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Piper Rockelle Defends Mother Tiffany Smith After Netflix Docuseries Reignites Abuse Allegations

The 17-year-old influencer claims ex-collaborators exaggerated their accusations and reiterates her mother’s denial of wrongdoing in her first interview since the documentary’s release.

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Overview

  • Piper Rockelle addressed allegations of abuse against her mother, Tiffany Smith, for the first time since Netflix’s 'Bad Influence' docuseries premiered in March 2025.
  • Rockelle claims former 'Squad' members, who sued Smith in 2022, are 'stretching the truth' and states she witnessed events firsthand.
  • The 2022 lawsuit, which alleged emotional, physical, and sexual abuse by Smith, was settled in October 2024 for $1.85 million without an admission of liability.
  • Rockelle and Smith have denied claims that Smith sold Rockelle’s underwear, explaining the transactions were part of a Poshmark brand deal.
  • Smith has criticized Netflix for perpetuating what she calls a 'knowingly false narrative,' while Rockelle remains active on social media and anticipates her 18th birthday.