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James Charles has once again hit the headlines as he attempts to relaunch his public persona and business ventures. According to Cosmopolitan, James recently gave a wide-ranging interview in which he directly addressed the allegations of inappropriate conversations with minors that surfaced in 2021, acknowledging his mistakes but firmly denying any claims of grooming or predatory intent. He described the toll the controversy took on his mental health, sharing that he was in a very dark place immediately following his public apology and demonetization by YouTube, but emphasizing that he is determined to move forward and learn from his past.
In this interview, James candidly recounted the aftermath of his “holding myself accountable” video where he admitted to engaging in flirty conversations with two sixteen-year-olds when he was twenty-one. He reiterated that he did not knowingly communicate with anyone underage and was mortified upon learning the truth. He also pushed back against inflated figures of allegations, claiming the often-quoted number of 15 accusers lacked any fact-checking or evidence.
This attempt at a comeback is timed with the rollout of his new makeup line, Painted, which he hopes will help him rebuild his brand and recapture lost business after his separation from brands like Morphe and a notable drop in his viewership and popularity. Despite losing millions in potential earnings and key business relationships, James is optimistic that people will allow him space to grow and move forward, stating he believes in accountability but rejects the idea that a single mistake should end someone's entire career.
On social media, James remains active, though commentary around his recent interview is mixed, with many former fans skeptical of his motivations and some openly questioning how he remains relevant. Meanwhile, according to Bored Panda, his engagement and popularity online are a fraction of what they were at his peak. Nonetheless, he still boasts over 24 million YouTube subscribers and continues to post content, seeking to rebuild trust and audience. In the past 48 hours, James posted on Threads at 7:20 PM on September 19, 2025, which has drawn both support and criticism across platforms.
Compared to the swirl of fast-moving drama of previous years, no new major scandals or business ventures have been reported in the very latest media cycle, but the ripple effects of his controversial past still loom over every public move he makes. James Charles’s ongoing efforts to control his own narrative and stage a comeback remain a focal point both within the beauty industry and across wider social media.
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