Cuffem defends his use of a homophobic slur against xQc, citing insults of being “fat and broke” as justification for his actions.
Kick streamer Cuffem has ignited controversy by justifying his use of a homophobic slur against Felix “xQc,” citing retaliatory insults hurled at him. The incident occurred during a heated exchange between the two streamers while playing Call of Duty alongside other creators, including Adin Ross, Trainwreckstv, and Omie.
The controversy arose when Adin’s friends, ShnaggyHose and Cuffem, used offensive language, including the f-word slur, towards xQc after a viral clip surfaced showing him kissing male streamer AustinShow. While ShnaggyHose has since apologized for his remarks, Cuffem defended his actions, claiming he retaliated against insults from xQc, who allegedly called him “fat and broke.”
Cuffem argued that xQc’s insults about his personal attributes, which he admits are true, were equally hurtful as being labeled homophobic slurs. In his view, both insults crossed the line of acceptable banter during gaming sessions. He asserted that he merely reciprocated in kind, believing it to be a fair exchange in the heat of the moment.
However, xQc disagreed, expressing his belief that certain topics, such as race and sexual orientation, should be off-limits for jokes or insults due to their sensitive nature. He emphasized the importance of maintaining respect and sensitivity towards marginalized communities, especially within his own streaming community.
xQc further clarified his stance, distinguishing between insults based on personal attributes like weight or financial status and those targeting marginalized identities. While he acknowledged that insults about personal attributes might be hurtful, he argued that they do not carry the same weight of discrimination and oppression as homophobic slurs.
The conversation escalated as Cuffem defended his position, highlighting xQc’s own behavior of flaunting his wealth, which he perceived as belittling those with less financial means. He contended that insults about financial status could also be considered offensive, likening them to discrimination against overweight individuals.
In response, xQc reiterated his stance, emphasizing his commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all viewers, regardless of their background or identity. He reiterated his decision to disassociate from streams featuring homophobic language, emphasizing his personal responsibility to uphold certain standards on his platform.
The clash between Cuffem and xQc underscores broader debates within the streaming community regarding acceptable behavior, language, and values. It highlights the ongoing tension between freedom of expression and the responsibility to foster a respectful and inclusive online environment, particularly in gaming communities where toxicity and harassment are prevalent.
As xQc continues to uphold his stance against homophobia and discrimination on his streams, the incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to promote tolerance, respect, and empathy within online communities.