The alcohol just keeps flowing in the NZYT community, with yet another alcohol fueled night of late night phone calls, blog TV shows and dirty dancing in gay bars. Patrick (patrickblog), Tenani (nanisnap), Jess (jessums31) and Mitch (skinnykinney) converged on Patrick’s flat to drink vodka and sexually caress each other before going downtown to dance the night away at Auckland’s preeminent gay venue, Family Bar.
You can view recorded video of the Blog TV show recorded earlier in the night here.
I’ve also picked out a few of the quote highlights from the night, as sent in to NZYT Gossip by a dedicated informant:
Tenani: “Everyone’s got a hole, you’ve just gotta find it.”
Tenani: “Patrick can’t feel his face and Jess can’t feel her vagina, I think they should put them together”
Tenani: “Where’s the clitORis?”
Jess: “You mean clitoris?”
Tenani: “Oh is that how you say it?”
Jess: “I don’t feel anything, I don’t even feel my vagina”
Here are a selection of photographs from the night as sent in to NZYT Gossip.
Perhaps the moral of this story should be be careful who you call when you drink. They might just forward the call to a gossip blog.
After the thrilling events of this month’s Twitter meltdown, things seem to have smoothed over in the past week. Patrick (patrickblog) has changed his mind and decided he will be coming to the NZYT Gathering after all. Charlie (charlieskies) is still a big question mark.
With Stephen (3sixty5days) still confirmed as coming, latest reports are that Jess (jessums31) has put all effort into wooing him at the NZYT Gathering. Rumour has it Jess is hoping their long standing relationship will go to the next level in July. Stephen has been spotted leaving Jess flirty comments across the internet. I am following this story closely.
The stress that the NZYT community has been under lately seems to be driving some to the bottle. Simon (simonparasite) seems to be following the lead of Tenani (nanisnap), NZYT’s most prolific drunk, in drowning his sorrows with alcohol. The following recording features a Simon under-the-influence in a call to Tenani, reportedly in the early hours of the morning. Perhaps he was calling for support or advice from the town drunk. Check out the recording Here
It is a widely known fact that Lewis (lewisbostock) recently featured in the Auckland stage play The Libertine, in a role which required him to act effeminate and wear a wig. Lewis must have liked his role a little too much, with the latest email saying that he still frequently dresses in women’s clothing. The following photos are from a publicity shoot for The Libertine:
What happened to Rachel (wizardneedsfoodbadly)? In the past few months the once prominent YouTuber has moved to the outside of the social scene. What could her reasons be to leave such a valued position in the hierarchy? My money’s on an unexpected pregnancy… either that or university coursework. Which do you believe? A reason based on probability? Or one that’s just plain juicy? I know which one I’d prefer.
I thought it appropriate to update you on the community given the anniversary just reached. Last week marked two months until the New Zealand YouTube Gathering, which is sure to be the gossip event of the year. That’s not to say that the past month has been drama free… Au contraire the past thirty days have been anything but dry in the world of NZ YouTube, so allow me to update you on the juiciest bits…
A double announcement in Gathering attendees hit last week with news that Irish YouTuber Stephen (3sixty5days) and English YouTuber Charlie (charlieskies) have decided to make the trip to New Zealand. Almost as soon as the dust settled from this announcement rumours began to fly about reasons for this trip. It is common knowledge that Patrick (patrickblog) has fallen deeply in like with Ireland’s Hottest TV Personality. Problem is Patick has a boyfriend, while Stephen and Charlie have made it clear they have feelings for each other. What other reason would Charlie have to come to NZ if not to keep an eye on his Irish boytoy? What remains to be seen is whether the Brit gets his boy back or Patrick feels the luck of the Irish.
More from the Gathering and it turns out Australian comic YouTuber Chris (chrisontv88) will no longer be attending, as was previously announced. Little is known about the reasons for his true change of heart, but I’m betting it has something to do with the rumoured ‘Australian Blacklist’ campaign the NZYT community has against Australian YouTubers ever since the Wellington Fiasco this past summer. I’m sure you can dig something more up, email me.
