PewDiePie has found himself at the centre of an unexpected online debate after an old family vlog resurfaced, showing his three-year-old son Björn wearing dresses. What began as a playful moment during a family outing quickly became a talking point across social media, with viewers split over the clip. While some defended Felix and Marzia’s approach to parenting, others criticised the decision and drew comparisons to unrelated online controversies.
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PewDiePie son dress controversy sparks mixed reactions
The footage comes from PewDiePie’s July 30 vlog, “Earthquake by Mount Fuji,” which follows Felix, his wife Marzia and their young son during family life in Japan.
At one point, Björn appears wearing one of his mother’s dresses while walking around the home. The moment is presented casually, with Felix reacting positively as his son moves through the room.
Later, the family visits a supermarket, where Björn tries on a yellow dress made for children his age. There is no indication in the footage that the moment was intended as a major statement. Instead, it appears within the ordinary, playful rhythm of a family vlog.
