Writing in this place a week ago, I argued that online fandom was set to bring the universe to an apocalyptic end (or something less hyperbolic). Niall Horan, Westmeath’s contribution to One Direction, appeared via video-link for a special edition of The Den’s Talent on The Telly. It’s safe to assume that Horan, who would have grown up on Dustin, was laughing along with the rest of the country. OutrageHoran’s overseas fans really, really didn’t get it. Eventually, Niall Updates, an LA-based fan account with half a million followers, announced a formal break in diplomatic relations.

Source: The Irish Times July 04, 2020 04:00 UTC