In a delightful twist during a recent Twitch livestream, beloved content creator Imane “Pokimane” Anys stumbled upon something unexpectedly wholesome: old chat messages from fellow streamer Adin Ross. The moment, which quickly went viral among fans, revealed a softer and more innocent side to their interactions, breaking away from any previously perceived tension.

While casually browsing through chat logs on her stream, Pokimane expressed genuine surprise when she discovered that Adin Ross had previously chatted in her Twitch stream.

“Adin Ross. I don’t think he’s ever written in my chat… Oh, he has.”

What followed was a series of wholesome reactions as she read through Ross’s old messages like:

• “Yo, what’s good?”
• “Nice to meet you.”
• “Hey, how are you doing? Can I play?”
• “Hey, can I join this lobby?”
• “Hi. Dundar CLV. I wanna play. GT?”

Her tone quickly shifted from surprise to affection, saying with a smile:

“Wait, it’s actually cute to see these dudes… He’s just a gamer. I guess he’s more of a gamer than I thought.”

A Refreshingly Clear Mindset

Pokimane’s vibe throughout the stream was noticeably light and peaceful. She revealed she had taken a break from the chaos of social media.

“Oh my god, my brain has been so clear the last two weeks I’ve been gone. I did not touch Twitter or TikTok, except maybe once near the music video time… Dude, my brain feels so smooth and clear. It’s like I washed it. It’s like I gave my brain a bath. It’s great.”

This clarity seemed to contribute to her wholesome response to Adin’s messages and her reflective attitude about recent online drama. When asked if she’d seen a recent clip involving xQc and Adin Ross talking about her, she responded with a genuine sense of detachment:

“Absolutely not… If there are any clips or things of people talking about me—like if I’m beefing someone—I don’t know. Can you tell me? Am I beefing someone? I hope not, ‘cause I… you know. No? Oh thank god.”

A Bit of Background: The Cookie Controversy and Its Aftermath

This moment of levity comes not long after a more contentious interaction between Pokimane and Adin Ross. In November 2023, Pokimane faced backlash for jokingly responding to criticism over the pricing of her Myna Snacks cookie line with the phrase:

“If you’re a broke boy, just say so.”

While meant to be tongue-in-cheek, the comment drew mixed reactions. Pokimane later issued a public apology, explaining that the joke had been poorly received and she regretted how it came across.

Adin Ross reacted to the apology on his stream with skepticism, saying:

“Her talent agency, her manager made her write that sht! Get the f** out of here, bro! Stop! Why would you apologize? Why?”

Despite this tension, Pokimane’s recent reaction to Adin’s past messages shows a willingness to forgive, forget, and move on.

“I forgive him. I don’t even give a f***.”

Fans React to the Wholesome Vibe

Fans of both creators loved the unexpected moment of kindness. Social media was flooded with clips and quotes from the stream, with many praising Pokimane for her maturity, openness, and ability to see the good in people, even those she’s publicly disagreed with.

“This is why Poki’s a queen,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “She doesn’t hold grudges and knows how to laugh things off.”

Others appreciated the insight into Adin Ross’s early Twitch days, revealing a more innocent, gamer-focused side to the often controversial streamer.

A Positive Turn in Streaming Culture

In an industry often filled with drama, callouts, and conflict, moments like this serve as a refreshing reminder of the humanity behind the screen names. Pokimane’s wholesome reaction and cheerful demeanor reminded fans that content creators, despite their differences, can share mutual respect and appreciation.

Whether or not this leads to a future collab between Pokimane and Adin Ross remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: sometimes all it takes is a few forgotten chat messages to remind us that we’re all just gamers at heart.