Fish Stomping Incident
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Perhaps the earliest and most infamous incident, the June 2021 Fish-Stomping Incident occurred when Josh was filmed stomping on a live fish until it died, while laughing gleefully. This footage, posted around June 2, 2021, quickly gained attention online. In the video, Josh appeared to show little concern for the fish, smiling and seemingly enjoying the act, even stating, "I want to smash its brains out." This event is widely regarded as possibly the earliest example of Josh’s disregard for life and animal cruelty, marking a significant moment in his online history.
Background
The incident began when a video surfaced showing Josh stomping on a fish he had recently purchased. The fish was alive at the time of purchase, and Josh proceeded to crush it to death, laughing and expressing delight during the act. The footage spread rapidly across social media platforms, sparking immediate outrage from viewers who condemned his actions as cruel and unnecessary.
Response from Fans
The incident became widely criticized, and Josh later responded with several apologies. In a livestream, he claimed he had been told the fish was already dead and that he had been "set up" by the person recording him, using this as an excuse to deflect blame and avoid being "canceled." He also asked viewers to forget about the incident, asserting that he couldn’t be canceled because he had a "monopoly" on NYC roaming videos. However, evidence revealed that the fish was alive when Josh acquired it, directly contradicting his defense. In a TikTok comment, Josh later claimed he was "dared to do it," further attempting to shift responsibility.
The controversy escalated when the hotel Josh was staying at was allegedly swatted after someone falsely reported a bomb threat during his livestream. This led to Josh being kicked out of the hotel, though the manager later apologized and provided compensation.
The Livestream
Josh’s livestream response became a focal point of the incident. In it, he oscillated between defiance and pleas for forgiveness:
- "I was set up by the guy recording me—it was a dead fish, I swear!"
- "You can’t cancel me; I’ve got a monopoly on NYC roaming videos!"
- "Just forget about it, stop hating on me—I didn’t mean it like that."
Throughout the stream, Josh appeared agitated, repeatedly asking viewers to drop the issue while doubling down on his claim of being framed. The livestream only fueled further debate, with many viewers unconvinced by his explanations.
Aftermath
Following the incident, Josh faced significant online backlash, with users accusing him of animal cruelty and questioning his character. His apologies were met with skepticism, particularly after his TikTok comment about being "dared" surfaced, which many saw as an attempt to deflect responsibility. The swatting incident added another layer of chaos, though it was quickly resolved with the hotel’s apology.
The event marked a turning point for Josh’s online reputation. While he retained some supporters who accepted his "set up" narrative, a larger portion of the community viewed the incident as a clear example of his disregard for accountability. His claim of an NYC roaming video "monopoly" became a point of mockery, and the controversy lingered as a stain on his digital presence.
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[Joshua is on a livestream, addressing the fish-stomping video. His tone is defensive and erratic.] Joshua: "Alright, listen up, everyone—I’m tired of this hate. That fish? It was already dead, okay? The guy recording told me it was dead, and I was set up! This was a total setup to cancel me!" [He pauses, looking at the camera with a smirk.] Joshua: "And guess what? You can’t cancel me. I’ve got a monopoly on NYC roaming videos—nobody does it like me. So just forget about it, alright? Stop hating!" [He grows more animated, raising his voice.] Joshua: "I didn’t even do anything wrong! They dared me to do it—someone dared me! And now you’re all acting like I’m some monster. It’s ridiculous!" [He sighs, running a hand through his hair.] Joshua: "Look, I’m sorry if it upset you, but it wasn’t my fault. Just drop it already—I’m not going anywhere!" |
References
[1] https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1dlbdwq/this_was_the_start_of_joshes_down_fall/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button [2] https://youtube.com/shorts/BHJzNHzNxWQ?si=ZNAZcpBFFJNUSrxV [3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMfExZ1SVXE [4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHJzNHzNxWQ [5] https://twitter.com/nets1311/status/1400977181476589571?t=36iOtkjnorlevhOHPYyF-w&s=19 [6] https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/13k762l/fish_incident/ [7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JULOXov8FLc [8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rt01AP3nU4w [9] https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1d8uqdx/3_year_anniversary_of_the_fish_incident/