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Roberto Suarez | |
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| Other names | RSTARKID73 Berto Suarez |
| Occupations | Social media influencer, online content creator and student journalist |
| Known for | Online comedy content and work with PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs |
Roberto Suarez, known professionally as RSTARKID73, is an American social media influencer, online content creator and student journalist. He creates comedy sketches and other short-form videos for social media. Suarez has also reported and presented stories through PBS NewsHour's Student Reporting Labs.
In July 2026, The New York Times reported that Suarez had grown his Instagram audience to more than 500,000 followers before Meta deleted his account in 2026.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Suarez grew up in Maryland. While in high school, he participated in the school's broadcast-journalism program and regularly produced segments for its morning announcements.[2]
A 2022 Student Reporting Labs profile described Suarez as an aspiring internet content creator who used humor, punchlines and topics relevant to his audience. The profile also noted his interest in filmmaking and connecting with viewers.[2]
Online career
[edit]Suarez has been publishing online content under the name RSTARKID73 since 2016. His content has included comedy sketches, point-of-view videos, reaction videos, gaming content and commentary about everyday situations and internet culture.
In 2022, PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs described Suarez as a creator who aimed to entertain audiences through humor and online video.[2] He has used platforms including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch.
By 2026, Suarez had built an Instagram following of more than 500,000. His account was later deleted by Meta. Suarez told The New York Times that he was shocked by the deletion, which occurred as he was attempting to pursue a professional career in social media.[1]
The account deletion was discussed in a July 2026 New York Times investigation into Facebook and Instagram users who said that Meta's automated moderation systems had incorrectly removed their accounts. The article examined difficulties users experienced when attempting to appeal enforcement decisions through Meta's automated support systems.[1]
Journalism
[edit]PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs
[edit]In 2022, Suarez was selected as one of 27 students from across the United States to attend the PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs Summer Academy.[2] The academy was held at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University in Phoenix. Participants received training in video journalism, production, interviewing and communication from public-media journalists and producers.[2]
During the academy, Suarez worked with student journalists Marlo Brown, Savanna Atstupenas and Natalie Lett to produce a report about Rescapetatiando Dance Company in Phoenix.[3]
The report, titled “Latin American studio helps young dancers achieve their dreams,” focused on dance-company founder Frank Ornelas and his work helping young Latino dancers overcome financial barriers to professional dance training.[4]
Election coverage
[edit]Suarez and fellow student journalist Tiffany Rodriguez co-hosted We the Young People: Moments of Truth, a PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs special about the 2022 United States midterm elections.[5]
The program presented reports from young people about political issues, voting, misinformation and civic participation. Suarez and Rodriguez introduced stories and explained issues affecting younger voters.[6]
As a Student Reporting Labs correspondent, Suarez also interviewed journalist Rachel Janfaza about the first members of Generation Z to run for the United States Congress and the importance of youth participation in elections.[7]
Recognition
[edit]In December 2022, PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs included Suarez in its “20 Under 20” list of young storytellers. The organization cited his work as a co-host of its midterm-election special and as a fellow at its Summer Academy.[8]
Acting and filmmaking
[edit]Suarez has pursued acting, voice acting and filmmaking in addition to his social-media work. He has identified himself professionally as an actor and content creator and has used online casting platforms to seek live-action and voice-over roles.[9]
His experience in video production began with school-broadcast segments and expanded through his work with PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs and his independently produced online videos.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Thompson, Stuart A.; Tan, Eli (21 July 2026). "What Happened When Meta Used A.I. to Ban Accounts on Facebook and Instagram". The New York Times. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ a b c d e f "Meet the 2022 class of summer academy fellows". PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs. NewsHour Productions. 2022. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ "Student fellows produce stories on Phoenix-area artists, business owners and community activists". PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs. NewsHour Productions. 2022. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ Lett, Natalie; Brown, Marlo; Suarez, Roberto; Atstupenas, Savanna (17 August 2022). "Latin American studio helps young dancers achieve their dreams". PBS NewsHour. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ "PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs to premiere "We the Young People: Moments of Truth" midterms election special on November 1" (Press release). PBS NewsHour. 1 November 2022. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ Mercado, Ryan; Karzai, Abrahim (2022). "Young people impact another historic election cycle". PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs. NewsHour Productions. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ "Reporter Rachel Janfaza discusses the first two Gen Z candidates running for Congress". PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs. NewsHour Productions. 2022. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ "Meet 2022's 20 under 20 young storytellers". PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs. NewsHour Productions. 2022. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ^ "Roberto Suarez". Backstage. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
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