YouTube sensation Rachell ‘Valkyrae’ Hofstetter had the perfect comeback after a viewer criticized her for being 32 and not starting a family. The popular streamer, who has built a massive online presence, responded with her signature wit and humor, shutting down the age-related remark.
Valkyrae has risen to fame not just for her streams but for her versatility across various industries. She’s modeled for fashion giant Gucci, appeared in music videos for Machine Gun Kelly, co-owns the esports organization 100 Thieves, and recently launched her own anime production company. Her multi-faceted career shows she’s more than just a gaming personality, and she’s used her success to live life on her own terms.
However, it seems not everyone is on board with her lifestyle. Recently, a social media user took aim at Valkyrae’s age, after she shared a TikTok video of herself lip-syncing to a viral trend. The viewer, seemingly disturbed by the streamer’s age, tweeted, “Valkyrae is 32 years old dressing like a schoolgirl. Super weird, go start a family.”
Rather than staying silent, Valkyrae chose to fire back in a playful yet sharp response. Addressing the criticism in a sarcastic manner, she said, “I’m here to address the allegations. The allegations being that, yes, the rumors are true. I am aging, and I am, indeed, a woman. I am a woman with ovaries, and I am aging. And yes, for the rest of my life, I’m going to be told I am ‘too old’ to play video games and ‘too old’ to dress up for Halloween.”
Despite her witty reply, the critic didn’t back down, doubling down by labeling her as “expired” in a follow-up tweet. While the comment section on the post became divided, many fans rallied behind Valkyrae, showing their support for her confidence in the face of unwarranted criticism.
This isn’t the first time Valkyrae has addressed trolls. She has previously discussed embracing natural aging and openly expressed her views on societal expectations of women. In a candid broadcast in August, Valkyrae humorously reflected on aging, saying, “When I hit menopause, that brick wall, it’s gonna happen, and it is what it is. I will buy my 50 cats, and I will be alone forever. That is the plan.”
Valkyrae’s ability to maintain a lighthearted approach while addressing negative comments reflects her strong mindset and her refusal to let societal pressures dictate how she lives her life. In an industry where appearance and youth are often emphasized, she continues to be a role model for embracing authenticity and living unapologetically on her own terms.