Incident Overview

American singer Doja Cat found herself at the center of a controversy on April 26, 2026, after an unexpected incident during her live stream. A supporter, PlaqueBoyMax, was banned by her moderators despite actively supporting the stream, sparking backlash across the Twitch community.

How the Controversy Began

During the live stream, PlaqueBoyMax showed support by gifting 10 Twitch subscriptions. However, in a surprising move, Doja Cat’s moderators banned him from the stream.

Frustrated by the action, PlaqueBoyMax reacted live, saying, “Doja, stop your mods!” The clip quickly went viral, leading to widespread criticism and confusion among fans.

Social Media Reaction

The incident triggered a strong reaction on social media platforms. Many users questioned the moderation system and criticized the unfair treatment of a supporter. The controversy soon became a trending topic within the Twitch and online streaming community.

Doja Cat’s Response

On April 27, Doja Cat addressed the issue on X (formerly Twitter), clarifying that the ban was not her decision. She stated that PlaqueBoyMax had done nothing wrong and expressed concern over the actions of her moderation team.

She also announced that she would be removing some moderators to ensure such incidents do not happen again.

Steps for Improvement

To regain trust, Doja Cat promised to restructure her moderation team and introduce new moderators who would maintain fairness and transparency. This move is seen as an effort to improve viewer experience and prevent misuse of moderation powers.

Community Involvement

The controversy gained further attention when popular streamer Kai Cenat supported the stream by gifting 50 subscriptions, highlighting the scale of engagement and support despite the issue.