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Fandom: a place for social media stars/ content creators fans to interact

Hey guys, I just want to hear your thoughts on this new idea.
So, as you guys may know social media is a MASSIVE industry and has become even bigger during this pandemic. However, I noticed that often times these content creators/influencers on youtube, twitch, Instagram, Twitter, etc... have followers who are truly invested in their lives. As bad as it sounds, they develop an almost cult-like following. From my own experience, my father and I both watch a car youtuber named stradman, and when he posts something new ill tell my dad "hey did you see the new stradman video" or "hey did you see the sneak peek of Stradman's wrap". I know that there are youtube comments and Reddit forums for these fans to interact with, but what if there was a platform where these fandoms and their members could all talk with one another.
On the site/app you would follow your favorite creators or browse what people are saying about the creator's you follow. You can also see the creator's latest post on any social media. Then you have your discussions where the creator's fans can all talk about their opinions on XYZ's latest post or talk about what they think XYZ's next video is going to be.
Just an I idea there could be a lot more room for refinement, but lmk what you guys think about it.
btw: if you don't believe me on the cult like following search up any k-pop artist or even just bts on twitter and you'll see hundred of posts every second about them.

on January 30, 2021
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    I don’t understand. What would be different compared to a Facebook group/page?

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      Great question, so fandom would be a central platform for these people to find out news and talk with others who enjoy the same creator. Let’s say one person is active on XYZ’s Facebook page, they are not hearing what someone has to say on XYZ’s Reddit page or discord server or Instagram comments. These content creators have expanded far beyond their original platforms and it’s hard to keep in touch with all of them and the fans on each.