Influencer and TikToker Faces Backlash Over Old Video of Toddler Smoking Vape

A popular New York City influencer has issued an apology after an old video surfaced showing her laughing while a teenage friend forced a toddler to smoke a vape. The footage, recorded when the influencer was just 15, depicted a young boy inhaling from a vape device, coughing afterward, with both girls laughing nearby.

The clip stirred outrage when it was rediscovered and widely shared online. In the video, the toddler appears confused and concerned as he sucks on the vape, with his gaze shifting between the teenage girl behind the camera and her friend who offered the device.

On social media, the influencer explained that she was grieving the recent loss of her mother when the incident occurred and admitted that her actions were reckless. She stated, “I am human, I make mistakes and this is one I regret more than anything. It does not reflect who I am today.” She also mentioned that she had fully cooperated with law enforcement and accepted responsibility for her role, acknowledging that simply being present and filming made her just as culpable.

Jordan indicated that her behavior was influenced by her grief and negative peer influences at the time. She added that her mental state was compromised due to her mother’s recent death, and she was making poor decisions fueled by alcohol and peer pressure.

Some online users criticized her, emphasizing that grief does not justify endangering children. One commenter noted, “I’ve grieved but never thought about hurting a child,” while others expressed outrage over the potential harm caused.

Before the controversy, Jordan had built a following through lifestyle and beauty videos, collaborating with brands like White Fox Boutique, Bloom, and Essence Makeup. She stated that her actions as a teen do not define her current character and expressed remorse for the incident.