When Troye Sivan dropped the music video for "One of Your Girls" back in late 2023, the internet basically had a collective meltdown. It wasn’t just the drag—though Troye looked stunning—it was the chemistry with Ross Lynch. But for months, a persistent rumor floated around that Ross wasn't the first choice. People kept whispering one name: Vinnie Hacker.
If you’ve spent any time on TikTok, you know Vinnie. He’s the guy with the tattoos and the dry humor who somehow became the blueprint for the "e-boy" aesthetic.
The crossover between Troye Sivan and Vinnie Hacker isn't just fan fiction, though. It actually happened, just not in the way most people expected. While the music video rumors were flying, the two stars were quietly (and sometimes very loudly) building a rapport that eventually culminated in one of the most viral moments of the 2024 "Sweat Tour."
The Music Video Mystery: Was Vinnie Almost the Star?
Let’s address the elephant in the room. On an episode of The Zach Sang Show, the hosts mentioned they had heard Vinnie Hacker was actually the original pick to be the "object of affection" in the "One of Your Girls" video.
Ross Lynch himself chimed in, saying he’d heard Jacob Elordi’s name thrown around too.
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Honestly, it makes sense. Troye has always been open about his "thirst" for certain internet personalities. He once did a TikTok stitch with one of Vinnie's videos—specifically one where Vinnie was talking about needing "insane top"—where Troye joked about rushing to get ready.
Vinnie even commented back, "I got u king."
It was a classic internet moment. But despite the rumors, Vinnie didn't show up in the video. Schedule conflict? Creative pivot? We don't really know. What we do know is that Troye didn't forget about him.
The Night the Internet Broke at the Kia Forum
Fast forward to October 2024. The "Sweat Tour," co-headlined by Troye and Charli XCX, was already the "it" event of the season. Every night, fans were guessing who the surprise guest would be. In Los Angeles, expectations were sky-high. The night before, Kesha and Tate McRae had appeared.
When the lights dimmed for "One of Your Girls" at the Kia Forum, the crowd expected the usual sultry choreography. Instead, they got Vinnie Hacker.
Vinnie walked out in a simple white tank top, looking every bit the TikTok heartthrob, and sat in a chair center stage. What followed was a full-blown, choreographed lap dance from Troye.
It was chaotic. It was loud. 17,000 people were screaming.
Troye, wearing a body-hugging corset, leaned into the performance, eventually kneeling in front of Vinnie while the crowd lost it. It felt like a full-circle moment for everyone who had been tracking their social media interactions for the previous year.
The Backlash and Vinnie’s Response
Strangely enough, not everyone was thrilled. Because the previous night had featured massive pop stars like Kesha, some "stans" on Twitter (now X) were complaining that Vinnie wasn't a "big enough" guest.
It was a bit harsh. Vinnie, to his credit, handled it with a lot of grace. He posted on X shortly after:
"Sorry u guys didn't get a better guest but I tried my hardest 💯 regardless it was fun and the crowd was amazing :)"
It’s rare to see an influencer be that self-aware. Most would have leaned into the "clout," but Vinnie’s reaction actually endeared him to a lot of Troye’s core fan base who realized he was just there to have a good time and support a friend’s creative vision.
Why This Connection Matters in 2026
We’re now well into 2026, and looking back, the Troye Sivan and Vinnie Hacker crossover was a turning point for how we view celebrity "collabs."
It wasn't a brand deal. It wasn't a forced PR stunt. It was the merging of two very different types of fame: the traditional pop star who clawed his way up through YouTube and acting, and the new-age digital creator who built a kingdom on 15-second clips.
Vinnie has since branched out even further. He’s doing voice acting now—most notably as Kei "Slur" Uzuki in the Sakamoto Days English dub—and he’s a staple at fashion weeks for brands like Dior and Saint Laurent.
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Troye, meanwhile, continues to be the blueprint for the modern queer pop icon. By bringing Vinnie onto his stage, he validated the influencer-to-superstar pipeline in a way that felt authentic to his own "chronically online" roots.
A Quick Timeline of Their Best Moments
- Early 2023: Troye starts "thirsting" over Vinnie on TikTok, leading to the "insane top" stitch.
- Late 2023: "One of Your Girls" releases with Ross Lynch; rumors swirl that Vinnie was the original choice.
- January 2024: Zach Sang and Ross Lynch discuss the Vinnie rumors, confirming he was at least in the conversation.
- October 2024: The "Sweat Tour" lap dance happens in LA, becoming one of the most shared clips of the entire tour.
- 2025-2026: Both continue to support each other’s projects, with Vinnie solidifying his place in high fashion and voice acting.
What Fans Often Get Wrong
There’s a lot of speculation about whether there was ever anything romantic between them. Honestly? People love to ship, but there’s no evidence it was ever anything more than a playful, professional friendship.
Troye is an expert at "queerbaiting" the internet—but in a way that is self-aware and celebratory rather than deceptive. He knows exactly what his audience wants to see. Vinnie, who has lived through his fair share of shipping rumors (remember the Noah Beck era?), seems perfectly comfortable playing the "muse" without it being a big deal.
Staying Updated on the Duo
If you want to keep track of where these two are headed next, you shouldn't just look at the charts. Follow their peripheral projects.
Vinnie is increasingly active on Twitch, where he pulls in over a million followers for his Valorant and Apex Legends streams. It’s a totally different world from Troye’s high-concept art pop, but that’s exactly why their occasional collisions are so interesting.
Next steps for fans:
- Check out the "One of Your Girls" behind-the-scenes footage to see if there are any nods to the original casting ideas.
- Follow Vinnie's IMG Models portfolio if you're into the high-fashion side of his career—he's been a regular for YSL lately.
- Revisit the Sweat Tour fan cams on YouTube; the LA show has multiple angles of the performance that never made it to official socials.
Both Troye and Vinnie have proven that you don't need to stay in one lane. Whether it's a concert stage or a gaming chair, they’re both rewriting the rules of what it means to be a "celebrity" in the mid-2020s.