Self-proclaimed ‘Queen of NZYT’ Jess (jessums31) has allegedly had trouble organising sleeping arrangements for the visiting Tubers, with Denise (neechers), James (tehdancingkiwi), Corey (storycorey), Juno (junoluvsu), Simon (simonparasite) and Cameron (englishcameron) all staying over. Sounds like a slumber party I’d like to be at. Turns out James and Corey don’t like being lovers scorned by Patrick waving his new school-aged boyfriend in front of them. Something tells me there’s going to be a lot of avoidence going on when it comes to these three. As for Juno, things have changed since the last time she was in the city. I also have a feeling she will be avoiding Ben (bennysoup)’s house for the length of her trip. Word on the street is J got left outside alone when Ben flipped and bailed on the romance that was public knowledge. Bad form, BennySoup… you know how karma’s a bitch? We hear a Juno scorned can be too. Watch out.
In keeping with news from the Gathering it seems the wheels are in motion for what will prove to be a memorable day, and an even more memorable night in the NZYT world… Rumour has it that after party plans are already well in the works, with this guest list being exclusively a who’s who of the NZYT scene. Getting your name on this list would be like getting the YT Editor to feature a video you sent in, it just doesn’t happen. Plus, no event could come more packed with potential drama than this one. After everything that has come to light in this post, I’m sensing a late night battle royale for affections come July 11.
Finally we will get to see what happens when the cameras come down and the claws come out.
Hello readers. I haven’t posted in a while, I apologise for this. Gossip has been slow, except for this story I received the other day.
Rumour has it that Stephen (3sixty5days) has slowly forged a place in the NZYT community, first finding his way into the heart of the self-appointed “queen” of NZYT, Jess (Jessums31).
Sources tell me, however, that Stephen has moved on to resident gay vlogger Patrick (Patrickblog). Constant tweeting at each other, and questionable DailyBooth threads have lead members of the community to believe that there is more than just a “friendship” blooming there.
Sources also reveal that Stephen has already booked flights to come to New Zealand in the december holidays, while he is in Australia. Will this lead to a foreign booty call with Patrickblog? Time will tell.
In other scandalous news, it seems things between Jade (marshmallowjade) & Asad (tiktoxic) are only escalating, after constant Twitters back & forth.
Jade and Asad have even given each other pet names (“Dr No” & “Happy Flower”). This can only give us a small glimpse into their love affair. Maybe there’s some sort of role playing going on behind closed doors? Apparently Jade is quite ‘energetic’.
And lastly today, it seems that Jay (overwelmingodds) has plans to take over New Zealand.
Photos posted on Jay’s DailyBooth account show him meeting with former Prime Minister Helen Clark, who he calls “one of [his] biggest idols”, and current Labour Party leader Phil Goff. Does this mean we could soon have a YouTuber running New Zealand? What plans for NZ does Jay have in store? Let’s see what happens.
Rumours have spread like wildfire around the supposed relationship between Jess (jessums31) and Denise (neechers). However, during the past week, the rumours have turned into fact.
Denise is one of the definite attenders of the NZYTgathering, to be held later this year. In fact, Tenani (nanisnap) and Jess created the gathering because Denise was coming. The truth about Denise’s choice to travel to NZ is for a fling with Jess.
Denise and Jess’s attraction towards each other is evident in two main websites: Twitter and (the new YTer hyped site) Dailybooth.
This is a screenshot from the website Tweetstats. This image is from Denise’s twitter, showing an extreme difference in amounts of @replies to Jess than any other of her top 10.
Earlier today, Jess and Denise started a thread on Jess’s Dailybooth. The thread is quite lenient towards… well… SEX. Jess’s boobs and Denise’s boobs both make guest appearances. View the thread here.
Also today, Jess and Denise created a joint Dailybooth account, DeniseAndJess. The idea is like a collab channel on YT; they will each take a photo on alternate days.
Note the sidebar on the collab Dailybooth. Does this not prove the love between these two FEF’s?
