were not in his direct care at the time.
Many social media users weighed in on broader issues, including the impact of environment, peer influence, and online content on children. One commenter noted, “Children live what they learn,” while others emphasised the importance of both parents guiding and disciplining their children appropriately. Some also suggested that internet attention can amplify misbehaviour, especially when videos of minors circulate online.
