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Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Natalie Reynolds related to Ryan Reynolds? Controversial TikToker under fire for tricking women into jumping into a lake
Natalie Reynolds, a 26-year-old TikToker and Kick streamer, is under serious fire after a prank video almost led to tragedy. Many online are now calling for her to be jailed. This week, a video of Natalie crying outside TikTok's Los Angeles office after her account got banned went viral, sparking even more outrage. Earlier, she had also gone viral for claiming to be actor Ryan Reynolds' daughter. Natalie Reynold's dangerous prank that crossed the line Natalie Reynolds went viral for all the wrong reasons after filming a disturbing "scavenger hunt" video in May at Austin's Lady Bird Lake. In the clip, she allegedly offered a homeless woman $20 to jump into the water—despite the woman not knowing how to swim. Footage shows the woman struggling and screaming for help while Reynolds and her group reportedly walked away. Emergency services were called, but the TikToker had already left the scene. ‼️TikToker Natalie Reynolds was banned from TikTok for deceiving a mentally ill homeless woman into jumping into a lake, by promising her $20.00, and then running away when she could not fire dept/paramedics had to pull her out of the water. Viral meltdown at TikTok HQ After TikTok banned her account, Reynolds was seen having an emotional breakdown outside the company's LA office. In another video, she blames another creator for being 'jealous' and says she plans to take legal action. But many online are convinced that her account was banned because of her 'scavenger hunt' prank. The irony wasn't lost on viewers, who noted she cried over lost clout but showed no concern for the woman she endangered. Natalie Reynolds crying and shouting outside of TikTok headquarters because she wants her account unbanned after deceiving a mentally ill homeless woman. TikTok is a career 😬... according to Natalie Reynolds and it should go with a messed makeup 😂Note: She got banned after convincing a homeless woman to jump into the lake for $20 then runaway. Social media demands justice: 'Why isn't she in jail' Social media users have been relentless in their criticism, with many calling for Reynolds to face legal consequences. Some have labeled her actions as attempted murder, while others argue she should at least be held accountable for endangerment. "MURDERER!!" Why isn't she in jail? Did she commit a crime if her intention was murder?" one user demanded. "And here you can hear her crying at TikTok headquarters because they banned her, and she doesn't have any sympathy towards the woman that almost drowned—none at all. We should make sure everybody in the US knows about this girl," wrote another. "Why was she not arrested and charged?! A civil lawsuit needs to be brought against her by the family of the bullied girl!! Where are the lawyers?" A third comment read. One person bluntly wrote, "She deserves it, dumb, cold-hearted little girl. She cries over her TikTok account but laughs while someone is drowning. She's the one messed up in the head, not the homeless woman." Some took a philosophical approach: "One doing, causing suffering will find out the hard way consciousness is within all. Treat others how you'd like to be treated. After all, what is within you is within all." The calls for justice were clear: "Jail her, honestly. Could be charged for attempted murder," one person stated. Is Natalie Reynolds related to Ryan Reynolds? Before this, Natalie had already gone viral for claiming to be Ryan Reynolds' daughter. In a TikTok video shared in March earlier this year, she lip-synced to 'Grace Kelly' by MIKA while wearing a red crop top and black pants. She then flashed a photo of Ryan Reynolds and said he was her dad. Natalia Reynolds claims to be the daughter of Ryan Reynolds. #RyanReynolds But it turned out to be just another one of her pranks. Natalie is known for doing things like this to get attention. She is not related to Ryan Reynolds at all. The only thing they seem to share is a last name. Meanwhile, the Deadpool & Wolverine actor shares four children with They have three daughters—James, Inez, and Betty—and their fourth child, a son whom they've named Olin, was born in early 2023. They're known for being very private about their family life.
Extra.ie
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Calls for content creator to face charges after horror prank on homeless woman
There are renewed calls for an American content creator to face criminal charges following a horrifying prank she pulled on a homeless woman in 2024. Last year, Natalie Reynolds, 26, livestreamed the prank where she promised to give the woman $20 (€17.50) if she jumped into a lake in Austin, Texas. The Los Angeles native promised the woman it was part of a 'scavenger hunt,' but began walking away when the woman entered water — despite protests that the woman could not swim. There are renewed calls for an American content creator to face criminal charges following a horrifying prank she pulled on a homeless woman in 2024. Pic: X The New York Post report that Reynolds gaslit the woman in the live-stream, insisting that she did not tell the woman to jump in. The content creator gets emotional when her friends warn her of the severity of the prank, with Reynolds and her friends then fleeing the scene before a fire truck pulls up to rescue the homeless lady. At the time, Austin Fire Department confirmed that they did attend the scene to provide medical assistance, adding that a person was retrieved from the water. Last year, Natalie Reynolds, 26, livestreamed the prank where she promised to give the woman $20 (€17.50) if she humped into a lake in Austin, Texas. Pic: X Reynolds first found fame on TikTok in 2022 with lip sync and dance videos, however her content later evolved into comedy, skits and pranks. The creator boasts more than 5.5m followers on YouTube, along with 320,000 followers on Instagram but she has since been banned on TikTok. While Natalie or TikTok have never confirmed the reason for her ban, many have alleged it was as a result of the prank on the homeless woman. While Natalie nor TikTok have never confirmed the reason for her ban, many have alleged that the reasoning is as a result of the prank on the homeless woman. Pic: Natalie Reynolds/ Instagram The 26-year-old has gone viral once again after video footage shows her crying outside TikTok's American headquarters and speaking on the phone, with Times of India stating she was 'pleading to be let inside.' Social media users have hit out at the content creator, with many wondering why she has not been charged for the prank. One wrote: 'If this is true, she should be arrested… Shameful.' Another commented: 'You would think what she did might be a crime?'