And what confusion does this raise in the “love square?” Will Dylan (icerfish) be left all on his lonesome? Does he already suspect this fate?
As shown in this reply to Ben, apparently Dylan will try his hardest to hold onto someone, but it looks as though any chance of things happening with Jess is slipping through his fingers…
Succumbing to peer pressure, I have finally decided to give you short gossip blogs more frequently. But I need your help. If you see or hear anything interesting, don’t be afraid to email me at nzytgossip@gmail.com
Do it.
Now.
Love Square? TDL worthy?
As the rumours around Jade (marshmallowjade) and Asad (tiktoxic) grow, talk about a third and perhaps even fourth wheel are thrown into the mix.
Dylan (icerfish) seems rather comfortable next to Jade – is there a secret romance behind Asad’s back?
And when seeing Dylan getting close with Jade, Jess (jessums31) storms off, but why?
The theory of a relationship was almost proven, when Jess and Dylan return in a happier mood, and proceed to take photos together, a sure sign of something going on:
This love “square” really makes the mind dizzy. Will this heart wrenching foursome ever be happy?
As another week has passed we reflect on the things we did, and the secrets we shared.
Consider what you said to others, and consider what you’ve done behind their backs.
Because GG2.0 is always watching.
Gossip Copy?
We all have our own opinions. And it appears that one NZYTer has taken it upon themselves to deliver what they believe to be “the JUICY GOSSIP… Where all the dark truth comes out.”
However, what NZYTpaparazzi has posted is a more blatant, and distasteful version of my post.
NZYTers have commented their own opinions, all in the similar mindset of “this entry makes me sick!” and “who ever you are you are sick.”
In the world of Gossip one must learn that there is a difference between manipulating viewer opinion and throwing blatant facts on a page.
Let the war begin.
Valentines In NZYTland
As the day of love dawned upon New Zealand, the Auckland YouTube group decided to share the love around, by heading out to My Bloody Valentine in 3D.
Corey, with Tenani at his side, belted out notable High School Musical tunes from Jade’s PS2. As we are well aware, Corey – with many videos to back it up – wants to be exactly like Zac Efron. As the above photo shows, his obsession has reached a new peak.
As the night went on, Tenani and Jade sang the HSM3 duet “Can I Have This Dance.” Jade appears to have some kind of giggly crush on Tenani, looking at him more than she looks at the words to the song, while Tenani is singing his heart out to Jade. Could there be a new romance afoot in NZYTland?
“Subscribe to Lewis Bostock” day
On the 18th of February, Lewis Bostock celebrated his 21st birthday. The NZYTcommunity (plus many other notable Tuber’s) created short videos telling their subscription base to subscribe to Lewis Bostock.
Happy Birthday Lewis!
On the 22nd of February, Lewis gathered the Auckland YT community together for a celebration of his adulthood. Tenani, Jess, Wizardneedsfoodbadly, Jade, Asad, a picture of Lukejtharries and a rarity in NZYT: Thatenglishgirl111, headed out to a Club to party the night away.
Jade appears to be getting her flirt on with Asad – since her arrival into the community late last year she appears to be making her way around the males of NZYT. Who will be her next target?
I am before you again – perhaps as a different member of your society – but masked as always.
I am still your shadow, I am still your best friend, I am still your darkest secret, and I will always be your worst nightmare.
So, friends, let us embark on the first trip down Gossip Lane for what will surely be a busy 2009.
Jess, Simon, Tenani, Rache, and the culprit, Rob
The NZYTcommunity have recently “shunned” Rob (halfscottishguy), for his behaviour during the Wellington 09 Meetup. Many participants of the gathering (more about that on a later date) have had a go at him and a few have even resorted to blocking him on various social networking devices.
Rob has since apologized to those involved, and has unsurprisingly recieved a less-than-joyous response.
