Influencer Miranda Derrick claims the Netflix docuseries led to threats and danger following its portrayal of her involvement with 7M Films and Shekinah Church.
Miranda Derrick, a popular TikTok influencer, has spoken out after receiving death threats following the release of Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult on Netflix. The docuseries, which debuted on May 29, focuses on Derrick’s involvement with the talent management company 7M Films and Shekinah Church, both run by Robert Shinn. These organizations have been criticized by some former members, who allege they operate like a “cult.” The series explores Derrick’s growing estrangement from her family after she joined these groups, shedding light on the impact on her personal life and relationships.
In a recent Instagram video, Derrick revealed that both she and her husband, James Derrick, have felt that their lives are at risk due to the docuseries. She claims that since its release, they have been bombarded with threatening messages. The documentary features interviews with Derrick’s parents, Kelly and Dean Wilking, and her sister, Melanie Wilking, who is also an influencer. According to the family, Derrick’s relationship with them began to deteriorate after she became involved with 7M Films.
Derrick’s family members spoke about their concern for her in the documentary, but she has since expressed confusion over their decision to participate. In her Instagram post, Derrick stated that she did not understand how airing her family’s grievances would help their relationship. She questioned their motives for participating in the series, suggesting it was not a productive way to resolve their issues. Derrick also emphasized that neither she nor her husband participated in the documentary, nor did Robert Shinn, the leader of the organization, give any interviews for the series.
The docuseries has attracted significant attention, not only due to the personal drama but also because it raises questions about the influence of talent management companies and religious groups on social media influencers. In the documentary, several former members of 7M Films and Shekinah Church share their experiences, describing the organizations as manipulative and controlling. These revelations have sparked widespread debates online about the nature of such groups and the power they have over individuals, particularly young social media stars.
Despite the backlash and the threats against her, Derrick has maintained her stance that her involvement with 7M Films was a personal decision and that she does not agree with the way her family has chosen to address the situation. She has made it clear that she feels betrayed by their decision to participate in the docuseries, which she believes has only worsened the tension between them. Derrick’s supporters on social media have rallied behind her, condemning the threats and offering their support.
The impact of the docuseries on Derrick’s life has been profound, and it continues to generate controversy. The series has not only affected her relationship with her family but has also put her at the center of a much larger conversation about the role of influencers in modern culture and the potentially dangerous dynamics of organizations that manage them. Derrick’s statements on social media underscore the emotional and psychological toll that the public airing of personal family issues can take.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Derrick’s relationship with her family will evolve and whether the threats against her will subside. For now, Derrick’s primary concern is her safety and the well-being of her loved ones, as she grapples with the fallout from a docuseries that has put her personal life in the spotlight.