From Former Gymnast to Overnight Sensation: The Most Searched Female Streamer
Meet Lưu Phương, a 30-year-old former elite gymnast from China. She is a six-time national champion and has won the World Cup in gymnastics six times. In the past, Lưu Phương was affectionately dubbed the “Princess of the Balance Beam” by the media. Unfortunately, due to an injury in 2012, she had to retire from competitive gymnastics in 2013. Following her retirement, she enrolled at Peking University and later became a teacher at the institution.
At the beginning of 2024, she signed a contract with a live streaming company and became a streamer. Her account regularly posts short videos showcasing her sensual dance performances. With her striking looks, charming face, and alluring figure, Lưu Phương quickly gained a large following on social media platforms.
Drama Unfolds: A Controversial Exchange
Things took a turn when a former colleague left a comment on one of Lưu Phương’s videos expressing dissatisfaction with her activities, claiming they reflect negatively on gymnastics. In response, the streamer fired back: “Those who can’t eat grapes call them sour.”
The exchange escalated, leading to a tense atmosphere and mixed reactions from the audience. Many questioned whether her bold, sensual dances were appropriate for a former national athlete. Some argued that despite her past as a representative of the country, she cannot shake off the label of a gymnast. Others defended her, stating that beautiful women don’t resort to theft or robbery. They emphasized that she is earning fame and income through her own efforts.
Lưu Phương later went live to clarify the controversies. She revealed that she has loved dancing since her school days and that her family supports her streaming career. She apologized to her fans, saying, “My argument has wasted everyone’s time. I’m sorry for this.”
In just over two hours, her live stream attracted more than 760,000 viewers and received 1.3 million likes. Some commented that she effectively used the controversy for PR, as her fanbase skyrocketed from 50,000 to over one million overnight.
Source: News.QQ
