Montreal's viral sensation Pinkydoll, known for her unique "NPC" (non-playable character) content on TikTok, is taking her talents to VH1's Love & Hip Hop: Miami. The social media star, whose real name is Fedha Sinon, joined the cast for the show's midseason return on Monday, February 10, making her debut on the show.
The reality series, which documents the lives of music industry figures in Miami's vibrant hip-hop scene, will follow Pinkydoll as she attempts to transform her internet fame into a music career. Her addition to the cast marks a significant shift from her digital roots, where she gained fame through her animated livestream performances and catchphrases like "Ice cream so good."
The show promises to reveal a more personal side of the TikTok phenomenon, exploring her family relationships, industry challenges, and journey from social media stardom to mainstream entertainment.
Pinkydoll’s journey to TikTok fame
Pinkydoll's path to stardom has been anything but conventional. Before her TikTok success, she worked as a stripper and ran a cleaning service business in Montreal. Her social media journey began in early 2023 when viewers started comparing her to video game NPCs during her livestreams.
"I was just being cute," she told The New York Times.
Adding:
"I remember someone saying, 'Oh my God, you look like an NPC.' And then they start sending me, like, crazy money."
The French-speaking creator quickly learned to capitalize on these comparisons, studying video games like Grand Theft Auto to perfect her NPC mannerisms. Her dedication paid off - she now earns between $2,000 and $3,000 per stream, with an estimated daily income of $7,000 across her social media platforms.
Pinkydoll's content falls into a unique TikTok genre where creators mimic video game background characters. Frequently, in response to "gifts" from viewers during livestreams, these performances are characterized by repeating statements and dramatic emotions. From these exchanges, several of her most well-known catchphrases developed naturally.
"I was doing a live and somebody sent me a beautiful gift, a real big gift. And I was like, 'Yes yes yes!'"
She explained to The Daily Beast:
"And then I was saying that and people continued to send gifts. So I was like, 'OK, there's a reaction to my stuff now.'"
Pinkydoll’s philosophy beyond the screen
Despite facing criticism about the nature of her content, Pinkydoll maintains a clear focus on her goals. "I was just looking for something new I could do on TikTok," she told Insider.
"But honestly, if people want to consider it fetish content, that's fine by me. They're only saying that because I have a great body and I look great, so people consider it a fetish. I'm getting paid either way."
Her motivation extends beyond personal success. As a single mother, she's determined to provide a better life for her son.
"He isn't going to have the stress that I had growing up," she wrote.
Explaining:
"I know what it's like to grow up with nothing, and I'm going to make sure he doesn't."
Love & Hip Hop: Miami will document Pinkydoll's attempts to break into the music industry, a world that often views social media stars with skepticism. The show will also explore her relationship with her younger sister and her role as a mother.
With the support of executive producers, including Mona Scott-Young, and an experienced production team, Pinkydoll's story promises to be one of the season's most compelling narratives.
Catch new episodes of Love & Hip Hop: Miami every Monday at 8 PM on VH1.
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