Makeup influencer dies after sustained cyberbullying and homophobic trolling on Instagram
Summary
Yashu Singh, known online as Makeover Yash, a 500,000-follower makeup artist and LGBTQ+ influencer based in Patna, India, died on August 7, 2025. His sister and family confirmed the death on Instagram. Reports indicate Yash had been subjected to sustained online trolling and homophobic comments on his Instagram posts, with one actor noting the comment section contained over 4,000 abusive remarks. His family has said the harassment deeply affected his mental health. Police collected his phone and are investigating his Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook accounts for evidence linking the cyberbullying to his death. His final video, posted shortly before his death, went viral.
Incident Details
Repeated online harassment targeting individuals, often over sustained periods.
Sources
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