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Twitch streamers BaboAbe and Natsumiii have announced their separation after nine months of marriage, sharing this news with their viewers.
BaboAbe opened up about the situation during a live stream on Twitch, expressing his efforts to salvage the marriage, despite acknowledging that it may not always be feasible.
The support from fans and friends has been overwhelming, yet it is crucial for viewers to honor the boundaries and privacy of content creators during difficult periods.
Twitch streamers Abe "BaboAbe" Chung and Wendy "Natsumiii" Luo have recently announced their separation, almost nine months into their marriage. Although they mostly maintained privacy regarding their relationship, they occasionally shared glimpses of their connection with viewers while streaming together on Twitch. In 2021, they made their engagement public.
In November of last year, BaboAbe and Natsumiii exchanged vows and broadcasted their intimate wedding on Twitch, fulfilling one of the subathon goals set by Natsumiii. During the stream, their friend and fellow streamer, Disguised Toast, hosted the event, capturing the attention of over 60,000 viewers. Following their wedding, they continued to keep their relationship discreet while enjoying gaming sessions with friends.
BaboAbe took to Twitter on July 31 to confirm that he and Natsumiii are no longer together. Addressing the situation on Twitch, he shared that he had done everything he could to save their marriage but ultimately, it was not feasible. In light of these circumstances, he kindly requested viewers to respect both his and Natsumiii's privacy during this challenging period. While Natsumiii has yet to issue a separate statement, she did retweet BaboAbe's announcement. During the Twitch stream, BaboAbe acknowledged facing a difficult few months but reassured his audience that he has taken vital steps towards prioritizing his well-being. Notably, numerous viewers and friends, including Pokimane, QTCinderella, and Kyedae, have expressed their love and support for the couple through online means.
Fans in the streaming community often keep track of their favorite creators' love lives. While most fans show positive support, there are some who take it too far by attempting to expose the partners of certain streamers. An instance of this occurred with Pokimane and her rumored boyfriend, despite her repeated statements that she would never make her romantic relationships public.
There have also been messy breakups and conflicts witnessed by Twitch viewers in real-time. For instance, Amouranth shared her experience of an abusive relationship with her ex-husband, and xQc and Adept had heated arguments while they were still together. Regardless of what details creators have chosen to disclose, it is crucial for fans to respect their boundaries and avoid sending hurtful comments to the other party in misguided "support" for their favorite creators.
