Maghla becomes the first French streamer to reach one million subscribers on Twitch. Discover her inspiring journey, her challenges and her promising future in the streaming !
The world of streaming in France has just reached a new milestone with a historic event: Maghla became the first French streamer to reach one million subscribers on Twitch. A remarkable feat in a universe largely dominated by men, which confirms her status as an essential icon of streaming in France. After years of hard work, countless hours of broadcasting and a privileged relationship with her Maghla officially enters Twitch history.
Maghla's meteoric rise on Twitch
Since its debut on Twitch in 2017, Maghlareal name Barbara Phelippeaux, has been able to impose its unique style, alternating between gaming, talk shows and interactive formats. If its first broadcasts were focused on horror games, it quickly diversified its content to offer innovative formats such as Sip&Gossip or Fleep&Go Sleepwho have conquered audience ever wider.
In 2023, Maghla already had more than 950,000 subscribers on Twitch, positioning her among the few most followed French female streamers. But it was not until January 2025 that she reached the symbolic milestone of million subscribersconfirming its undisputed leader of streaming in France.
To mark this milestone, the streamer shared a photo carousel on Instagram, looking back on the highlights of her career. "But I didn't have enough space to put everything, it's weird to see everything again but in a good way, THANK YOU," she wrote, adding humorously: “What hair era were you there from?”.
A pioneer in a male-dominated field
The streaming world has long been a difficult terrain for female content creators. The gaming world is still largely male-dominated, and women often face great adversity. Maghla has not escaped this reality: online harassment, cybersexism and excessive workload have marked her journey. In 2019, she went through a difficult period of burnout, a topic she has addressed transparently with her community.
But far from giving in, Maghla has bounced back and transform these trials into strength. Today, she continues to prove that Women have their place in the streaming world. His million subscribers is much more than just a number: it represents a major step forward for recognition of female content creators on Twitch.
Maghla, a passion born in childhood
Maghla grew up in an environment conducive to her future career as a streamer. Born November 8, 1993 in Les Lilas (Seine-Saint-Denis), she was immersed in the world of video games from a very early age thanks to her parents, both of whom were passionate about it. Doom and World of Warcraft were among the first games she discovered.titles that would influence his passion for gaming.
In terms of studies, Maghla followed an atypical path: after a literary baccalaureate as an independent candidateshe obtains a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Management at the University of Cergy-Pontoise, before joining School of Applied Digital Technologies. This is where she began to create content alongside her studies, particularly on web TV. War Legend.
His academic career led him to obtain a Master in Commercial Engineering, but she finally decides to give up everything to devote yourself 100 % to streaming, a decision that will change his life forever.
A committed content creator
While Maghla is famous for her entertaining streams and humor, she is also an important voice against cyberbullying and violence against womenIn 2021, she took a public stand by denouncing inappropriate behavior in his gym, receiving a wave of support… but also hate online.
Victim of harassment and deepfake, she does not hesitate to use her reputation to raise awareness of these issues in his community. His fight for a healthier internet makes her a committed figure of French streaming, beyond her role as content creator.
A bright future for Maghla
With a million subscribers, Maghla does not intend to stop there. Always eager for new challenges, she recently participated in major events such as the GP Explorer, where she shone as a racing driver. She is also a a key figure in the Z Event, Twitch's major charity event in France, in which she has participated since 2018.
Maghla's future looks bright. Her influence continues to grow, and it wouldn't be surprising to see her explore new formats, collaborate with prestigious brands or even exceed one million subscribers on other platforms like YouTube and Instagram.
What you need to remember
- Maghla is the first French streamer to reach one million subscribers on Twitch.
- She established herself in a still very masculine environment, by diversifying her content and creating a loyal community.
- Her journey has been marked by challenges, from cybersexism to burnout, but she has been able to bounce back with strength.
- Passionate since childhood, she abandoned a traditional career to devote herself to streaming.
- Committed to fighting cyberbullying, she uses her voice to raise awareness of these major issues.
- Her future is bright, and she may well continue to break records on Twitch and elsewhere.
Maghla embodies today a new generation of streamers, proving that talent and perseverance can break down all barriers. His million subscribers is a personal victory, but also a significant step forward for all women in gaming and streaming.
And you, do you follow Maghla on Twitch?