I will always be looking out for Gossip, but I may need your help. Send your information to nzytgossip@gmail.com
As the Gathering approached YouTubers from around New Zealand made the trek to Auckland for the second ever meet up. Tubers flew up from around the country, and some even drove to pick others up, with Patrick (Patrickblog) giving Corey (storycorey) a ride, and Lewis (lewisbostock), Tenani (nanisnap) and Dannie (ThatEnglishGirl111) made a 6 hour trip to Kerikeri to pick up Levi (corporalcadet). Dannie travels to Kerikeri to collect her boyfriend.
Gathering morning:
As the initial awkwardness faded away, the group began introductions and meeting new YouTubers. Anna (aaannarose) started her scavenger hunt game to try and break the ice. The clues led players to a YouTuber, who then gave them the next clue in the game. YTers were wondering where Juno (junoluvsu), Kate (kbellebee) and Simon (pommypictures) were, when someone saw them peeking out from around the corner. Tenani went running over to see a hyperventilating Juno and encouraged them all to come meet the group. Rache (wizardneedsfoodbadly) arrived late and Juno went running up to say the password and claim her prize. YouTubers share a picture.
Juno attempts to each M&Ms with fangs on.
After an hour or so of chatting and mingling, the group started to wonder where Damien (DamienEstreich), the community manager of YouTube AU/NZ was, as well as Juan (JuanMann) aka Free Hugs Guy. They were supposed to arrive at 10AM when the Gathering started like everyone else, but instead didn’t show up. The Tubers gave them two hours, and at 12pm left Britomart for the covered foodcourt of SkyCity Metro. Rumours were flying about the reasons for the no show by Damien and Juan, with the common thought to be that they were deported from New Zealand because they wrote ‘YouTube’ as their occupation on their immigration cards and passport control thought they were taking the piss.
The ever expanding club of English-New Zealand YouTubers.
James (TehDancingKiwi) schools the others on how to boogie.
On the way to SkyCity, the Tubers encountered an anti-Scientology group on a street corner, with signs which read such things as “WE’RE FROM THE INTERNET” and “SCIENTOLOGY IS A CULT” Apparently Corey managed to get the number of one of the girls in the group, and so will be staying with her in Auckland for a few more days. A few of the YouTubers also told the protesters that they were actually from the internet and so took the pictures below…
Self explanitory.
Levi, Tenani and James form a cult.
After a few adventures along Queen St and a random tour by Tenani of the history of the place, the YouTubers found themselves in the SkyCity Metro complex. The group split in two and half of them went to get food while the other half played in the rocket shaped elevator. After packing out the elevator to dangerous levels, and numerous attempts by Tenani to actually make the elevator work, the group were off, shooting towards the ceiling while watching the other group with their food.
The fangs really came out at the Gathering.
James poses for the cameras.
Once the YouTubers regrouped they ordered food where many were suprised to see Levi actually eating. The kid is a stick, it was such a shock! Soon it was time for a few of the YTers to go and check into their hotels. While they were away, the group moved downstairs to Borders where they hid from eachother and had book readings. Security asked them to leave. Boo.
Kate found a book for the occasion.
The chain-spoon went down a treat.
After leaving Borders and meeting up with the kids who went to check into their hotel, the group posed for some pictures outside the store, and then moved on to Aotea Square, where they again posted for photos, filmed some collaborative ideas, and mingled some more. Then the group played YouTube’s Got Talent and tried to do things ranging from rapping to dancing, but failed miserably and proved once and for all that YouTube does not in fact Have Talent. It was at this point that Simon and Juno misteriously dissappeared into Starbucks for a few minutes, only to return with Simon slightly distracted. He then proceeded to jump directly into a concrete bench, as witnessed by all. What did they possibly do in their absence from the group? Surely they weren’t buying coffee?
The boys pose on the steps.
Happily married.
It was suggested that the group commit some acts of flash mobbiness and decided to infilrate a small convenience store near the square. The small store, about 2m x 3m was slowly but surely packed with about 20 people, all while the woman behind the counter looked bewildered and asked some people to open the other door so people could get out. She had no idea what was going on.
Mini Nerdfighters convention.
