- Gabby Hanna was offline for almost a year after the 2022 TikTok drama storm.
- The veteran creator recently re-emerged as a fitness instructor at her local YMCA.
- Creators and commenters largely praised the pivot.
Controversial former YouTube star Gabby Hanna, who disappeared from the internet last February after posting on TikTok and Instagram, has reemerged as a fitness instructor.
Last month, the Lawrence County YMCA in Hanna's hometown of New Castle, Pennsylvania, announced her as its “Newest Instructor.” Creators and fans are currently distributing a new promotional video for the barre class she taught last week.
The cleverly edited clip, first shared on the local YMCA's Instagram page, shows Hannah dancing as she introduces herself as “the new instructor at the Lawrence County YMCA.” Hannah also tells her viewers that the way she achieves her fitness goals is through consistency and fun.
In Hannah's introductory post, the gym said the former influencer brings “an explosion of energy and passion to the studio” and offers “dynamic classes” such as Zumba, “Ballet Body” and “Stretching and Breathing.” Stated.
The CEO of the Lawrence County YMCA told Business Insider that they were “delighted” to welcome the influencer to their network.
“We are working with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive,” McKee said in a statement. “We are thrilled to have Gabby as a member of our team. Gabby has a passion for wellness and helping others realize their best selves.”
News about Hannah's latest career venture went viral on TikTok this week, with creators reacting to the clips.Several people were awarded choices and encouraged sympathy What they said was healthy pivot For polarizing stars.
“GABS looks so healthy!” one commenter wrote on the YMCA's Instagram post. “I hope your class is full!!”
Hannah initially found fame on Vine, but went on to become a popular storytime creator on YouTube and a member of the once-prominent “Vlog Squad.” She published her poetry collection called Adultolense in 2017 and released her debut album Trauma Queen in 2022.
However, over the years, Hannah's career was rocked by controversies and feuds with fellow creators such as Trisha Paytas and Jesse 'Smiles' Vasquez. In August 2022, she posted about 100 TikToks over several hours during a manic episode, which resulted in police coming to her home for a welfare check, TMZ reported at the time.
She has since made the videos private and refrained from posting them on social media.
Hanna did not immediately respond to Business Insider's request for comment.