After Charlie Kirk's death in September 2025, social media was ablaze with claims involving the conservative commentator and a trans influencer's OnlyFans account. Allegations circulated that Kirk secretly subscribed using his legal name, spending a hefty £22,640 ($30,000) in the process.
At the center of this digital storm is Jade Trap Girl, the influencer who took to Instagram announcing she had the 'receipts' to back her claims. The alleged irony of a conservative figure supporting a platform and creator he publicly opposed fueled the story's rapid spread.
The claims caught fire, with users on both sides debating the narrative. Screenshots purportedly tying Kirk to the account went viral, drawing attention to the transaction's scale and the alleged use of his legal name. However, skeptics pointed out discrepancies, noting Kirk's previous criticisms of OnlyFans and anti-trans views.
“Despite the buzz, creators on OnlyFans can't see subscribers’ legal names – just display names that anyone can change,” commented one platform user.
This technical limitation raises red flags about the claim's validity. OnlyFans' privacy settings protect user identities, only allowing creators access to chosen display names, not verified personal information.
Enter Jason Sawyer, an X user who questioned the claim's legitimacy. His investigation showed that the handle 'ownthelibz1776' was available, suggesting it wasn’t tied to any account at the time. OnlyFans prohibits duplicate usernames, indicating the handle couldn’t have been previously used by Kirk.
Sawyer's findings have added skepticism to the viral claims, emphasizing that without verified platform data, the allegations remain speculative. "OF also doesn't allow duplicate usernames, so the handle couldn't have belonged to anyone else," he noted.
The incident has ignited broader discussions about privacy, public perception, and misinformation's role in shaping narratives. Critics accused Kirk of hypocrisy, while others demanded evidence before drawing conclusions. The saga highlights how quickly unproven claims can gain traction online, influencing public discourse.
Media analysts stress the dangers of misinformation, pointing out how emotional stories with visual elements often appear credible despite lacking verification. As this situation develops, it serves as a reminder of the complexities in assessing viral claims involving anonymous digital identities and figures who can't respond.