"Superman to Clark Kent": Clavicular heavily trolled after quitting testosterone as viral transformation shocks viewers
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At a glance
- Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular, real name Braden Peters, faced online criticism after quitting testosterone.
- His hospitalization in April prompted a reevaluation of his lifestyle and substance use.
- While some mocked his changed appearance, others praised his focus on long-term health.
Online personality Clavicular, known for his looksmaxxing content, is now the subject of intense debate after a noticeable shift in his appearance following his decision to stop using testosterone and other substances. The 20-year-old influencer, whose real name is Braden Peters, has sparked discussions about health, fertility, and the pressures of online beauty standards.
Just got home. That was rough.
Clavicular's transformation began to gain attention after a health scare led to his hospitalization in April. This incident prompted him to reconsider the lifestyle that fueled his online persona. He expressed that his substance use was a coping mechanism to appear neurotypical in public, but acknowledged it was not a sustainable solution. He stated his intention to cease using substances, potentially permanently.
All of the substances are just a coping mechanism to feel neurotypical while in public, but obviously that isnโt a real solution.
His appearance on a livestream in late May drew immediate comments comparing his current physique to earlier images. Some social media users cruelly joked he had transformed from "Superman to Clark Kent." Speculation arose that ceasing testosterone might have impacted his muscular build, with some also suggesting fertility issues as a possible factor, though Clavicular has not confirmed these claims.
The worst part of tonight was my face coming down off the life-support mask.
While critics mocked his reduced physique, a significant portion of his audience praised his choice. Supporters commended his decision to prioritize long-term health and well-being over maintaining an image built on extreme looksmaxxing practices. The debate highlights the complex relationship between online influencers, physical appearance, and personal health.
Iโm not gonna be doing any other substances for a little while, hopefully forever.
Originally published by Times of India. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.