'Looksmaxxing' influencer Clavicular has been rushed to hospital after he suffered from suspected overdose. According to a source to The Hollywood Reporter, the incident took place on Tuesday evening in Miami.
The online streamer, whose real name is Braden Peters, is currently in a 'stable condition'.
The mishap happened earlier in the day when Clavicular was livestreaming on Kick. The streaming was abruptly cut off and this concerned his fans. In a video going viral, the streamer is seen sitting with a few friends. He appears to be under the influence of some drug.
Later, in a multiple videos available on X, the influencer was seen being taken to a black car by a group of people. He seemed unresponsive as they carried him to the car.
Who Is Clavicular?
Clavicular is a controversial influencer who has gained popularity for his extreme focus on physical appearance and self-optimisation. He is known for promoting 'looksmaxxing', a trend on maximising attractiveness.
Clavicular has drawn criticism for endorsing far more dangerous practices, such as 'bone-smashing', which involves attempting to alter facial structure through physical force. His persona on social media leans heavily into self-obsession and shock value, which has helped him not only attract attention but also receive significant backlash.
Recently, Clavicular hogged headlines after abruptly walking out of an interview on '60 Minutes Australia'. During the segment, correspondent Adam Hegarty questioned him about whether he identifies as an incel and his alleged ties to Andrew Tate. The online streamer reacted defensively to the line of questioning and attempted to turn the exchange on the interviewer by making a derogatory remark.
Beyond his behaviour, he has also faced legal issues. He is reportedly under investigation by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission over a video that appears to show him shooting an alligator. He was also arrested in Florida on misdemeanor battery charges after authorities alleged he provoked a physical altercation between two women and later posted the incident online.
What Is 'Looksmaxxing' Trend?
It is a popular trend among young men that revolves around maximizing looks. Although this trend includes some harmless habits like grooming and fitness, it also promotes 'bone-smashing'.