Express Tribune
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Natalie Reynolds seen distraught outside TikTok HQ after account ban linked to controversial prank video
A video showing content creator Natalie Reynolds in distress outside TikTok's Los Angeles headquarters has gone viral across social platforms. The 26-year-old influencer appeared visibly upset while attempting to communicate through the building's glass doors during a phone call, reportedly seeking reinstatement of her banned account. Reynolds first gained attention in 2022 through popular lip-sync and dance videos before expanding to prank content and collaborative skits with boyfriend Zachary Huelsman, building audiences of 5.6 million YouTube subscribers and 133,000 Instagram followers. ‼️TikToker Natalie Reynolds was banned from TikTok for deceiving a mentally ill homeless woman into jumping into a lake, by promising her $20.00, and then running away when she could not swim. Austin fire dept/paramedics had to pull her out of the water. — i Expose Racists & Pedos (@SeeRacists) June 9, 2025 TikTok is a career 😬 ... according to Natalie Reynolds and it should go with a messed makeup 😂 Note: She got banned after convincing a homeless woman to jump into the lake for $20 then runaway. — Miriam 🫶🇪🇺🫶 (@Polit1cswithM) June 10, 2025 'I can't swim - I can only float' Natalie Reynolds was a famous TikToker with 2.5M Followers - she convinced a homeless person to jump in this river for $20 and then ran away when she started getting in trouble. TikTok later banned her. Days later she was filmed outside… — Concerned Citizen (@BGatesIsaPyscho) June 10, 2025 The incident follows recent controversy surrounding Reynolds' May prank video in Austin, where she allegedly offered a homeless woman $20 to jump into Lady Bird Lake despite knowing the individual couldn't swim. According to NY Post reports, emergency services responded after Reynolds and her group left the struggling woman unattended. While the influencer claimed the stunt was part of a "scavenger hunt," the footage showed her walking away as the woman called for help. Reynolds attributes her TikTok ban to professional jealousy from fellow creators, though many online commentators have connected the suspension to backlash from the lake incident. The platform has not publicly commented on its decision. Since the ban, Reynolds has shifted focus to Kick streaming, where she regularly engages with her 33,000 followers. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between controversial content creation and platform moderation policies, particularly regarding potentially harmful pranks. Industry observers note the case exemplifies the challenges influencers face when balancing viral attention with responsible content creation.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Natalie Reynolds? Here's everything about the viral Kick streamer who was seen crying outside the TikTok HQ
Image via Youtube/@Nataliereynoldss A video of content creator Natalie Reynolds breaking down outside the TikTok headquarters has gone viral, and the internet has a lot to say. But who exactly is Natalie Reynolds? Why was she crying? And what led up to this dramatic moment? Here's everything you need to know about the 26-year-old streamer making headlines again. Who Is Natalie Reynolds? Natalie Reynolds is a 26-year-old social media influencer based in Los Angeles. She first gained traction on TikTok in 2022 with lip-sync and dance videos. Over time, her content evolved into prank skits, relationship-based comedy, and risqué banter with her boyfriend, Zack (real name: Zachary Huelsman). The duo's playful videos made them regulars on the 'For You' page. Beyond TikTok, Natalie has built a strong online presence. She has: More than 5.5 million YouTube subscribers Around 133K Instagram followers More than 33K followers on Kick, where she now streams regularly Natalie Reynolds' Emotional Meltdown Outside TikTok HQ Why Was Natalie Reynolds Crying Outside TikTok Headquarters in Viral Video? On June 9, a video surfaced on X (formerly Twitter) showing Natalie outside TikTok's headquarters in tears. She was seen anxiously speaking on the phone, pleading to be let inside. The reason? Her TikTok account had been banned, and she was reportedly trying to get it reinstated. Her emotional breakdown struck a chord online, with users debating whether it was genuine distress or a publicity move. What Caused the TikTok Ban? In May, Natalie faced intense criticism after a prank video showed her convincing a homeless woman to jump into Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas, for just $20. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sanitize & Smooth Clothes Fast with Philips Steamer Philips Garment Steamers Shop Now Undo The woman allegedly didn't know how to swim. Natalie reportedly reassured her it was part of a 'scavenger hunt' and promised to jump in after her. But when the woman entered the water, Natalie backed out and walked away. The woman was heard shouting that she couldn't swim, only float. A firetruck was later seen arriving at the scene, presumably to help. Natalie and her group had already left by then. Many viewers were outraged, calling for legal action. Despite the uproar, Natalie shrugged off the backlash and showed no sign of remorse in her follow-up content. What's Next for Natalie? Despite the TikTok ban and public backlash, Natalie continues to post content on her other platforms. She remains active on Kick, where she hosts livestreams and talks about her life. She's also still posting on Instagram and YouTube. However, her recent controversies are raising questions about influencer accountability—and whether platforms should step in when lines are crossed. Natalie Reynolds went viral for all the wrong reasons this time. From prank-gone-wrong to a breakdown at TikTok HQ, her journey is a reminder of how fast things can turn on the internet. Whether she makes a comeback or fades into digital infamy, one thing's certain: the internet is watching.