Vlogbytes cast together at last.
The next great plan was another act of randomness. This time the plan was to freeze in the middle of crossing the road in a big group. The group split up and went on different sides of the roads, and then froze in the middle of a crossing. The first attempt wasn’t very good, but on the second go, cars started honking their horns and other pedestrians looked very confused. Check out this video by Jessums31 for the crossing freeze footage:
The TDL saga, live in the flesh. Here Levi tries to rape Tenani.
The original FiveAwesomeKiwis.
Once again at Britomart the group decided to go to check out front for the elusive Damien and Juan. They found Damien in the foreign exchange desk and surrounded him. He didn’t look very suprised to see them and led them outside to where Juan was waiting, explaining that they had been running on Australia time and that’s why they were late. The afternoon was filled with Free Hugs Related fun and even some chain spooning. Passersby were mostly positive and accepted offers for free hugs and didn’t look too shocked to see a line of mostly boys spooning on the side of the road.
As the afternoon wore on the group decided that it was again time for food and went inside the nearby Westfield mall to grab a bite to eat. Here they pulled together a bunch of tables and sat around it, playing chinese whispers, which all ended up dirty (shows what’s on the minds of YouTubers).
Stragglers.
End of day photo.
After the food and chinese whispers it was time for the group to split up and head home, the Gathering was over. But that was not where the gossip ends, NZYTGossip got the scoop on the afterparty of Tenani, Dannie, Levi, Anna, Lewis, James, Jess and Corey, with Juno, Simon, Kate, Rache and Juan and Damien there as well.
LATER THAT NIGHT…
YouTubers Levi and James could not go one day without checking their online accounts.
During the first part of the night, it was a time to get honest, and it was Juno’s time to shine. Not one, not two but THREE YouTubers professed their love for Juno. James, Tenani and Corey all proclaimed their attraction to her, making things more difficult to figure out for her, as she had been considering divorcing Tenani for a while now. With the choice of two potential lovers, her decision had gotten a lot more difficult.
Levi and Damien talk YouTube after the Gathering.
While Juno, Simon and Kate had to leave early, the rest of the gang proceeded to get heavily intoxicated and attempt to crack my identity. In their drunk state they interrogated eachother to see what information about me everyone knew and then tried to work out from that who I was. After many many discussions and a day spent with lots of NZ YouTubers they still hadn’t figured it out. *ahem* fail.
Juan shares stories with Anna and Jess about Oprah.
While dancing around the room to Womanizer, James threw his leg straight up in front of Tenani, who got a full on view of what James was packing, much to his disgust. This caused Tenani to lose his dinner and promtly throw up out the window and onto a group of Levi worshippers camped outside.
Dannie and Damien get close.
Meanwhile Dannie attempted to get close to Levi, only for him to shun her for the attention of Damien, who obviously has the power to make or break his YouTube career. To deal with this Dannie turned to drinking, and ended up running off with Tenani in the hallway for an hour, no one quite knows what happened while they were away, but rumour has it Levi wouldn’t like it if he found out.
Lewis and Rache snuggle up.
Wine and shots got the best of Anna, who ended up thinking it would be a good idea to lick the YouTubers present, and proceeded to lick her way around the room. Dry humping also became a favourite way to pass the time for her, and she even dry humped Tenani, Lewis and Jess in the elevator of the hotel, quite brutally, I hear.
2.33am and Levi and Patrick fall asleep together. Lovers or friends?
Levi seems to be working his way around YouTube quickly huh? Is he now onto Patrick? The two were spotted sleeping together in the early hours of the morning.
Check out the video below of Tenani recieving a very awkward massage from Patrick, who also seemed to be working his way around the group (maybe he and Levi are perfect for eachother afterall):
With the Gathering barely behind us, Tubers are already talking about the next one.
That’s all from this epic Gathering update, hope you all had a blast.
What did you think of the gathering? Did you go?
What was the most suprising thing you found about another YouTuber?
In real life, who was the most like and who as the least like their YouTube persona?
